Nigerian artist Kizz Daniel recently shared the ongoing struggle he faces with smoking addiction, despite making several attempts to break free from it. This revelation comes on the heels of a 2022 Instagram post where he expressed his sincere intention to quit smoking following the birth of his twins.
In an interaction on the X platform, a concerned fan probed Kizz Daniel about his progress in quitting smoking. The artist responded honestly, stating, “Not that easy, my bro. I’m trying.” The conversation unfolded further when another fan questioned his relationship with alcohol, wondering if he could give up drinking. Kizz Daniel’s revealing response shed light on the challenges he encounters, explaining, “No, I can’t… I can’t record sober. I love my family, but it can be boring sometimes.”
South African singer Tyla announced that she is postponing and canceling her international tour dates due to an injury. Her UK & Europe tour, which included locations such as Oslo, Stockholm, Berlin, and London, has been rescheduled. The singer’s North America tour, which included her debut Coachella performance, has been cancelled.
She uploaded a statement onto her Instagram addressed to her Tygers, the name she gives her fans, giving details about her injury.
“All of you know that this moment you have all helped me transform into a reality has been a lifelong dream. I am so grateful and humbled by this past year and the way it’s changed my life,” the Water hitmaker wrote.
“I can never thank you guys enough for all your loving support, all the joy, the laughter, and the wins!”
“For the past year, I’ve been silently suffering with an injury that has tragically worsened. I’ve seen doctors and specialists with high hopes, but the pain has only become more agonising, as has the severity of the situation,” she said.
She wanted to deal with the injury privately but felt she needed to share it with her followers. She added:
“I am absolutely heartbroken to have to say this, but as of right now, I won’t be able to proceed with the tour.
“In consulting with medical professionals, it’s become increasingly clear that continuing any festival or tour dates would jeopardise my long-term health and safety,” she added.
She expressed her frustration for the injury halting her plans at a pivotal time in her career.
“Please know that my team and I are working diligently on a spectacular show for you as soon as I am recovered and ready to return safely onstage this summer,” she reassured fans.
She shared that North American tour ticket holders will be automatically refunded, and other territories will be contacted by their ticket provider regarding options.
Earlier this year, Tyla won the inaugural Best African Performance at the Grammys for her single Water, which also peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Media personality Afia Pokuaa has passionately urged the public to respect the family of the late John Kumah. She emphasizes the need to avoid jumping to premature conclusions about his death and discouraged any attempts to exploit the situation for personal popularity. The Deputy Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Ejisu, aged 45, passed away after a short illness. Speculations about poisoning arose, influenced by a video of Captain Smart and mentions of prophecies by Prophet Nigel Gaisie.
Reacting on Facebook, Afia Pokuaa shared a photo of John Kumah, stressing the need for sensitivity and discouraging attention-seeking behavior during this challenging time. She emphasized the importance of allowing the family space to mourn and heal, criticizing those exploiting the situation for popularity or prophetic marketing.
In her own words, Afia Pokuaa stated, “
Please Ghanafuo, we should be sensitive to the family🥺 We should stop trying to gain popularity, eyeballs, and prophesy marketing with someone’s death. Some media people and close friends knew Hon Kumah was sick last year. His condition got slightly aggravated in November(See Photo) Allow the family to MOURN AND HEAL and stop these cheap attention-seeking rants and prophesy marketing. Charlie, there are children to be looked after. Ahh what is this? Do we know what his wife is going through now? Instead of focusing on our own health, we are busy ranting about someone whose race has ended.
We behave as if we know it all yet WE WILL ALL DIE in our time. Aden‼️ It’s not even one week😭🙆🏿♀️.”
Meanwhile, Accra FM has confirmed that John Kumah was indeed poisoned. The station cited this information from Dominic Danquah, the special aide to John Kumah. John Kumah, known as Lawyer John Kumah, confirmed to be poisoned per his special aide Dominic Danquah. Survived by a wife and six children, he was recognized for job creation efforts, heading NEIP and contributing significantly to youth employment. With over 17 years of leadership, he played key roles in the NPP, including founding the Young Patriots and securing funding for infrastructure and job creation projects in Ejisu.
