Entertainment
Celebrity Lady Barber shines at Face of Africa 2023 Awards
Elizabeth Amponsah
One of Ghana’s few female barbers, Elizabeth Amponsah, who has carved a niche for herself in the ‘grooming’ industry was adjudged Barber of the Year at the 2023 Face of Africa Awards held in Accra.
Known as the Celebrity Lady Barber, she beat tough competitions from hundreds of entrants in the category to walk away with one of the topmost accolades.
The exceptional barber who has warmed the heart of many through her craft, received a citation from the organisers for her efforts.
“Warmest congratulations on your achievement! Wishing you even more success in the future. Con¬gratulations on your well-deserved success! You are an inspiration,” her citation read.
Though her profession is domi¬nated by men, the young, dynamic, hardworking and beautiful barber is looking forward to gaining global recognition as one of the best hands in the industry.
Speaking to The Spectator, Lizzy said, the awards would serve as mo¬tivation and propel her for greater recognition.
“This is my passion and pro¬fession. I approach my work with diligence and ensure that my clients are satisfied,” she stated.
“This is a testament of my hard work over the years and it would motivate me to do more to gain the recognition to inspire others,” she stated.
She advised other females to go all out to pursue any career of their choice without fear especially those assumed to be male dominated fields.
“Women can do anything if they put their minds to it. I would like to urge all women to work hard in any field they find themselves as they could excel in any profession,” she stressed.
By Michael D. Abayateye
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.
