‘Aside her anger issues, nothing can stop her from heaven' – Bishop Adu at late Tiwaa’s funeral

The founder of Jerusalem Chapel, Bishop J. Y. Adu, made a controversial statement during the final funeral rites of late gospel musician Maame Tiwaa on April 11, 2026.

According to Bishop Adu, although he is convinced that the late Tiwaa will go to heaven, she struggled with anger issues.

Speaking to mourners at the funeral grounds, he said, “Tiwaa was a good person. It was not only her gospel songs that made her a good person, but also her kindness she could give you whatever she had.

“However, she had anger issues; sometimes she could argue with you when she got angry. Aside from that, I don’t know what could prevent her from going to heaven because she truly served God.”

Veteran gospel singer Maame Tiwaa is dead

Maame Tiwaa passed away on December 7, 2025.

The late musician was widely known for her longstanding association with Yaw Sarpong and the Asomafo Band.

Renowned for her angelic voice, she featured in numerous songs, including Tenabea Foforo, Yen Nka Nkyere Yen Agya, and Sumenaso, among other hit singles.

Following her demise, many Ghanaians have taken to social media to express their grief and, in particular, to commiserate with Yaw Sarpong over the loss.

"Maame Tiwaa had anger issues but she also had a kind heart and she will be in heaven"

- Bishop JY. Adu states pic.twitter.com/ei5EXeEJ5b

— DEK360Ghana🇬🇭 (@Dek360Ghana) April 11, 2026

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