Ghanaian entertainer Rosemond Brown, known in showbiz as Akuapem Poloo, says her past mistakes and legal troubles have taught her to separate social media hype from real life.
The actress admitted that her obsession with online validation once blinded her to consequences in a conversation with Giovani Caleb on TV3 monitored by MyNewsGh.
“Don’t let social media fool you,” she advised. “That’s what happened to me. I used to post without thinking. I didn’t even watch my videos before uploading them. I just wanted likes, views, and shares.”
The actress, who became infamous for her controversial posts and unfiltered commentary, says fame once made her reckless. “When I posted something and saw it going viral, I felt powerful,” she confessed. “But that same power brought me down.”
After serving time in prison and converting to Islam, Poloo says she now values peace over popularity. “You have to think before you act,” she said. “Life is bigger than social media trends.”
Her transformation, she insists, isn’t an act. “I’ve truly changed. I no longer insult or pick fights online. I just share joy, laughter, and positivity.”
Despite public criticism, Poloo says the love Ghanaians showed her after her conviction was overwhelming.
“The #FreePoloo campaign saved me,” she recalled. “That’s when I realized Ghanaians genuinely care. It made me cry.”
She also used the moment to thank the Mahama family for their quiet support. “The First Lady reached out to my mom and helped with my bail. I’ll forever be grateful,” she said.
Reflecting on her journey from viral controversy to redemption, Poloo had one final message for young creators; “Be careful what you post. Social media is not life. Likes and comments can’t fix your mistakes.”
