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Buddy Doubara Agedah makes history with Ghana Dance Merit Award
Nigeria’s Buddy Doubara Agedah has made history as the first and only non-Ghanaian, to receive the prestigious Ghana Dance Merit Award for Afro-Latin Dance Development in West Africa (2025), an accolade awarded purely on merit.
This remarkable achievement not only recognizes his exceptional contributions to Afro-Latin dance but also solidifies his legacy as a cultural pioneer and ambassador of dance excellence.
This event, the second Ghana Dance Industry (GHADI) Awards, took place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the National Theatre.
A Trailblazer in Dance and Cultural Exchange
Buddy’s influence transcends borders. As the Founder and Director of Dance & Art Alive and the West Africa Afro-Latin Dance Festival, he has redefined social dance culture, creating platforms that celebrate creativity, cultural exchange, and unity.
His vision has empowered young talents to pursue their dreams and showcased the richness of Afro-Latin dance on a global stage.
Mentorship and Shaping the Future of Dance
Buddy’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of dancers is unparalleled. By creating opportunities for emerging talents, he has paved the way for many to build successful careers.
His international cultural exchange initiatives have connected dancers from Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Benin Republic, and beyond. Many of his mentees are now influential figures in the industry, a testament to his role as a visionary mentor.
From Judge to Cultural Icon
Buddy’s integrity and expertise earned him roles as a dance judge on top platforms like the Maltina Family Dance All reality TV show, Society for the Performing Arts in Nigeria Salsa championships, and other international competitions, including a prestigious event in Ivory Coast.
His guidance and evaluations have inspired excellence, shaping the careers of countless dancers.
Advocacy Through Dance
Buddy is more than a dancer; he’s a social advocate. By integrating health awareness campaigns, including breast cancer screenings, into major dance events, he has redefined the purpose of art as a tool for social change.
His creative approach has saved lives and inspired communities.
A Legacy of Excellence and Inspiration
With a career spanning over two decades, Buddy’s journey from Dance & Art Alive to international acclaim is a testament to his passion, creativity, and purpose.
He continues to inspire through his innovative approach, cultural diplomacy, and commitment to social advocacy.
Entertainment
Foto Copy tackles realities of friendship in new song
Ghana’s decorated young musician, Foto Copy, known in private life as Kallai Nana Qwaachi has tackled the realities of friendship in his new song.
The song tackles issues of conflict, loyalty, reward, ingratitude and betrayal of trust in friendship.
According to him, the song produced by DDT and dubbed “Friends Today, Enemies Tomorrow”, preaches a message that goes to address some realities of life.
He revealed that many best friends some time ago have become bitter enemies now due to similar issues they failed to address.
The musician noted that people have gone all out for others and ensured their friends succeeded, but unfortunately, they paid them back with evil.
Speaking to thespectatoronline.com, Foto Copy said, these things have made people regret going all out for their friends.
He is of the view that when society becomes embittered by the negative actions of their friends, it becomes difficult for others to get help in difficult situations.
Against this backdrop, he felt the need to address this in his new song.
The song is available on all digital music stores
Stream the song below
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Taste 68@68: Okyeame Kwame wins Celebrity Jollof Competition with Vegan recipe
Multiple award-winning Ghanaian musician and activist, Okyeame Kwame, known in private life as Kwame Nsia-Apau has been adjudged winner of the ‘Taste 68 @68’ Celebrity Jollof Competition.
The ‘Taste 68 @68’ Celebrity Jollof Competition was an event organised by the Ghana Tourism Authority(GTA) as part of activities to mark the country’s Heritage Month recently.
The event held at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park brought together industry players among others.
Okyeame Kwame competed with Mr.Beautiful, Uncle Ato, Victoria Lebene and Joyce Blessing.
The Rap Dacta called his food, the Vegan Jollof funnily some of the spectators claimed his Jollof could ‘lower global warming’ due to the ingredients used.
He used mushrooms, bell peppers, tomatoes, rice, oil and other vegetables.
The protein source was seitan which is made from wheat gluten.
Ultimately, he overcame other culinary skills from his competitors for the ultimate crown.
Okyeame Kwame expressed his appreciation to everyone who tasted it and urged Ghanaians to consider it as part of their delicacies, adding that it is healthier.
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GTA Mr.Gilbert Aggrey, affectionately called Abeiku Santana said Okyeame Kwame won the competition not because he is famous and likeable.
According to him, Okyeame understood gastronomy tourism and techniques in culinary artistry, a strength he leveraged against his competitors.
He added that “if you look at the presentation of his meals he used cucumber to garnish his food by creating a design with his initials, OK, Okyeame Kwame. In gastronomy tourism, there should be a story and motivation behind the food that you have prepared.”
Abeiku Santana further noted that Okyeame Kwame’s presentation was outstanding considering how he linked food to climate change and the symbiotic relationship between humans and animals.
He congratulated him for emerging as the winner of the competition.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