Renowned rapper Sarkodie openly discussed his battle with anxiety surrounding his music’s global success. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit Partners and Stakeholders Mixer in Accra on Thursday, March 7, 2024, he revealed the internal pressure he experienced after his hit song gained prominence. Despite the success, his focus shifted to the challenge of maintaining and surpassing that level, leaving little room to savor the moment.
“I’m somebody that I panic before something happens so when I had my first biggest record in Ghana which was the biggest hit, instead of me enjoying the moment I was panicking because I was thinking about how to top that so naturally that’s how I am as a person,” he shared. During the summit, which focused on exploring the convergence of the Creative Industry, Policy, and Fintech, Sarkodie shed light on the importance of a structured music royalty system in Ghana, emphasizing the need to ensure fair compensation for artists. The event stands as a pioneering global initiative aimed at reshaping Africa’s economic landscape through strategic capital allocation and fostering long-term growth and development.
Rap icon Sarkodie has shed light on the challenges within Ghana’s music royalty system, emphasizing a straightforward solution. This revelation unfolded in a panel discussion at the 3i Africa Summit Partners and Stakeholders Mixer in Accra on March 7, 2024.
Sarkodie emphasized the urgency of the problem during the discussion, stating, “The royalty system has been a big issue here in Ghana but it’s something so little to do, it’s not that hard it’s just putting the system in place and just getting the money back”
The panel, which featured influential figures such as KOD, Chief Moomen, and filmmaker Juliet Asante, focused on the convergence of the Creative Industry, Policy, and Fintech.
The 3i Africa Summit itself stands as a pioneering global event, dedicated to reshaping Africa’s economic landscape through strategic and sustainable capital allocation, fostering long-term growth and development. This summit serves as a platform for insightful discussions, collaboration, and innovative solutions to drive positive change across the continent’s financial ecosystem.
Singer and songwriter Kwame Nsiah-Apau, professionally known as Okyeame Kwame, recently shed light on his collaboration with Kofi Kinaata in his latest track, ‘Sika.’ Speaking to thespectatoronline.com after the song’s release on March 4, 2024, Okyeame Kwame revealed his longstanding admiration for Kofi Kinaata’s work, expressing a desire to create a song together.
He emphasized Kinaata’s creative prowess and acknowledged him as a significant figure in the music industry.
Okyeame Kwame further highlighted Kofi Kinaata’s impressive achievements, notably winning the Songwriter of the Year award three times. He explained that Kinaata’s success motivated him to initiate a collaborative project, eager to tap into Kinaata’s unique perspective and writing skills. During the recording sessions, Okyeame Kwame praised Kinaata’s intelligence, describing him as having “common sense” and being exceptionally smart in his musical approach.
“I wanted to know what is in that head, and I called him for us to do a song together, and during the recording sessions, I realized why he is a great writer, ‘the boy get common sense period’. Very intelligent, very smart, he has learned the trick and the trade,” he said.
Known as the Rap Doctor, Okyeame Kwame emphasized the importance of collaborating with Kofi Kinaata, someone he deeply respects. Explaining the theme behind ‘Sika,’ Okyeame Kwame clarified that the song seeks to motivate listeners to pursue financial success in the future.
He said, “It is who I have become currently, most of the things I do is to seek to bring out difficult times and triumphant moments, from poverty to riches.”
Actor John Bredu Peasah, widely recognized as ‘Drogba’ from the YOLO series, is seeking financial assistance from fellow Ghanaians for his ongoing treatment.
His Instagram post reveals that he has been undergoing treatment for the past two and a half years following the diagnosis of a Demyelinating Disease. Details for contributing to his medical expenses, including his bank account information (Name: John Bredu Peasah, Bank: Access Bank, Account Number: 0535934031, Branch: Adjiriganor Branch), have been provided in the appeal posted with the aim of garnering public support.
