Kwabena Yeboah recounts his six-year migration journey to Libya

Ghanaian broadcaster Kwabena Yeboah, popularly known as Odiifour, has shared a detailed account of his life journey, revealing a perilous six-year stint in Libya before his rise to fame in the media industry. Speaking on The Delay Show, Yeboah described how he left Ghana in search of better financial prospects following a dismissal from a national security service. His story highlights the hardships faced by many Ghanaians who embark on dangerous land routes to North Africa in pursuit of economic stability.

During the interview, Yeboah recounted the grueling nature of his journey, which involved travelling by road and on foot across the desert. Upon arriving in Libya, he initially supported himself by working as a mason. Despite the difficult start, he eventually secured more lucrative opportunities that improved his financial situation over the course of his six-year stay. However, his return to Ghana marked the beginning of another challenging phase as he struggled to re-establish himself and find steady employment in the broadcasting field.

The broadcaster also shared a lighter, yet poignant, moment from his period of job searching back home. He recalled meeting fellow broadcaster Auntie Naa for the first time near the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi. Yeboah admitted that he was so captivated by her during their initial encounter that he seriously considered proposing to her on the spot. At the time, he was financially unstable and looking for work, making the memory a stark contrast to his current professional standing.

Kwabena Yeboah’s narrative serves as a testament to the resilience of individuals in the Ghanaian media sector who have overcome significant personal and financial adversity. By sharing his history of irregular migration and his humble beginnings after returning to Ghana, Odiifour provides a rare look at the life of a public figure before the spotlight. His reflections on his early admiration for colleagues like Auntie Naa also highlight the close-knit and often unexpected personal connections formed within the industry.