Gardencitynewsgh.com engaged legendary Ghanaian gospel sensational Hannah Marfo, the woman who shook the gospel industry in 1994 with her timeless smash hit “Gye Me”, in an interview  and she made a profound statement that every church and event organizer must hear.

After more than 30 years in ministry, with unforgettable anthems like Papa Mu O Bone Mu O, Die Wo Aye, Obinim Da Wobeba, Eye Nyame, Akristofo Adoso and many more, Mama Hannah says she does not charge any fee to minister or perform at programs.

Yes — the voice that paved the way for many female gospel musicians today still ministers freely for the sake of the Kingdom.

But she adds a deep caution:

“Not charging does not mean I don’t need anything. At least the invitee needs to understand the processes involved in inviting an artiste for a performance.”_

Ministry is free, but the journey is not free.

The band needs to be paid. Fuel needs to be bought. Sound needs to be set. Transport, costumes, time, fasting and prayer — all come at a cost.

Hannah Marfo is not demanding payment, but she is calling for honour, understanding and proper preparation from those who invite gospel ministers.

She represents an era where gospel was not about money, but about souls — yet even Jesus’ disciples needed support to carry the gospel forward.

This is a wake-up call to the church: If you want anointed ministration, you must also understand the sacrifice behind it.

Mama Hannah Marfo remains one of Ghana’s most respected gospel mothers — a timeless legend whose songs still heal, restore and lead people to Christ over three decades after “Gye Me” first hit the airwaves.

Her ministry is free, but don’t take her sacrifice for granted.