Brittany Boateng, a 29-year-old Ghanaian residing in the US, tragically lost her life on February 23, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois, after an alleged altercation with her boyfriend. Reports suggest that Quincy, her boyfriend, became furious and pushed her into the path of an oncoming vehicle on a highway.
Quincy is in custody after being arrested by the Chicago Police, who are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding Brittany’s untimely death. A funeral to commemorate Brittany’s memory is scheduled for March 24.
The Ghanaian community, both in the US and Ghana, grieves the passing of this vibrant young woman, while unanswered questions persist about the events preceding her tragic end.
A 29-year-old US based Ghanaian lady has reportedly lost her life after allegedly being pushed into oncoming vehicle on a highway.
The sad incident occurred on 23rd February 2024 in Chicago, Illinois when Brittany and her boyfriend Quincy got into a heated altercation, leading… pic.twitter.com/9Gd5OJy9Ks
Ramsey Nouah, the Nigerian actor, openly shared that he had little knowledge about Ghanaian comic actor Lil Win before they teamed up for the movie ‘A Country Called Ghana.’ In a recent interview, Nouah revealed that Lil Win approached him for the film, prompting him to resort to Google to gather information about his co-star. Nouah, who confessed to not being a fan of comedy and expressed a preference for production and drama, discovered Lil Win’s significant presence in Ghana’s entertainment landscape through the search. “It is just that I am a bit slow on watching some of these kind of movies. I like a situation where… I’m not a comedy person. I’m not into comedy as such. I am more of very intent on production and drama and stuffs like that,” Ramsey Nouah explained. During the interview, Nouah commended Lil Win’s humility and easy-going nature, highlighting how the Ghanaian actor fostered a welcoming atmosphere for him and other Nollywood actors involved in the movie, including Charles Awurum and Awilo Sharp Sharp.
Ghanaian photographer Philip Pepsin, affectionately known as Kaptured Pixels, has sadly passed away, leaving the creative community in mourning.
Known for his outstanding contributions to photography and videography, Kaptured Pixels, has left an enduring legacy through his captivating visuals for artists such as Black Sherif, King Promise, Kofi Jamar, DJay, Joey B, and Mr Eazi.
The news of his untimely death, resulting from a fatal accident, has stirred heartfelt tributes, emphasizing the profound impact he had on visual storytelling in Ghana.
The creative space has lost a brother. Rest in peace Kaptured Pixels aka Pepsin.💔🕊️ pic.twitter.com/AQ4EsmIPKi
Brooo what is happening? 😭😭 Pepsin shot every fucking video I made at a shocking discount and basically got my career started. Oh nana what happened? Ano dey understand 🤦🏽♂️ RIP kaptured pixels. We lost a real one
Shatta Wale and King Promise, among other music stars, will perform at the opening ceremony of the 13th All African Games in Accra on March 8, 2024. This long-awaited event, taking place at the newly completed University of Ghana Stadium, assures an entertaining show with performances by Ebo Taylor, Pat Thomas, and South Africa’s Kamo Mphela.
In addition to the music festivities, the Sports Ministry has shared ticket details for the 2023 African Games, with prices ranging from GHc50 to GHc500. Taking place between March 8 and March 23, the games will showcase a variety of sports. Tickets can be effortlessly secured via the official website or by dialing 71323#. Don’t miss out on this thrilling fusion of musical and sporting excellence.
Deputy Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Kumah, has sadly passed away at the age of 45 after a brief illness.
Commonly known as Lawyer John Kumah, he leaves behind a wife and six children. Renowned for his integrity and dedication to job creation, he founded Majak Associates Ltd and Aduaprokye Chambers before assuming the role of CEO at the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP). Overseeing the training of 45,000 startups and supporting 10,000 beneficiaries during his tenure, Kumah significantly contributed to youth employment nationwide. With over 17 years of leadership, he earned recognition for his efficiency and humility while actively serving the NPP since 1992.
As the founder of the Young Patriots, a youth political activist group, and a member of the NPP’s Communication Team, he played pivotal roles within the party. Additionally, he successfully secured substantial funding for various infrastructure and job creation projects, fulfilling promises to his constituents in Ejisu.
