Momo Fest 2025 reached its grand finale on Saturday night, marking a spectacular end to the event that brought together music, technology, and commerce. Thousands of fans gathered at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium for Sarkodie’s Rapperholic Concert, which served as the climax of the nationwide MoMo Fest campaign. Despite heavy rainfall throughout the evening, the event drew an unprecedented crowd, showcasing the enthusiasm of attendees.
The Momo Fest 2025 initiative was a month-long campaign aimed at promoting financial inclusion, encouraging the use of mobile money, and raising awareness about MoMo fraud prevention. The campaign featured educational roadshows, cashless market fairs, and community engagement activities across the country, culminating in the Kumasi event.
Saturday’s finale was a vibrant celebration that combined music, technology, and commerce. Gates opened in the afternoon, and by nightfall, the stadium was packed to capacity, with many fans still trying to gain entry. Vendors at the MoMo Cashless Market and Fair, set up within the stadium premises, offered goods and services payable exclusively through mobile money, providing patrons with a live demonstration of MoMo’s utility.
Despite weather challenges and brief concerns regarding crowd control, the event proceeded as planned. The concert, headlined by multiple award-winning rapper Sarkodie, featured performances from several high-profile Ghanaian artists, including Medikal, Kofi Kinaata, Donzy, Kweku Smoke, and Efya. The highlight of the night came with the surprise appearance of Shatta Wale, who joined Sarkodie on stage, marking a rare public collaboration between the two top acts.
Sarkodie’s set included a blend of hits spanning his career and a memorable on-stage moment with his mentor Obrafour, which drew loud cheers from the audience. The show officially ended around 4 a.m., with thousands of attendees exiting the venue amid high energy and excitement.
Patrons described the concert as a successful conclusion to Momo Fest 2025, stating that the festival had exceeded expectations in terms of reach, public participation, and impact. “Momo Fest has shown the power of mobile money not just as a tool for financial transactions, but as a platform for cultural connection,” said Charles Dornor, a patron.
Security services also reported no major incidents beyond minor crowd disturbances and stated that safety measures were successfully enforced throughout the night. The event has been described as one of the largest music gatherings in Kumasi’s recent history and a fitting end to a festival that sought to blend innovation with entertainment.
