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Iona to perform at the Celebration of His Grace concert
Ghanaian gospel musician Bernard Amankwah has teamed up with five other anointed musicians for the 16th edition of the Celebration of His Grace concert.
This year’s edition is slated for September 24, at the National Theatre.
Supporting him on the day for an unforgettable experience is Perez Musik, Nii Soul, Michael Kesseh, Jayana and hitherto secular artiste, Iona.
Speaking at the launch of the concert on Tuesday in Accra, Bernard Amankwah said that for 16 years, God had been good to him and the team and Ghana as a whole.
He said the event was to thank God, hence the theme, ‘My Offering.’
Bernard Amankwah said the inclusion of Iona was to make a statement that God can use anyone to be a blessing to others.
“This year, I have my special sister, a very powerful, anointed woman of God, Iona. I know she will be a blessing to people this year,” he said.
The Presence hit maker further disclosed that “I have had calls, people are talking, why Iona, why not Iona? Who made you a judge in God’s Vineyard, who determines who should sing for God and who should not sing for God.”
He said the inclusion of Irene Logan some time ago was met by similar concerns, but today, she is ministering and saving lives in the United States of America.
According to him, everyone has a time when God would call them and urged Christians to desist from being judgmental.
On her part, Iona said that sometimes people made her feel unwelcome as a born-again Christian, however, Pastor Bernard Amankwah had shown love and received her well.
She expressed appreciation to all those who supported her throughout her ministry.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Prophet Atarah opens new studio, launches Atarah Praise 2025
Prophet Joseph Atarah has launched his annual event aimed at bringing believers together in an atmosphere of worship and praise.
The theme for this edition is ‘Restoration’ with the belief that patrons would be restored in the face of their challenges.
The programme will be in two parts, with the first scheduled to take place in the United Kingdom at 5pm on May 11, at Pleasant Place Church.
The Ghana edition will take place at the forecourt of Believer’s Grace Crown Ministry International, Bond Square, Adenta Barrier, at 4pm on May 25.
Prophet Atarah has paraded Piesie Esther, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Nana Yaw Asare and Mavis Asante among others for the Ghana edition.
For the UK edition, patrons will enjoy performances from Kofi Owusu Peprah, Kobby Mantey, Emmanuel Smith, and Ern Ruthy.
Speaking at the launch, Prophet Atarah said, God has been good throughout last year, and 2025 has started on a positive note.
Against this backdrop, he wants to bring believers together and, in unity, to praise God.
He said, like what happened last year, a lot of miracles will take place.
In a related development, Prophet Atarah also commissioned a new studio for rehearsals and live recordings.
This, he said, was not limited to him, but open to every musician across all genres.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Empress Gifty to thrill patrons at MTN Stands In Worship on Easter Sunday
Ghanaian gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty is set to thrill thousands at this year’s MTN Stands In Worship event.
The programme brings believers together annually to celebrate the death and resurrection of Christ.
This year’s edition, slated for the Grand Arena on Sunday, April 20, will feature Empress Gifty.
Against this backdrop, the anointed gospel musician has urged all patrons to come with a heart of worship and praise.
She is optimistic that a lot of miracles will happen through the ministration.
“Through our ministrations instant miracles will happen and you are going to have an encounter with God,” she told The Spectator.
Empress Gifty again appealed to patrons not to come alone, but with their families and friends to receive blessings.
Empress Gifty, who had a big song dubbed Watch Me, has been nominated in the Best Traditional Gospel Song of the Year and Gospel Artiste of the Year categories at this year’s 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
