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2023 EMY Africa Awards: Full list of winners

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2023 EMY Africa Awards: Full list of winners

The winners of the 8th edition of the Exclusive Men of The Year (EMY Africa) Awards have been announced.

The ceremony was held on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Centre.

The night was full of glitz as winners and participants from Ghana and Nigeria appeared on the red carpet in their best and beautiful outfits and delivered powerful speeches after receiving their awards.

Known to be one of the prestigious awards held, many Ghanaian celebrities, including musicians, footballers, actresses, businessmen, and women came together to celebrate well-deserving awardees.

Among the 2023 EMY Africa awards winners of the 8th year edition from Ghana are Ghanaian footballer Mohammed Kudus, media personality Berla Mundi, actor Bill Asamoah, broadcast journalist Erastus Asare Donkor and singer Black Sherif.

Below is the list of winners at the 2023 EMY Africa Awards

  • Man of the Year – Music – Black Sherif
  • Actor of the Year – Bill Asamoah
  • Creative and Support Arts Award – Ibrahim Mahama
  • Young Achiever (Female) Award – Berla Mundi
  • Man of the Year – Sports – Mohammed Kudus
  • Continental Icon Award – Asamoah Gyan

PAV Ansah Communicator Award

Erastus Asare Donkor

  • Man of the Year – Mr Alex Apau Dadey
  • Man of the Year – Business Magnate Award – Dr James Orleans-Lindsay
  • Special Recognition Award For Being The Foremost Cultural Ambassador Between Ghana And Nigeria – Chief Dele Momodu
  • Special Recognition Award As An Authority In Branding And A Leading Advocate For A Brand-Led African Renaissance – Thebeetsile Kgosi Ikalafeng
  • Young Achiever (Male) – Mr Eazi
  • Settler Award – Rayan Sharara (Orca Deco)
  • Brand of the Year – Zeepay Ghana Limited
  • Youth Change Maker Award – Hamza Haki El Kharroubi
  • Man of Style Award – Nana Sarfo (Savile Row)
  • Green Corporate Star Award – The Good Roll Africa
  • Group of the Year – Lions Club International
  • Woman of the Year Award – Beatrice Agyemang
  • Media Excellence Award – Tajuddeen Adepetu
  • Designer of the Year – Jay Ray Ghartey
  • Man of Courage Award – Cobhams Asuquo
  • Lifetime Achievement Award – Ablade Glover
  • Guardian Award – Fred Swaniker
  • Humanitarian Award – Kavuma Dauda (Founder, Ghetto Kids)
  • Man of the Year – Technology Award – Olugbenga Agboola
  • Asclepian Award (Health) – Dr. Abdulai Fadilu Rahman
  • Discovery of the Year Award – Mohammed Kudus

The EMY Africa Awards is held annually to honor personalities who have demonstrated good values, distinguished themselves in their diverse fields of endeavor, and are committed to societal progress.

Joyce Blessing reveals what she did to Kuami Eugene when they met in the studio for the “Victory” song

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Joyce Blessing reveals what she did to Kuami Eugene when they met in the studio for the “Victory” song

Popularly Ghanaian gospel musician Joyce Blessing has opened up about how she expressed appreciation to Ghanaian singer and songwriter Kuami Eugene for writing her new song, ‘Victory’.

Joyce Blessing claims that as a way of saying thank you to Kuami Eugene, she hugged him for 30 minutes when she met him in his studio and heard the song.

Speaking on UTV’s United Showbiz on Saturday, Joyce Blessings narrated that she was startled at how much effort Kuami Eugene had put into writing the song.

She also added that there are other artistes who write songs for their colleagues and take money yet Kuami Eugene took nothing from her; neither for writing nor for the direction of the music video.

“When I got there and listened to the song, in fact, I began to cry because the song touched my heart and I hugged him for 30 minutes. I was so impressed with what he did because I know it’s not easy for an artist to write a song for another colleague artist and so I felt really grateful how he even gave me the song without taking revenue and other things,” she said.

Video: Davido and Chioma step out with their newborn twins

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Video: Davido and Chioma step out with their newborn twins

Nigerian singer Davido and his wife, Chioma Avril Rowland have finally confirmed reports on Friday, October 13, of welcoming twins in the United States, as the couple were captured in a video leaving a hospital with a set of twins with all smiles while carrying the babies.

We previously reported that the Nigerian singer, Davido, welcomed twins in the United States.

Several notable Nigerian celebrities have congratulated the singer. However, Davido had not released an official statement confirming or debunking the news until now.

