For the first time, veteran Gospel musician Edward Akwasi Boateng has opened up about a deepening family conflict, revealing that his estranged wife, Genevieve, has initiated divorce proceedings and is demanding custody of their children along with half of his property in Kumasi.
The pair, who share four children, have reportedly lived apart for nearly five years. In a video shared online, Edward disclosed that he had recently approached the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly to begin formal divorce steps, only to be met with a court summons from Genevieve.
According to him, Genevieve’s filing includes a request for 50 percent ownership of the Kumasi residence he currently occupies. Edward said he referenced their long separation during the KMA visit, noting that the situation reminded him of the public dispute involving the late highlife icon Daddy Lumba.
In the video, Edward said Genevieve had already returned the bride price given to her family during their marriage rites, yet still insists she contributed to the development of the house and therefore qualifies for an equal share.
Court documents mentioned in his video allege that Edward accessed a loan during their marriage with Genevieve’s involvement. She reportedly claims he has declined to repay it, arguing that their joint financial responsibilities entitle her to fifty percent of the property.
Edward has rejected the claims outright. He insisted that he used his personal earnings to put up the building, crediting his music career, particularly the success of “Ade Mepe,” as well as the generosity of public figures such as Afia Schwarzenegger, Tracey Boakye and Pastor El Bernard. “As for this house, she wasn’t with me at the time I built it. This house is for Ghanaians; they’re the ones who helped me build it,” he said.
He added that he supported Genevieve in various ways during the marriage, including securing a car for her, assisting her with travel, and helping her obtain a UK passport.
Reflecting on the ordeal, the Gospel musician said challenges are part of the Christian journey but his faith remains intact. “I’ve not wronged my ex-wife in any way. The Bible says trials and tribulations always come in the way of believers,” he stated.
Edward concluded his message by thanking fans and the broader Ghanaian community for sustaining him through difficult seasons, recalling the days he survived by selling his songs on flash drives in local markets.
Watch the video below.
