Samini Crowns Stonebwoy "AfroDancehall King" and Hints at Political Career | Discuss Ghana

The legendary Samini (Emmanuel Andrews Samini) has officially settled the long-standing "King of Dancehall" debate by bestowing a new title upon his former protégé, Stonebwoy. Appearing on Onua Showtime with Nana Ama McBrown on Sunday, February 22, 2026, Samini addressed the evolution of the genre he helped pioneer.

While Samini reaffirmed his status as the "King of African Dancehall" (a title he has held since 2006), he explicitly crowned Stonebwoy as the "King of AfroDancehall," acknowledging Stonebwoy’s role in crafting and globalizing that specific fusion.

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The "ORIGIN8A" Reunion

The crowning comes at a significant moment as Samini promotes his highly anticipated eighth studio album, "ORIGIN8A," which was released on February 12, 2026.

1. The Lead Single: The album’s title track, "Origin8a," features a historic reunion between Samini, Stonebwoy, and Kofi Kinaata.

2. Reclaiming the Roots: Samini explained to McBrown that the song symbolizes a "return to roots," bringing together the High-Grade Family and Bhim Nation after years of perceived tension.

3. Pan-African Sound: The album also features major collaborations with Mugeez, Kaakie, Kuami Eugene, M.anifest, and the Soweto Gospel Choir, blending dancehall with highlife and amapiano.

Shocking Political Ambitions in the Upper West

Beyond the music, Samini stunned the audience by discussing his serious intentions to venture into public service in his home region.

1. A "Deprived" Region: Samini cited the Upper West Region (specifically his hometown, Wa) as one of the most deprived areas in Ghana, expressing a desire to lead development efforts there.

2. "Never Say Never": While he hasn't officially joined a political party, he told Nana Ama McBrown to "keep your fingers crossed," noting that he has been reading extensively to ensure he is "statesman-worthy" and "appointment-worthy".

3. Statesman Role: He emphasized that his potential shift to politics is about contributing directly to his people rather than just seeking office, stating, "should I step up to serve, it would be beneficial to my people".