A few days later, a video that has generated reactions online shows the singer and his wife holding the twins in their hands.

Fans of the singer have also taken to the comment section of the post to express their opinions about the news.

Watch video below

South African High Commission announces visa-free access to South Africa for Ghanaians

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South African High Commission announces visa-free access to South Africa for Ghanaians

Ghanaians with ‘ordinary’ passports will be able to visit South Africa for up to 90 days each year without the need for a visa, which commences on November 1, 2023,

This agreement follows South Africa’s 2018 announcement to establish visa waiver agreements with various countries, including Ghana.

The South African High Commission in Ghana confirmed the implementation of the visa exemption, simplifying travel for ordinary passport holders. This move is expected to boost tourism, business, and cultural exchanges between the two nations, fostering stronger ties and cooperation. It marks a significant step in enhancing diplomatic relations between South Africa and Ghana, promising more accessible and flexible travel opportunities.

See the statement below.

Taylor Swift targeted to make $4.1 billion from Eras tour

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Taylor Swift targeted to make $4.1 billion from Eras tour

American pop singer, Taylor Swift is projected to rake in $4.1 billion from her popular “Eras” tour.

This means that Taylor now owns the most lucrative concert tour in U.S. history and will also not be lining just her pockets, but also boosting the American economy.

Taylor’s multi-billion dollar windfall is an estimate from Peter Cohan, who teaches MBA students at Babson College in Massachusetts. He says he crunched the numbers for The Washington Post, and came out with some astounding figures.

Taylor’s estimated cut would be larger than the yearly economic output of 42 countries, and a $4.1 billion profit is also enough to send every American a little more than $17.

Taylor will be making most of her money from ticket sales and her highly-coveted merch, while hotels in cities where the “Eras” tour stops will be adding $208 million to their coffers, and that’s only counting the actual night of the concerts. Realistically, most fans stay at least one extra day.

The economic impact of the “Eras” tour is huge too. For instance, her 6 shows at SoFi Stadium in L.A. injected $320 million into the county’s economy, while her Denver shows resulted in a $140 million boost and her Kansas City and Cincinnati stops brought in $48 million to each of those cities.

The singer is already sharing her wealth. She recently gave out over $50 million in total bonuses to her concert crew, and gave every truck driver hauling her tour equipment around the country an extra $100k.

She might also earn more from her ‘Eras Tour’ concert movie which has a huge demand in theaters, with the movie presale eclipsing $100 million worldwide.

Corruption fight: Let’s search homes of all ministers – Martin Kpebu

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Corruption fight: Let’s search homes of all ministers – Martin Kpebu

Private Legal Practitioner, Martin Kpebu has called for the homes of all ministers and government appointees to be searched as part of the fight against corruption.

Speaking on the case of former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah on the Big Issue on Citi FM on Saturday, the outspoken lawyer said searching the homes of government officials would send a strong message that the government is serious about fighting corruption.

“Let’s search the officers at the Jubilee House, let’s search the Ministers, let’s search them…the monies are in their homes. If we don’t do this we are not fighting corruption. If we don’t search all the ministers forget it we are just playing.”

Martin Kpebu’s call comes after the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) found $590,000 and GH¢2.7 million in cash during a search of the home of the former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Dapaah. The money is suspected to be tainted property.

The OSP has commenced investigations into the matter, and Cecilia Dapaah has been charged with money laundering and other corruption-related offences.

Mr Kpebu defended his call, saying it is necessary to send a strong message that the government is serious about fighting corruption.

“Let’s search them all of them,” Mr Kpebu said, “But we are men and we need to fight like men otherwise let’s forget about the corruption fight.”

Rebbel Ashes takes center stage: Hosting comedian Dr. Likee and his team in Belgium

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Rebbel Ashes takes center stage: Hosting comedian Dr. Likee and his team in Belgium

Rebbel Ashes, the celebrated Ghanaian artist based in Belgium, is currently making waves in the entertainment world as he hosts a group of renowned Ghanaian comedians during their ongoing Europe tourpea. Rebbel Ashes is a household name in both the European and African showbiz industry, having earned recognition and a devoted fan base over the years. In this article, we will delve into Rebbel Ashes’ journey in the entertainment industry, his recent musical successes, and the remarkable event of him bringing Ghanaian comedic talents to several European countries during their ongoing tour.

