Entertainment
25 heroes honoured on Kwame Nkrumah’s birthday
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The Prestigious Annual Predecessors Awards 2022, was held on Wednesday, 21 September, 2022, in an atmosphere charged with joy and gratitude at the Underbridge Events Centre, East Legon.
Various unsung heroes in Ghana and in the diaspora were acknowledged, celebrated and honoured by the Relevant Achievers Impacting Nations -Rain Foundations.
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veteran actress Rama Brew
In his address, the Founding President of Rain, Author Ralph Antwi explained to the audience that the ultimate intent of the event was to immortalise the achievements, impacts and legacies of predecessors.
Author Ralph unveiled a packed project to be undertaken by the Predecessors Awards Worldwide for all the 25 honorees. The project which is being undertaken for 12 months before the 2023 Awards include the publishing and launching of a book for each honoree, free website, one year free healthcare, celebration of their birthdays, among others.
The list of honorees included Alice Annum, Grace Nortey, Rama Brew, Dr Jane Irina Adu, Hannah Addo, Rev. Mary Ghansah, Rev. Dr. Esther Nyamekyeh, Nombulelo Constance Zwane, Regina Ohemeng Donkor and Dora Amoako.
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after receiving the honour
The rest were Justice (Rtd.) J.C. Amonoo-Monney, Elder S.K. Ampiah, Dr Emmanuel Okeson, Rev. Thomas Yawson, Rev. John Gordon Egyir-Croffet, Rev. Dr Nicholas Opuni, Apostle Bismark Akomeah, Bishop Elvis Acheampong, Bishop Joejo Dadzie, Apostle Dr Claude Halm Adjepong, Rev. Frank Bennin, Otuo Achampong, Rev. Osei Kofi, Rev. Professor Enoch Agbozo, and the Outstanding Personality of the Year, Prophet Peter Baffour Appiah-Adu.
Many dignitaries from all walks of life were present to honour the occasion. These included Apostle Dr Alfred Koduah, Rev. Dr Stephen Wengam, Rev. Dr Lawrence Tetteh, Prophet Dr Emmanuel Baidoo, Mr Sammi Awuku, Maame Afia Akoto, and many more.
Predecessors Awards Worldwide will launch their Predecessors Magazine in Johannesburg, Accra, and Virginia before the close of this year.
Entertainment
Kay9ice apologises to Shatta Wale
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Afro-highlife musician, Kay9ice, known in private life as Philip Kay Kissi has publicly apologised to award-winning dancehall musician Shatta Wale and the Shatta Movement following his controversial remarks about his song.
Kay9ice made the comments about Shatta Wale’s song on Adom TV’s Showtime programme with Sally Mann.
Kay9ice believes the comments passed did not sit well with the Shatta Movement.
Against this backdrop, in a recent interview on Wontumi TV, Kay9ice expressed regret for his statements, clarifying that he never intended to disrespect Shatta Wale.
“I would like to use this opportunity to apologise to all S.M fans, I might have made some comments which I never intended for it to sound wrong to the fans, I have no intention of disrespecting such an icon,” Kay9ice added.
Kay9ice is currently promoting his latest release dubbed “Pema”, which is making waves since the release.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Von Sinu releases debut single ‘Thank You’
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Von Sinu, an upcoming gospel musician, has released her debut single titled ‘Thank You’ which is gaining popularity on the airwaves and streaming platforms.
‘Thank you’ seeks to appreciate God for his goodness and faithfulness in her life.
In an interview with The Spectator in Accra, Von, who is also a fashion designer said “looking back at my life and what God has told me about myself, I was grateful.
She said she had to record it and later sent it to a friend who has been very instrumental in her being a gospel singer.
She said though there were other songs written and recorded, she thought it was prudent to release ‘Thank you’ as the Bible urges believers to give thanks in Psalm 92:1-2: “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name”
The song is available on all digital platforms including Youtube, Spotify, Apple music Deezer and Tidal.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu