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† In Memoriam · 1954–2020

Nana Tuffour

Highlife Musician, Songwriter

BornFebruary 14, 1954DiedJune 15, 2020 Age at Death66 Years NationalityGhanaian RegionAshanti
Profession Highlife Musician, Songwriter Musician
Nationality Ghanaian

About Nana Tuffour

Nana Tuffour, born James Kwaku Tuffour and nicknamed "9-9-2-4", was a Ghanaian highlife singer and songwriter. He is remembered for "Aketekyiwa", "Abeiku" and "Owuo Sei Fie", and released 15 albums.

Early life and career

He was born on 14 February 1954 in Kumasi. He started out with the keyboardist Alex Konadu and then played piano in the Wanto Wazuri Band before becoming lead vocalist of the Waza Africo Band. His first album, Highlife Romance, came out in 1979.

He later spent time in Nigeria as keyboardist for the jùjú star King Sunny Adé.

Death

He died on 15 June 2020, aged 66, from COVID-19.

Frequently asked questions about James Kwaku Tuffour

How old is Nana Tuffour?

Nana Tuffour is 72 years old, born February 14, 1954.

What is Nana Tuffour known for?

Nana Tuffour is a Highlife Musician, Songwriter.

What is Nana Tuffour's nationality?

Nana Tuffour is Ghanaian.

Personal Information

Full Name
James Kwaku Tuffour
Nickname
9-9-2-4
Date of Birth
14 February 1954
Date of Death
15 June 2020
Nationality
Ghanaian
Region
Ashanti

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Sources & References

  1. "Nana Tuffour". Wikipedia.
  2. "Wikidata entry Q96311327". Wikidata.

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