Rebbel Ashes has become a rising star in the global entertainment scene, bridging the gap between Europe and Africa. Born in Ghana and based in Belgium, he has carved out a niche for himself in the music industry. With a career that continues to flourish, Rebbel has released four successful songs in just this year alone, showcasing his musical talent and versatility. His most recent track, “Obolobo,” has become a street anthem, winning the hearts of music enthusiasts on both continents.

Comedy in Ghana’s showbiz industry has seen tremendous growth in recent years, thanks to the hard work and creativity of comedians like Dr. Likee (known for his popular character Akabenezer), Kyekyeku, Louisa Adinkrah, Ofa Shifo, 39/40, Ama Tundra, and actor Papa Kumasi. These comedic talents have taken the entertainment world by storm with their hilarious skits and full-length movies, capturing the hearts of many with their humor and wit.

As part of their tour, they will be entertaining audiences in various European countries, including Holland, Belgium, Germany, and Paris.

Rebbel Ashes’ passion for promoting Ghanaian talent abroad has culminated in the unforgettable ongoing Europe tour, where he is hosting a group of these comedy superstars in several European nations. This collaboration is a showcase of talents, uniting the music and comedy worlds for an incredible journey through Europe. The tour features rib-cracking performances, side-splitting jokes, and Rebbel Ashes’ electrifying music, creating an atmosphere of joy and laughter that transcends national boundaries.

Rebbel Ashes continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry, bridging the gap between Europe and Africa through his music and collaborations with talented artists and comedians. The ongoing Europe tour, where he hosts renowned Ghanaian comedians, exemplifies his commitment to promoting and celebrating Ghanaian talent on a global stage. As Rebbel Ashes’ star continues to rise, he serves as an inspiring example of how music and comedy can bring people from different nations together in the name of entertainment and laughter, all while on this exciting European journey.

Singer Abbla Unique shares enchanting new single ‘MINE’

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Singer Abbla Unique shares enchanting new single ‘MINE’

Abbla Unique stands out as a vocalist with a captivating voice and a mesmerizing style in the dynamic world of music, where musicians aspire to leave an unforgettable mark on the hearts of their listeners. The soul-stirring tune “MINE,” the latest addition to her repertoire, promises to be a pearl in her crown of musical successes.

She continues to demonstrate her ability to flawlessly blend numerous genres and create a sound that is entirely hers with each release. “MINE” is no exception, demonstrating her ability to convey a wide spectrum of emotions through her voice and enthralling listeners.

The song “MINE” transports the listener through the complexity of love and relationships. The lyrics go deeply into the complexities of human connection, delving into subjects such as passion, longing, and the magnetic pull that bonds two souls together. The emotional delivery of Abbla Unique adds an extra depth of realism to the story, making it a relevant and heartfelt experience for anybody who has ever been affected by the universal language of love.

Aside from Abbla Unique’s captivating vocals, “MINE” is distinguished by its flawless production and orchestration. The musical composition enhances the literary substance, resulting in a harmonious union that improves the whole listening experience. The instrumentation, which ranges from heartfelt piano melodies to lush orchestral sounds, gives depth and complexity to the song, demonstrating Abbla’s dedication to creating a well-rounded musical masterpiece.

Listen to “Mine” HERE!

I won’t ‘fool’ again to campaign for NPP in 2024 – Samini

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I won’t ‘fool’ again to campaign for NPP in 2024 – Samini

Multiple award-winning Ghanaian Reggae-Dancehall icon Andrew Samini popularly known as Samini has disclosed that he is not going to be a “fool” again to campaign for the ruling New Patriotic Party(NPP) in 2024 as he did in the 20020 election.

Ghana goes to polls on December 7, 2024, and some celebrities have started debating on the party they are going to endorse, campaign, or vote for in the upcoming elections.

Samini has stated that he is not going to repeat what he did in 2020 when he threw his support behind President Nana Addo.

According to Samini in a recent interview, the main reason why he campaigned for President Nana Addo was because he believed in the ideologies and wanted Nana Addo to fulfil the manifesto of his party.

“My Own” crooner added that this motivated him and his colleagues to campaign for the NPP ahead of the 2020 General elections.

“Things like free SHS, one district one dam (1D1D), one district one factory (1D1F) for the farmers. I was more interested about the factories because I come from the North and the numbers we have over there if you have factories that can employ people,” he said.

He said that not enough effort has been made into the music industry compared to what was promised to him during the 2020 campaign when asked if he would continue to campaign for the NPP in 2024.

