# Chief Moomen

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**Abdul Moomen Muslim** (born 16 December 1990) known professionally as Chief Moomen is a [Ghanaian](/source/Ghanaian) poet, playwright and creative entrepreneur.[1] He is best known for creating the Ghanaian historical [epic](/source/Epic_poetry) - *WogbeJeke: Our Journey*, a theatrical reenactment of the history of Ghana from ancient to modern times, directed by [Joyce Anima Misa Amoah](/source/Joyce_Anima_Misa_Amoah).[2] In March 2017, the play was chosen as the official theatre showpiece to celebrate Ghana’s 60th Anniversary.[3]

## Early life and education

Moomen hails from the [Upper West Region](/source/Upper_West_Region) but was born in [Accra](/source/Accra) to his [Wala](/source/Wala_people) parents. Chief had his basic education at the Association International School in [Adenta](/source/Adenta) proceeded to T.I Ahmadiya Secondary School in [Kumasi](/source/Kumasi) for his secondary education. He is pursuing a [Masters of Arts](/source/Master_of_Arts) in Communications from the [University of Ghana](/source/University_of_Ghana), where he earned his [Bachelors of Arts](/source/Bachelor_of_Arts) in English and Theatre Arts.[4]

## Career

Chief Moomen began performing spoken word poetry as an [undergrad](/source/Undergraduate_education), influenced by his lifelong admiration for [Maya Angelou](/source/Maya_Angelou) as a child.[5] He writes, reads, and performs poetry for global corporate, non-profit and state functions. In 2015, he launched an ambitious project called *Heritage Theatre Series* to reenact the history of Ghana through a series of [theatre productions](/source/Theatre_production).[6] The flagship play titled *WogbeJeke: Our Journey*, a two and half hour production that tells the story of Ghana from ancient to modern times through a beautiful mélange of drama, music, dance and poetry.[7]

He is also the founder of Bambu Centre, a creative hub located at Adenta, Accra, established to nurture creative skills and businesses.[8] In 2018, CNN profiled Moomen for an edition of its *African Voices*.[9] He has performed at events and venues like the [National Theatre of Ghana](/source/National_Theatre_of_Ghana), the 2013 [Vodafone Ghana Music Awards](/source/Vodafone_Ghana_Music_Awards) and the opening and closing ceremonies of the [2018 Africa Women Cup of Nations](/source/2018_Africa_Women_Cup_of_Nations) with his [ensemble](/source/Ensemble_cast) of drummers, dancers and singers.[10][11] In 2012, he performed at the burial of late Ghanaian president [John Evans Attah Mills](/source/John_Atta_Mills). Moomen performed at the unveiling of the [FIFA World Cup Trophy](/source/FIFA_World_Cup_Trophy) at the State House in 2014.[4][10]

In 2018, Moomen performed a tribute to [President Hilla Limann](/source/Hilla_Limann) (1979 to 1981) at his 20th Anniversary commemoration.[12][13]

On May Day, 2020, Moomen performed in a virtual concert in honour of health workers in Ghana alongside other poets and musicians such as, [Apiorkor](/source/Apiorkor_Seyiram_Ashong-Abbey), Nana Asase, [Okyeame Kwame](/source/Okyeame_Kwame), Akwaboah, [Cina Soul](/source/Cina_Soul), [Knii Lante](/source/Knii_Lante), Fameye, Amandzeba, Tagoe Sisters, Kwabena Kwabena and Joe Mettle.[14] On 10 December 2021, he performed at the [Expo 2020](/source/Expo_2020) in [Dubai](/source/Dubai) as part of the Dignified Storytelling Forum.[15]

## Controversies

In 2017, during Ghana's 60th Independence day celebration, Chief Moomen announced that his business was on the verge of collapse due to the inability of the Government of Ghana to pay him for staging his Theatre Production Wogbɛ Jɛkɛ as part of his Heritage Theatre Series, aimed at showcasing Ghanaian Culture and History. According to him, he had incurred debts from shows he had staged without full payment and could no longer continue as a result of the devastating effect it had on his theatre business. He then cancelled subsequent shows due to the fact that he could not afford to stage any more shows with this debt.[16]

## References

1. ["Chief Moomen presents ‘Heritage Theatre Series’ sponsored by Key Soap"](https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Chief-Moomen-presents-Heritage-Theatre-Series-sponsored-by-Key-Soap-354513). *GhanaWeb*. 2015-04-15. Retrieved 2021-05-22.

