The My Bolga Online Frafra Music Awards 2025 was not just a celebration of rhythm, identity, and artistry; it was a powerful public referendum on who truly moved the fans. Backed by overwhelming fan participation, the following ten musicians emerged as the most impactful Frafra artists in 2025. This article ranks the Top 10 Frafra Musicians based strictly on total votes received across all their nominated categories. The list is grounded in verifiable public support expressed through the prestigious My Bolga Online Frafra Music Awards. Their positions reflect the unmatched fan engagement, the voices, the votes, the loyalty and presence on the music scene.

1. Bola Anafo, the people’s champion.

Bola Anafo stands atop the Frafra music scene like a baobab rooted in tradition yet flourishing across generations. A two-time Artist of the Year (2023 and 2025), Bola has done more than win awards; he has earned reverence. His 2025 success came with the biggest prize yet: a Chevrolet New Cruze Saloon Car and cash prize, a reflection of the tidal wave of love his fans brought.

But Bola’s rise wasn’t overnight. From his 2007 breakout hit Yumpinuu — a poetic celebration of Ghana’s 50th independence anniversary — to his recent masterpiece Neriba nde buno (“Wealth is in People”) and most recently La din lange me (It has already been done), Bola has remained loyal to his kologo roots while elevating the genre into digital spaces. His songs echo from Facebook feeds to market stalls, capturing rhythms and philosophies. His humility, expressed in calls for younger artists to respect tradition and elders, has become as inspiring as his melodies.

Bola Anafo reminds us that true greatness is not in volume, but in substance, humility, and perseverance. And this year, the people crowned their champion again.

2. Jacob Abagna-Gongo, the firebrand voice.

Where Bola’s strings soothe, Abagna-Gongo’s chords strike, and fans love him for it. Known for confronting social betrayal, corruption, and moral decay head-on, Gongo’s music has become the bold, unfiltered conscience of Bolgatanga and beyond.

His 2025 performance across multiple categories earned him a scooter motorbike and cash prize, but the numbers don’t even tell half the story. In Mina ti nanga (“Beware of Scorpions Among Friends”), he warns of deception hiding behind smiles. In other songs, he questions the moral decline of traditional leadership, asking: “Do you want to rule over people or stones?”

Yet Gongo isn’t just a protest poet. He’s a mentor, a builder of new talent, and a generous community advocate — donating exercise books to schools, promoting Frafra culture globally, and nurturing over 30 young kologo musicians. His 2014 performance in the Netherlands proved that Frafra music can travel when it’s honest.

In Jacob Abagna-Gongo, fans find not just a musician but a cultural warrior, whose voice sings and stings with purpose.

3. Anabatanga Samuel, the traditional titan

When Anabatanga plays, the land listens. A torchbearer of the raw kologo spirit, his presence in the awards was a testament to how deeply traditional sounds still move modern souls. His district roared for him, and the region followed. Anabatanga remains the pure, proud voice of Bongo. From the heart of Bongo to the regional stage, Anabatanga proved that kologo and loyalty go hand in hand. He secured his place as one of the most authentic and supported voices with raw traditional sound.

4. Dominic Akane Akuribila (Akanebia), the gospel griot

Poetic, spiritual, and grounded, Dominic’s music echoes in both churches and community gatherings. His songs aren’t just melodies; they’re moments of reflection. This year, he proved that musical depth doesn’t go unnoticed. His influence spanned categories and crossed generational lines.

Dominic is more than a gospel act — he’s a Frafra institution. His crossover appeal from the gospel world into secular and cultural spaces places him firmly among the all-time greats. His fan base is both spiritual and celebratory.

5. Yakubu Dua (Atognyelga), the hitmaker

With his song Vom Bank leading the Popular Song of the Year category, Atognyelga, as he is fondly called, cemented himself as one of the most listened-to voices in 2025. Though not in the Artist of the Year top two, his hit single alone has elevated him to elite status.

6. Nyaaba Akenliyeta, the quiet force

A quiet force with a loyal district base, Nyaaba’s win was decisive. Though not in multiple categories, his single win earned him more votes than many others, proving that district pride runs deep.

7. Azerya Denis, the breakout star

The breakout sensation of the year. With no legacy, major hit song, or long discography, Azerya stormed the scene with the highest votes in the New Act category, winning a fridge and regional praise.

8. Suzy Abasiyire, the women’s voice

Suzy emerged as the voice of Frafra women in music, and her song Wa Ana Zi Ire Ma Yire La Puom became a personal and communal anthem. Her first-place finish shows a shift toward gender balance in fan support.

9. Akunduo Kwaku, the kologo craftsman

Akunduo is the kind of artist who doesn’t talk much but lets his strings speak volumes. In the raw kologo category, his presence was thunderous. Fans rallied behind his authenticity.

His rise this year signals a deep hunger for grounded, soul-stirring artistry, and Akunduo delivered it straight from the roots.

10. Ras Wormz, the Frafra rap king

Ras Wormz received steady support across categories, especially in the Frafra rap category and collaboration. His vote total reflects a multi-category presence and a consistent fan base.

Honorary Mention

The following artists also showed a strong surge in fan support, coming in second place in the rest of the categories.

11. Sam Gong

Though Sam Gong came in the second place among the best Frafra gospel artists, his strong votes make him stand out among those who came in the second place.

12. Azangba Bugre Desmond

Azangba Bugre Desmond came in second place in the Bolga East category, but he made a strong impact and almost swept the category, as a few votes beat him.

13. Diana Abolga

Coming second in the Bongo category, Diana Abolga showed a strong surge at the beginning of the voting season but was later overtaken by Anabatanga Samuel.

14. Akanzagse Jonathan

15. Agamriga Anaya Prosper

16. Richard Abanga Boko

17. Akuureyaaba Charles Apaala

18. Anyanesaba Dua

19. Rastech

20. Narro Boy

21. Swanzy Zua

22. Akulkabia

23. Ayaare Sampson

These rankings are not speculative but grounded in verified votes from the 2025 awards. They represent popularity, performance, and presence. As Frafra music grows across borders, these ten musicians shape its sound, style, and soul.