Shatta Wale hot as alleged baby mama drags him to court for neglecting their child

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Shatta Wale hot as alleged baby mama drags him to court for neglecting their child

Multiple award-winning Ghanaian dancehall star, Shatta Wale, has found himself in legal trouble after his UK-based baby mama dragged him to court for allegedly neglecting his fatherhood duties.

The case stems from an alleged encounter Shatta Wale, real name Charles Nii Armarh Jnr had with a UK-based Ghanaian woman, resulting in a pregnancy.

Reportedly, in February 2022, the “On God” hit crooner allegedly invited the woman to his home, where they engaged in unprotected intercourse. Approximately nine months later, the woman gave birth, which she claims is Shatta Wale’s child.

However, Shatta Wale has purportedly refused to acknowledge or provide for the child, largely due to his new relationship with Maali, who allegedly comes from a rich and respectable home and although they might be willing to overlook some of Shatta Wale’s distasteful behaviour in the showbiz, they would not look too kindly on him impregnating girls left and right.

The baby mama, unhappy with Shatta Wale’s actions, decided to take legal action against him to ensure he fulfilled his responsibilities as a father.

The video below has more details…

She Gave Birth To Twins Before Getting To the Hospital. Good Samaritan Who Saw Her By Roadside Reveals

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She Gave Birth To Twins Before Getting To the Hospital. Good Samaritan Who Saw Her By Roadside Reveals

A Good Samaritan reveals how seeing a pregnant woman in distress along the roadside gave birth to twins in his car.

On my way to work this morning, I saw a pregnant woman standing by the road side, from the look on her face, she was in severe pain, ( labour pain ) .

She must have spent some time at the junction waiting for a taxi, but it seemed no taxi was willing to carry her in such a condition.

while she was in pain, some other women were comforting her, and the gathering of people caught my attention.

I drove past them, on a second thought, I reversed and offer to give her a lift to the hospital.

Why driving her to the hospital, she was restless, shouting and uncomfortable.

Honestly, I was dead scared. what will I tell people if anything goes wrong.

Her shouting became intense, before you could say madam, take it easy, She has given birth to a boy RIGHT IN MY CAR and she kept saying it’s remaining another one.

At this point, I don’t know if I should park or proceed to the hospital. But I was Dead. 😨😭

I had to muscle up all my safety training and first aid training to continue the journey, we arrived at the hospital safely, the nurses were very Swift in attending to her.

To the glory of God, within few minutes, she gave birth to the second boy.

The twins and the mother are doing very fine.

But me, am still in shock and dismay.

Each time I remembered how I drove , I just couldn’t hold back the tears that rush down from my eyes.

Thank you , Almighty God for using me for this woman and her twins babies.

Tupac Shakur was her ‘soulmate’ – Jada Pinkett Smith reveals

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Tupac Shakur was her ‘soulmate’ – Jada Pinkett Smith reveals

Jada Pinkett Smith is diving deeper into her past relationships after revealing that she and her husband Will Smith have been living “completely separate lives” since 2016, Pinkett Smith talked to RollingOut about her friendship with the late rapper Tupac Shakur.

Pinkett Smith was asked about Shakur, who died after being gunned down in 1996, being her “soulmate.” She agreed that they had a strong connection.

“If there is such a thing as past lives, I definitely think that Pac and I have travelled a few together,” she said of Shakur, whom she became friends with as a teen when they were both living in Baltimore, Maryland.

As for any type of romantic connection, she said that “wasn’t possible” because “there was no chemistry between us,”

When the interviewer insisted that their chemistry was apparent to others, Pinkett Smith pushed back.

“It’s that friendship love chemistry,” she said.

“It was almost like God made us that way,” Pinkett Smith continued. “It was like, look, I’m going to put y’all together, right? Y’all are going to be a dynamic duo. But I’m going to tell you right now, I’m going to make it so y’all are not going to be able to get together ‘cause that just wasn’t the purpose.”

Pinkett Smith has been doing press for her forthcoming memoir “Worth,” releasing October 17. She writes about her relationship with Shakur in the book.

In a new clip from “Jada’s Story – An NBC News Special,” Pinkett Smith returns to the 2022 Oscars. She said she was surprised by her husband slapping and yelling at Chris Rock to “Keep my wife’s name out of your f***ing mouth!”

Rock had made a joke about Pinkett Smith, who suffers from alopecia hair loss.

“First of all, I’m really shocked, because mind you, I’m not there,” Pinkett Smith told Hoda Kotb during the special. “We haven’t called each other husband and wife in a long time.”

The full NBC special airs Friday at 8 p.m. ET.