1. Amponsah, Charles. ["First edition of heritage series staged"](https://gbcghana.com/1.4995996). *www.gbcghana.com*. Retrieved 2021-12-14.

1. ["A stage-play highlighting Ghana's rich cultural and political history"](https://www.pulse.com.gh/lifestyle/events/review-of-wogbejeke-our-journey-a-stage-play-highlighting-ghanas-rich-cultural-and/c23209v). *Pulse Ghana*. 2017-07-04. Retrieved 2022-08-28.

1. [""I’M TOO FOCUSED ON MY DREAMS TO SEE HATERS"-Chief Moomen"](https://www.thereadershub.org/im-too-focused-on-my-dreams-to-see-haters-chief-moomen/). *The Readers Hub*. 2020-07-17. Retrieved 2021-05-22.

1. ["Nubuke - Artists"](https://www.nubukefoundation.org/artist.php?artist=UlNKTGE3VEpYK0FsTW9QTEEwcysyUT09). *www.nubukefoundation.org*. Retrieved 2021-12-14.

1. ["Heritage Theater Series launches Ghana's story"](https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Heritage-Theater-Series-launches-Ghana-s-story-353507). *GhanaWeb*. 2015-04-08. Retrieved 2021-12-14.

1. ["2017 'Wogbejeke' transports patrons through history"](https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/2017-Wogbejeke-transports-patrons-through-history-515959). *GhanaWeb*. 2017-03-05. Retrieved 2021-12-14.

1. ["Chieff Moomen's Bambu Center Receives GHC100,000 From Zylofon Arts Fund"](https://www.nydjlive.com/chieff-moomens-bambu-center-receives-ghc100000-from-zylofon-arts-fund/). *NY DJ Live*. 2018-03-23. Retrieved 2021-12-14.

1. ["A poet, playwright and Ghanaian storyteller - CNN Video"](https://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2018/01/04/african-voices-a-poet-playwright-and-ghanaian-storyteller-b.cnn), retrieved 2021-12-14

1. ["Chief Moomen"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7F4Rb9lN3U4), retrieved 2021-12-14

1. ["Highlights: 2018 Women’s AFCON opening ceremony"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dL7SIInnQhY), retrieved 2021-12-14

1. ["Chief Moomen pays tribute to Dr Hilla Limann at his 20th Anniversary commemoration"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3S_rybOznJE), retrieved 2021-12-14

1. Sagoe, Margaret (2018-09-07). ["SMWAccra: 10 Interesting Facts About The Spoken Word Artiste, Chief Moomen"](https://kuulpeeps.com/2018/09/07/smwaccra-10-interesting-facts-about-the-spoken-word-artiste-chief-moomen/campus/legon). *Kuulpeeps - Ghana Campus News and Lifestyle Site by Students*. Retrieved 2021-12-14.

1. ["Citi TV To Honour Health Workers With Virtual Concert"](https://dailyguidenetwork.com/citi-tv-to-honour-health-workers-with-virtual-concert/). *DailyGuide Network*. 2020-04-29. Retrieved 2021-05-22.

1. ["Dignified Storytelling I Working Together to Safeguard our Collective Future | World Expo"](https://virtualexpo.world/). *virtualexpo.world*. Retrieved 2021-12-14.

1. ["Gov't indebtness to my company collapsing my career - Chief Moomen - MyJoyOnline.com"](https://www.myjoyonline.com/govt-indebtness-to-my-company-collapsing-my-career-chief-moomen/). *www.myjoyonline.com*. Retrieved 2021-05-22.

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