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Black Sherif to Return to School, Reveals Personal Reasons Behind Decision

Prince Eshun

May 01, 2026 at 01:12 PM Updated: May 01, 2026 at 01:12 PM
Black Sherif plans to return to school, citing personal reasons for his decision.
  • Black Sherif, Ghana's music powerhouse, plans to return to school despite withdrawing from his university education.
  • The musician revealed his intentions to go back to education during an interview on Joy FM's Personality Profile.
  • Black Sherif expressed his gratitude towards his mother, who still wishes for him to return to education.
  • He cited 'real-life reasons' for his decision to return to school.

Black Sherif, born Mohammed Ismail Sherif Kwaku Frimpong, has been making waves in the music industry with hits like 'Second Sermon' and 'Kwaku The Traveller'. However, his journey in academia was cut short when he withdrew from the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) in 2022.

Speaking on Joy FM's Personality Profile with Kofi Hayford, Black Sherif opened up about his time at UPSA and the reasons behind his departure. He described his exit from the university as a 'ninja's disappearing act', likening it to a smoke bomb that went unnoticed by his family.

Black Sherif's Academic Journey

Enrolled at UPSA in 2022, Black Sherif was working towards a four-year bachelor's degree. However, he made the difficult decision to withdraw from his studies, citing the need to focus on his rapidly rising music career.

Reflecting on this period, Black Sherif admitted that leaving university was not an event marked by a formal or intense conversation with his family. Instead, he revealed that his family kind of understood his decision, especially his mother, who never directly confronted him about his decision to drop out.

Black Sherif's Decision to Return to School

Despite stepping away from his studies to focus on his music career, Black Sherif noted that education is not something he has dismissed entirely – and he plans to go back to school. He expressed his gratitude towards his mother, who still wishes for him to return to education.

Black Sherif further revealed that he now has 'real-life reasons' to return to school. He shared that these reasons are personal and close to him, motivating him to go back to school and learn.

Impact of Black Sherif's Decision

Black Sherif's decision to return to school is a testament to his commitment to education and personal growth. As one of Ghana's most prominent musical exports, his rise to fame has been meteoric, with songs like 'Second Sermon' and 'Kwaku The Traveller' propelling him onto the international stage.

Black Sherif's return to school is a positive development for his fans and the music industry as a whole. It demonstrates his dedication to his craft and his willingness to learn and grow as an artist.

Looking Ahead

Black Sherif's decision to return to school is a clear indication that he is committed to his personal and professional growth. As he navigates the next chapter of his academic journey, fans and well-wishers can expect great things from this talented musician.

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