Source: CNN

Wizkid opens up about the pain of losing his mother

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Wizkid opens up about the pain of losing his mother

Nigerian Afrobeats star, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun famously known as Wizkid, has finally opened up about the pain he is going throught in his life after losing his beloved mother.

He described this loss as the most profound and deepest pain he has ever endured in his life.

“The pain is profound. It hurts deeply. The deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life,” Wizkid said at his mother’s wake-keep ceremony on Thursday.

Wizkid’s mother, Jane Dolapo Balogun, died on August 18 in London. She was a formidable cornerstone of strength for her son and lent unwavering backing to his meteoric rise in the industry.

Wizkid’s first public appearance since his mother’s death came on Wednesday when he attended a candlelight procession in her honour.

In 2014, Wizkid dedicated the song “Mummy Mi” to his mother on his album “Ayo.” In the song, he sings about all the joy she gave him, and promises to spoil her with the finest things in life.

Alan Cash snubs Akufo-Addo at Theresa Kufuor’s one-week

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Alan Cash snubs Akufo-Addo at Theresa Kufuor’s one-week

Former Trade and Industry Minister, Alan Kyeremanten and President Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo snubbed each other during the one-week observation of the late ex-First Lady Theresa Kufour.

The 2024 Presidential hopeful for the newly formed independent party ‘Movement for Change’ and the President of Ghana failed to acknowledge the presence of each other at the funeral ceremony which took place at the Peduase Lodge in the Eastern region, on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.

The shocking moment was observed by Angel TV journalist, Nana Yaa Brefo who after speaking to the failed NPP presidential candidate, who resigned from the party said “President Akufo-Addo and Alan Kyeremanten are both leaving Theresa Kufuor’s one-week observation ceremony without exchanging pleasantries.”

Although the unexpected gestures of these prominent political figures remain unknown some observers have been swift to attribute the snub to the recent decision of Mr Kyeremanten to break away from the NPP and form his Movement for Change ahead of the 2024 elections.

Interestingly, there was a beautiful moment when Vice President, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia and Mr. Kyerematen hugged and exchanged pleasantries.

Accompanied by his wife Samira Bawumia, the Vice President beaming with smiles shook hands with Alan before both patted each other on the back.

The statesmen were part of sympathisers that gathered at the Peduase residence of the ex-President to mourn the death of the late first lady.

Gambian woman remanded over alleged murder of Kikibites CEO after Police present findings on his death to court

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Gambian woman remanded over alleged murder of Kikibites CEO after Police present findings on his death to court

The Madina District court has remanded 31-year-old Mam Yandey Joof to police custody, for the alleged murder of Bennette Agyekum Adomah, the Chief Executive Officer of Kikibees Restaurant and Lounge located at East Legon.

The 40-year-old man was alleged to have been murdered in the house of Joof, who is a hotelier and was Adomah’s girlfriend until the incident.

The plea by Mam Yandeh Joof was not taken by the court.

How it happened

Narrating the facts of the case to court, Inspector, Jameson Awumey said, the deceased (Agyekum Adomah) and the suspect (Mam Yandey Joof) were in an amorous relationship for the past three years.

About three months ago, the deceased travelled abroad and returned to Ghana on the evening of October 7, 2023, and went to his residence at East Legon from the Airport around 6.00 pm.

He continued that the deceased took some rest and later in the night around 8.00 pm, left the house to the Kikibees Restaurant and Lounge at East Legon.

At about 12.30 am on October 8, 2023, the deceased left the Kikibees restaurant to visit the suspect in her apartment at Ogbojo.

Later in the night at about 1.30 am the deceased suddenly became hyper and started behaving strangely and throwing things in the room while shouting that some people were chasing him.

The other tenants in the house were awoken by the noise.

The suspect rang the close friend of the deceased and informed him to come to her apartment to assist her but the friend came and found the deceased lying in a pool of blood in the kitchen throwing his hands about.

Inspector Awumey said the tenants in the house assisted them and took him to DEL Hospital at East Legon but he was pronounced dead shortly upon arrival.

The death was reported to the Police and the body was conveyed to the Police hospital mortuary for preservation and autopsy.

During an inspection at the scene, pieces of broken ceramic glass with blood stains were found in the apartment.

The body was inspected and a cut was found on the left thumb of the deceased investigation is ongoing.

But the lawyer for the suspect, Muniru Kassim told the court his client is innocent and at the right time they will prove to court and the general public that she did not commit murder.

He said they would head to the High Court for bail for his client.

The court presided over by Mrs. Susana Nyakotey adjourned the case to October 27.

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