Michael Blackson Visits His Free School, Interacts With Children Ahead of Their Vacation

• Michael Blackson has earned praise online after he paid a visit to the Michael Blackson Academy, a free school he owns and runs in Agona Nsaba
• Blackson visited the school to interact with the students ahead of their upcoming summer break, which is expected to run until September when a new academic year starts
• The video of the comedian’s visit stirred positive reactions from social media users, many of whom slammed other celebrities for failing to use their wealth in a similar manner
• Celebrity blogger Ameyaw Debrah, in a chat with YEN.com.gh, reacted to the phenomenon of celebrities being criticised for not carrying out acts of charity

Ghanaian-American comedian Michael Blackson won plaudits online after he paid a visit to his free school and interacted with students.

The popular comedian and actor established the Michael Blackson Academy in his mother’s hometown, Agona Nsaba, in 2023, to provide free education to children in the community.

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The school is fully funded by the actor, either from his finances or from donations through the Michael Blackson Foundation.

In a video shared by the comedian on his Instagram page on Thursday, July 24, 2025, he can be seen interacting with students at the academy.

Michael Blackson visited several classes where he cracked jokes and played with the children.

He stated that the visit was to check on all the kids before the school breaks for the end of the academic year and the subsequent vacation.

"Had to go say bye to the kids before their summer break. Three years, and we're still going strong. 20 more new students coming in September," he said.

The Instagram video of Michael Blackson visiting his free school is below.

Funding for Michael Blackson Academy hits snag

Michael Blackson previously opened up about facing funding challenges for his school after he made a major investment loss.

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The US-based star took to Twitter to accuse the government of Ghana of 'robbing' him after he purchased a million dollars' worth of Eurobonds.

He said the investment was meant to ensure the long-term funding of his school, but Ghana reneged on the agreement and caused him to suffer a major loss.

"When I bought the euro bonds it was paying 10% interest which will pay for the school and then Ghana kidnapped the money to use to pay their debt. Almost 3 yrs later they tell me oh we are sorry but we can only pay you 1.95% and we will hold your money for 15 yrs. Smh." he tweeted.

The Twitter post of the comedian opening up about his investment loss is below.

Michael Blackson's philanthropic acts won admiration on social media, while other celebrities were slammed for not following in his footsteps.

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Speaking to YEN.com.gh, popular blogger Ameyaw Debrah said Michael Blackson's actions, while admirable, should not be used as an excuse to attack other celebrities.

"People should respect celebrities for who they are and what they choose to do. Being a celebrity does not mean you're supposed to forcibly do something for communities or societies. If they want to do it, fine, if they don't do it, it's up to them. It's unfair on celebrities to have those expectations placed on them." Debrah said.

He added that not all celebrities have the means to do these acts, while others do so in secret without the public's knowledge.

"Those who are capable and doing it should be praised, if somebody is not doing it it's not our place to criticise them. You know them as celebrities but do you know what they go through? The fact that somebody is a celebrity doesn't mean they automatically have to do it anyway. Some celebrities also do it without publicising it" he added.

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Michael Blackson’s school visit stirs reactions

YEN.com.gh compiled some reactions to the video of Michael Blackson visiting his school.

babureed said:

"🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 Thank you, Michael Blackson. 🙏🏿🙏🏿 We are awaiting your next project in Liberia 🇱🇷 🇱🇷 🇱🇷 🇱🇷 🇱🇷. The support awaits you, brother."

sikabakojo wrote:

"God bless you and keep your soul alive forever 🙏🏻."

aderibigbeoluwaseun commented:

"Nigerian celebrities will never do something like this. All they know how to do is flaunt wealth & oppress others with their fame & fortune."

Ifeanacho_ said:

"Congratulations 🥂 God bless you, man."

imexchan1 wrote:

"Thank you very much for all you are doing for your people. It’s a shame Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy can’t even build anything for any community in Nigeria, not even a nursery school. All they do is buy cars and oppress their fans and followers."

Michael Blackson welcomes new child

Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Michael Blackson welcomed a new child with his fiancée, Rada Darling.

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Blackson introduced the baby, a boy named Lil Mikey, in a social media post shared with his 5.7 million followers on June 17, 2025.

Several celebrities from Ghana and America congratulated the actor on the birth of his fifth child, which is the first with his fiancée.

Source: YEN.com.gh