MP for Ningo Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, popularly known as Sam George, has responded to Richard Dela Sky’s petition to the Supreme Court, questioning the legality of the anti-LGBTQ bill.
Sky contends that the bill breaches the 1992 Constitution, particularly Article 33(5), and fundamental human rights. He seeks a Supreme Court order to prevent President Akufo-Addo from signing the bill, asserting it would violate constitutional liberties. Additionally, he requests an injunction against enforcing provisions criminalizing same-sex relationships and associated advocacy efforts.
In a social media post, Sam George characterized Sky’s petition as having “a lot of fluff,” expressing a keen interest in closely following the court submissions. Additionally, he conveyed greetings from Ama Governor.
Dear @RichardDelaSky, I have seen and read your writ. A lot of fluff, but the substance is your prayer to the Supreme Court to stop @NAkufoAddo from assenting to the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2024.
In 2022, Ama Governor (Elorm Aba Ababio) encountered a rejection for bar entry, even after successfully completing exams and interviews. The General Legal Council cited a complaint that outlined her involvement in “conduct unbecoming of an applicant to be called to the bar.”
Amidst online discussions, a letter attributed to the petitioner “Hajia Siduri” emerged, gaining viral attention. The document implied Sky’s connection to the petition urging the General Legal Council to reprimand Ama Governor. Although the contact on the letter matched Richard Dela Sky’s, he refuted involvement, asserting he did not author the document.
Legal practitioner, Richard Dela Sky has formally contested the legality of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, often referred to as the anti-LGBTQ or gay bill, by submitting an application to the Supreme Court. Sky argues that the passage of the bill violates multiple articles of the 1992 Constitution, with a specific emphasis on Article 33(5) and provisions protecting fundamental human rights and freedoms.
Stressing concerns about potential constitutional breaches, Sky emphasizes that the approval of the bill contravenes various articles of the 1992 Constitution, particularly focusing on Article 33(5) and provisions dedicated to safeguarding fundamental human rights and freedoms. He questions the Speaker of Parliament’s adherence to constitutional procedures, expressing reservations about the bill’s approval and the potential financial implications outlined in Article 108(a)(ii) of the Constitution.
“The provisions of the bill raise profound concerns regarding the potential infringement of the fundamental human rights and freedoms guaranteed to every Ghanaian by the Constitution,” remarks Sky. Additionally, he contends that the Speaker of Parliament violated Article 108(a)(ii) of the Constitution, taking into consideration Article 296(a)(b) and (c), by allowing Parliament to proceed with and pass ‘The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2024,’ into law, as it imposes charges upon the Consolidated Fund or other public funds of Ghana.
In his legal filing, Richard Dela Sky seeks a Supreme Court order preventing the President from signing ‘The Human and Sexual Values Bill, 2024,’ arguing that such action would directly violate the constitutional liberties and rights of Ghanaians. Furthermore, he requests an injunction to prevent any attempts to enforce the provisions of “The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill 2024,” especially those criminalizing LGBTQ activities and their promotion, advocacy, and funding.
The bill gained parliamentary approval on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Nevertheless, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has not yet signed the bill into law, expressing his intention to await the Supreme Court’s ruling on the controversial legislation.
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) is actively undertaking measures to close down eateries operating without the required licenses. Several establishments have already been closed down in the wake of the FDA’s announcement a few weeks ago.The FDA shared images of these closures on their official Facebook page, highlighting the crucial need for the public to check for food hygiene permits before deciding to dine at these establishments.
The caption accompanying their Facebook post states, “Closure Alert! FDA begins operations on eateries shut down for not complying with FDA regulations. Check for the Food Hygiene Permit before dining out! Food Service Establishments, prioritize licensing for everyone’s safety! #FoodSafety #PermitAlert #FDAGhana2024 #fdacommunications.”
This emphasizes the FDA’s commitment to maintaining stringent food safety standards and ensuring eateries comply with necessary regulations for the public’s well-being.
