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Abrewanana crowned Miss Golden Stool 2022
• Abrewanana finally takes a test drive in her car
The Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) came alive last Sunday, November 27, 2022 during the grand finale of Miss Golden Stool 2022 contest.
Keenly contested, everyone was optimistic of driving home the brand new Hyundai Elantra, winning the ultimate prize money and taking home souvenirs from sponsors.
Sooner than later, the Master of Ceremonies (MC), mentioned a third-year student of the Institute of Business Management and Journalism (IBM&J), Abrewanana, from Mim who represented Ahafo, as the Miss Golden Stool 2022 winner.
For her prize, she took home a brand new Hyundai Elantra, GH₵7,000 and souvenirs from sponsors.
At the end, Obronii, who represented the people of Offinso Ayakaso in the Ashanti Region, occupied the first runner-up position, taking home GH₵5,000.
Osiabou, from Juaben Ati in the Ashanti Region, ended up as the second runner-up, receiving GH₵4,000 as her prize.
Speaking to The Spectator, the Queen, Abrewanana, said this would afford her the opportunity to execute her project of touching the lives of single mothers.
According to her, the aim of her project is to empower single mothers to cater for their children to positively impact the society.
She expressed appreciation to all those who voted for her to win the contest, adding that she would continue to count on them.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Group Jay & Jay, the organiser, Sally Akua Amoakowaa, congratulated all the contestants for a good show, and told the finalists that this should not be the end of the road for them.
“There are a lot of avenues the platform has given you, so make use of it rather than throw their hands in despair,” she added.
Akua Amoakowaa expressed appreciation to her team for their dedication and the sponsors for their immense contribution in making the event a success.
At the final show, the contestants exhibited their talents, culture and intelligence through the various phases of the competition.
In all, there were 15 contestants who represented Eastern, Western, Bono, Ahafo, Ashanti and Central regions; seven were evicted, with eight making it to the finals.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Redeemed Baptist Church congratulates trio
Three members of the Redeemed Baptist Church in Ogbojo – Emerita Professor Elizabeth Ardayfio-Schandorf, Mrs Florence Mangwe Hutchful and Mrs Comfort Owusu, were among 22 award recipients for their exceptional contribution to national development at the 10th Ghana Women of Excellence Awards ceremony held in Accra.
The trio were recognised for their exceptional performances in their respective field of endeavours.
Emerita Ardayfio-Schandorf is a seasoned geographer and Chairperson of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Mrs Hutchful comes in as the first President of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management, Ghana and Mrs Owusu as the Executive Director of the Association of Rural Banks (ARB) Ghana.
The awards, held on the eve of the International Women’s Day, is a component of Ghana’s observation of the Day which was under the theme ‘Empowering the Ghanaian woman for National Development.”
The clergy and congregation of the Redeemed Baptist Church says Ayekoo to the award winners.
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TGMA unveils nominees for 26th edition
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) have unveiled nominations for the 26th edition of the awards.
A ceremony to unveil the awards held last Saturday at the Grand Arena was filled with shocks, surprises, and excitement.
The ultimate category, Artiste of the Year will see, Kweku Smoke, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity, King Promise, Black Sherif, King Paluta and reigning champion, Stonebwoy.
King Paluta, King Promise and Stonebwoy
Best New Artiste of the Year, a key category for the emerging talents to make a mark will feature Lali X Lola, Arathejay, Rap Fada, Beeztrap KOTM, and Kwesi Amewugah.
Lovers of gospel music will have a tough time choosing Empress Gifty, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity, Piesie Esther, Diana Hamilton or MOG Music as the Gospel Artiste of the Year.
Medikal, Sarkodie, King Paluta, Black Sherif, Kweku Smoke, Beeztrap and Amerado will battle it out for the Best Hiplife/Hip Hop Artiste of the Year crown.
A category which would generate controversy is the Best Rap Performance with a fierce contest between Sarkodie, Okyeame Kwame, Eno Barony, Lyrical Joe, Flowking Stone and Kweku Smoke.
There are other interesting categories like Highlife Song of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song, Male and Female Vocalists of the Year among others up for grabs for the 26th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
The reigning Artiste of the Year, Stonebwoy was nominated in the same category again in addition to Album/EP of the Year – “Up and Running”, Best Reggae/Dancehall Song – “Psalm 23”, Best Music Video – “Jejereje”, Best Reggae Dancehall Artiste, International Collaboration of the Year – “Ekelebe” featuring OdumoduBlvck, “Jiggle And Whine” featuring Spice, and Most Popular Song – “Jejereje”.
This year’s edition of Ghana’s biggest music night comes off on May 3, 2025, at the Accra International
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
