Ghanaian singer Akosua Agyapong has advised parents to invest more into funding the preferred career path of their children rather than forcing them into careers that they have no interest in.

According to her, some parents have destroyed their relationship with their children because they regret following their own parents' advice on what career to pursue.

“Many people don’t associate with their mothers because of the things the mothers made them do which affected their future. Just pray that, you can push your children to do what they can do best” she told Adom TV on July 27, 2025.

She continued, “Whether football, music or acting, help the child achieve that. Don’t compare him/her to someone and tell the child to be like someone.”

Celebrated Ghanaian dancer, Amofa Michael, widely known as Incredible Zigi, has also shared how his journey into professional dance was initially met with resistance from his family.

Speaking on TV3’s Showbiz 360, Zigi revealed that his relatives were unsupportive at the beginning, largely because they doubted the potential of dance as a viable career path.

“...they were not supportive of it but when they got to see that dance is paying and seeing their son on television and seeing me carry a whole group of people and inspiring them, they supported it,” he said.

The turning point, he noted, came when his achievements began to reflect both financially and socially—earning him recognition on major platforms and allowing him to influence others through his craft.

Zigi added that his family now openly expresses pride in his accomplishments, often bragging about him during video calls.

“Now they are proud of me, they call me on video call and say this is my child. I am also proud now being a dancer and there is nothing more fun about making a career out of something you love doing,” he added.

Known for creating viral dance moves such as Pilolo and Kupe, Incredible Zigi has grown into a household name in Ghana’s dance scene. He is also the founder of the Afrozig Movement, a choreography group that continues to influence dance culture both locally and internationally.

Ghanaian rapper and songwriter Kojo Trip, who hails from Takoradi in the Western Region, has revealed how coming from a deeply musical background has played a role in his music career.

According to the rising artist, both of his parents are passionate music lovers. In a yet-to-be aired interview with The Independent Ghana's Sebastian Akaho-Tay, the artiste shared that he grew up in a home filled with the sounds of classics from artists like Alpha Blondy and C.K. Mann, among others.

This environment, he believes, shaped his passion for music.

"I come from a musical background, my parents love music. My uncle also loves music. I remember those days when they used to play songs by C.K. Mann, Alpha Blondy, and the rest," Kojo Trip stated.

He went on to explain that his passion for music wasn’t just influenced by his family but also driven by a personal creative urge to pursue a career in the art form.

He described his desire as a push to create something beautiful on his own.

In addition, Kojo Trip credits the musical greats from Takoradi for playing a significant role in shaping his craftsmanship.

Kojo Trip is a Ghanaian rapper/song writer who hails from Takoradi in the Western Region. His debut project Lifes' A Trip (LAT), released in March 2019 garnered attention making him one of the promising young acts to look out for.

He went on to release his second project The LUMBERJACK LP in December of the same year and two joint EP's, Far From Wavy and FANTE FANTE with cohorts Chief Kellz & A-Clipse & Skerie B4DMON & Cousin Mauve, respectively in 2020.

He has worked with some of the finest and seasoned artists from Ghana including Rapper & Producer Jayso of Skillions fame and Pappy Kojo.

He has also been on a number of international platforms including TeamBackPack's World Emcee Cyphers amongst others.

Renowned Ghanaian stage actor and voiceover artiste Andrew Tandoh-Adote recently shared how his struggles with mathematics influenced his career choice in an interview with Abrantepa on GhanaWeb TV’s ‘Talkertainment’. Tandoh-Adote revealed that his father, an engineer with a strong affinity for mathematics, had envisioned him pursuing a career in pharmacy.

"My father was passionate about the sciences and firmly believed in the importance of mathematics and science-related careers," Tandoh-Adote recounted.

However, Tandoh-Adote found mathematics particularly challenging, developing a negative attitude towards the subject due to the educational approach and societal perceptions during his school years. He explained that the fear and complexity associated with mathematics discouraged many students from mastering it.

He noted that a more supportive and encouraging educational environment might have changed his perception of the subject.

"For my generation, there was significant negativity surrounding mathematics. It was portrayed as a daunting, complex subject, leading many of us to believe we couldn’t grasp it unless we had a natural inclination for numbers," he explained."If math had been taught in a more friendly and encouraging manner, I believe our attitudes towards it would have been more positive."

Ultimately, Tandoh-Adote decided to pursue his passion for the performing arts, feeling he could have a greater impact as a performer despite his father's hopes.

Joel Ofori Bonsu, widely known as Olivetheboy, won the "Afrobeats Song Of The Year" award at the 25th TGMA, held on Saturday, June 1, 2024.

Despite his recent recognition, Olivetheboy, in an interview with Nana Romeo of Accra FM, discussed the challenging journey he faced to achieve his current success.

Rising from a budding artist to a mainstream sensation in 2023, Olivetheboy quickly gained a devoted following among music lovers.

However, he reminisced about the obstacles he encountered during his early days in the industry.

Sharing his past struggles, Olivetheboy revealed the difficulties he faced when he decided to fully commit to a music career.

He recounted a particularly tough time when his biological mother considered involving the police due to his frequent absences from Opoku Ware Senior High School, where he was a student, in favor of spending time recording music in the studio.

"My mother couldn't comprehend why I, a promising science student, would choose to divert my attention to music," Olive Theboy shared, reflecting on the initial resistance he faced from his family.

Despite the initial opposition, Olivetheboy persevered, driven by his passion for music. "Releasing my first EP in 2021 while still in school caused quite a stir.

"My family was taken aback, and there were even threats of legal action," he recounted. "But over time, through discussions and persuasion, they came to accept and support my musical aspirations. Today, my mother is proud of my achievements," he added.

Currently studying Metallurgical Engineering at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST), Olivetheboy has temporarily paused his studies to focus on his rapidly growing music career.

Juggling academics with his musical ambitions, Olivetheboy remains dedicated to both his education and his art.