Ghanaian rap icon Sarkodie has publicly acknowledged Akon's role in the global rise of Afrobeats, describing the Senegalese-American artist as a key contributor to the genre's success.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sarkodie praised Akon for using his influence to support African talent during his peak.
READ ALSO: Prioritize consistency over instant validation - Sarkodie to upcoming musicians"Big shouts to the legend @Akon for what you did for Afrobeats!!!
We can't skip that in history… few artists at their prime will look back and put their people on from the motherland!
