Funny Face declares himself mental health advocate after recovery journey
Benson Nana Yaw Oduro Boateng, popularly known as Funny Face, says he now considers himself a mental health ambassador following his mental health struggles between 2022 and 2024. Speaking on Primetime on May 20, he said, "Now I'm a mental health ambassador. I've learnt, relearned, and that's a field I want to fully enter into. I've read and studied about it."
Funny Face stressed that mental health issues require urgent attention, particularly among young people in Ghana, noting that some individuals resort to drug abuse as a coping mechanism. He dismissed claims that his mental health challenges began after his wife left him, stating it was because of his daughters. He reflected on an incident in which he knocked down five people with his vehicle and had to shoulder their medical expenses, which he finished paying this year. He expressed gratitude to individuals such as former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan and actor Kwaku Manu for supporting him. He also apologized to Emmanuel Adebayor, Bola Ray and Fadda Dickson for previously speaking against them while unwell.
With his recovery journey now behind him, Funny Face says he wants to start his Senior High School tour on mental health and 'Say No to Drugs'. He is focused on using his experience to inspire others and promote mental health awareness among young people.
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Funny Face, the Ghanaian comedian, is now championing mental health advocacy after a challenging period from 2022 to 2024. His experiences have given him insights - and he's ready to share.
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