Ghanaian musician, King Paluta has reacted to news of his ‘Aseda’ song being featured in the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
The musician in a tweet on June 17 expressed excitement over the news, stating “I don’t know if it’s really true but I heard there was a question in the BECE exams today about me. I’m popping the champagne already.”
King Paluta was featured in the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
The ‘Aseda’ hitmaker whose real name is Thomas Adjei Wireko, was featured in Section B of the Music and Creative Arts paper of the examination.
Students were asked to name two significant social issues that King Paluta’s popular song “Aseda” addresses in Question 4(c) of the paper.
The question stated: “King Paluta, whose real name is Thomas Adjei Wireko, is a Ghanaian musician know for blending traditional rythms, storytelling, and modern hip-hop beats in his music. One of his most popular songs, ‘Aseda’ carries deep messages that address important issues in Ghanaian society. Identify two of these issues.”
The inclusion of King Paluta in a national examination signals growing recognition of his work beyond entertainment, highlighting its role in social commentary.
This confirms the significance of King Paluta’s ‘Aseda’ song in Ghana’s cultural landscape.
I don’t know if it’s really true but i heard there was a question in the BECE exams today about me .
I’m popping the champagne already 🍾🥂— KING (@KingPalutaMusic) June 17, 2025
King Paluta’s ‘Aseda’ song featured in Music and Creative Arts paper of 2025 BECE
