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Shatta Wale Fans Fume Over Award Snub
Shatta Wale fan Gideon Kwaku Ofori sent an open letter about his music idol's recent absence from award nominations. He wrote that rivals have many achievements to talk about because they keep creating new things. Ofori wishes to see his favorite artist perform at the TGMA event, which would make him happy. He feels this would reward his support during these current times. The letter points out that even if Shatta Wale does not care much about awards, just being nominated would please his supporters. Fans could vote, go to the ceremony, and collect prizes if he chooses not to attend. They want to talk about their accomplishments with others proudly. Ofori says the SM fan group lacks excitement these days. He asks Shatta Wale to join...
Ghana Talent Quest Storms Paris Cultural Scene
RAM Media Concepts started a new talent show at Alliance Française in Accra last Friday night. The Adamfopa Talent Quest aims to connect Ghanaian artists with people from Ghana living abroad. Famous musicians like Samini, Jupitar, and Bessa Simons came to the launch party. Mr Augustine Mark from RAM Media said the show helps young talents find their roots. He believes this project will grow tourism and make Ghana more famous for its art. The contest began in France last year with 26 people trying out. Only nine moved to the final round after judges picked the best acts. Winners will record music in European studios and earn money prizes. The show accepts singers, dancers, actors, comedians, rappers, and acrobats from Ghana and other...
King Promise Vows to Crush Global Afrobeats Scene
King Promise wants to bring Ghanaian sounds to people worldwide. The singer won Artist of the Year at the recent Telecel Ghana Music Awards. He talked about his music goals on TV3 yesterday. He sees Afrobeats as music from Africa that speaks to everyone. His tours have reached places where few African artists perform. He became the first African musician to play concerts in parts of Asia such as Singapore. Fans filled venues in Japan when he performed there. His shows reached Bahrain, Dubai, Australia, Europe, and America. He believes music can connect with listeners who may not understand his language. R2Bees inspired him to create songs for both local audiences and people living far from Ghana. Promise explained that his music...
Yul Edochie Fires Back While Critics Suffer
Nigerian actor Yul Edochie attacked his critics on Instagram, saying they face hard times after they went after him. He claimed people who once judged him lost marriages and careers. Some cannot find partners, and others beg online. Many suffer without telling anyone. Yul warned they will keep having problems until they say sorry. He told others to stay out of his business or risk harm to themselves. He said bad things happen to those who attack him for no reason. The actor called himself special to God. He used an Igbo title meaning sacred water with authority. His post made him famous again as he stood firm against those who hurt him.
Fans Freak Out Over Eleanor Lee Voice Clip
Someone shared a voice clip that many think belongs to Singaporean actress Eleanor Lee. The recording features a woman saying mean things about Chinese people. She allegedly calls them idiots, among other bad names. This spread fast on Chinese social media sites, where users began blaming Lee. Nobody has proven it comes from her mouth. Lee became famous through her role in The Big Boss drama. She also has a well-known mom, host Quan Yi Feng. She built her acting career in China, but this issue might harm her reputation there. Some angry fans want her to explain herself or say sorry. Others ask people not to blame her without real proof first. Lee stays quiet about the whole matter right now. Her silence has led to more people talking...
Angry NDC Youth Blast Sammy Gyamfi Over Agradaa Cash
NDC youth from the Bono region feel angry about Sammy Gyamfi giving cash to Nana Agradaa. They saw him hand over money to someone they call a fraud who supports their political rivals. He became head of the Ghana Gold Board just four months ago, but already spends money this way. The youth wonder why nobody speaks up against this behavior. They believe such actions hurt President Mahama and the whole party. These young people say Mr Gyamfi broke party rules about being modest and accountable. They point to parts of both the NDC rules and the national constitution that require good behavior from officials. Many of these youth remain jobless and struggle each day. They want Mr Gyamfi to say sorry to everyone right away. The group demands...
Daboya's New Queen Mother Promises to Shake Things Up
New Daboya Queen Mother Hajia Fulera Mahama thanked everyone for trusting her with this important job. She promised to serve well, even though she lives far away in Bolgatanga. Her role will focus on helping women start businesses and earn money in their communities. She plans to work with local leaders to keep peace in northern Ghana, where conflicts sometimes happen. Many people from different groups came to support her at the ceremony. Queen mothers play key roles in bringing growth to villages and towns across Ghana. They speak up for women who need help and push for better living standards. They also help settle arguments between families and tribes when problems come up. Hajia Fulera believes women leaders can make life better...
Agona West Fire Crew Forced to Ride Okadas
Firefighters at Agona West ride motorbikes to fires because their only truck broke down months ago. They must call stations from Winneba, Kasoa, Gomoa Ankamu, and Mankessim for help during emergencies. The Swedruman Council of Chiefs learned about these problems during a recent visit. The fire truck stopped working after temporary repairs made earlier with help from Minority Leader Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin failed. Management wrote to regional and national offices asking for a new engine. The second-in-command, Elizabeth Gaise, asked local organizations, churches, and individuals to assist them. She specifically requested help from Parliament members for Agona West, Gomoa Central, and Awutu-Senya West, along with their DCEs...
NPP Says Gyamfi Cash Gift Is No Big Deal
NPP Deputy Communications Director Ernest Kofi Owusu Bempah defends Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi about the money given to evangelist Agradaa. A video spread online showing Gyamfi handing cash to the former fetish priestess. Gyamfi apologized Sunday for what he called an unfortunate action. Critics from both parties demanded his suspension after the incident. Parliament members joined calls asking for him to step down. Owusu Bempah said on NET2 TV that nobody should criticize Gyamfi since he can afford whatever he gives. He claimed former NPP officials spent $50,000 on women privately without facing similar attacks. The NPP spokesman argued that $10,000 seems like an amount Gyamfi could easily afford. He stated people would have...
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