Ghanaian music star Stonebwoy has raised concerns over a scheduling conflict surrounding his annual BHIM Concert, slated for December 24 at the Accra Sports Stadium, after discovering that another major show had been fixed for the same date and venue despite his team securing the slot earlier.
Speaking in an interview, Stonebwoy explained that his team had carefully planned the concert calendar and had no intention of clashing with any other event.
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According to him, contracts were signed, and the December 24 date was confirmed after consultations with the stadium’s booking calendar, which initially showed other dates, including December 29, as unavailable.
The plan was to officially announce the concert on September 27, immediately after the Rapperholic show, allowing a full four months for promotion.
That strategy, he noted, was disrupted when a second major concert was later scheduled for the same day.
Stonebwoy suggested that the development created avoidable logistical and security concerns, especially considering the stadium’s 40,000 capacity and the need to ensure a comfortable experience for patrons.
He disclosed that the BHIM Concert is designed to start around 5 p.m. to give emerging artistes a platform, with his headline performance beginning at about 10 p.m. to maintain energy throughout the night.
Beyond the concert controversy, Stonebwoy reflected on recent personal milestones, including his graduation with a degree in Public Administration and Governance.
He completed the four-year programme in three years, from 2021 to 2024, after gaining direct entry into Level 200 due to a prior Marketing certificate from the University of Professional Studies, Accra. He described balancing full-time studies from Monday to Friday with recording his 2023 album as demanding, noting that the institution enforced strict attendance rules.
The artist also spoke about performing at a major African Cup fan zone, describing it as the first diaspora-focused initiative of its kind. The event brought together audiences from across Africa, Asia and Japan, combining sports with arts and entertainment, an opportunity Stonebwoy said he was grateful to be part of on an international stage.
Touching on the broader music industry, Stonebwoy highlighted the financial strain of organising large-scale, privately funded concerts in Ghana, pointing out that production costs are extremely high while ticket prices remain relatively low.
He contrasted this with state-sponsored events and expressed hope that, in the future, the state would support multi-day national festivals, such as Independence celebrations, featuring genres ranging from Gospel to Traditional music.
Describing his career as part of a larger artistic revolution, Stonebwoy said his work goes beyond personal success, positioning himself as an inspiration with a long-term vision.
He is widely recognised for his strength as a live band performer and has already set his sights on a 10th-anniversary event, scheduled for Wednesday, December 24, 2025.
