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Daniel Agyin eyes Ingoma Awards
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Gospel artiste, Daniel Agyin, known widely in music circles as Goldmann has been nominated for the Best African Gospel Artiste in this year’s Independent National Gospel Music Awards ( INGOMA) would be held in Greemtone Johannesburg on August 27.
The annual awards is focused on exposing, promoting, and celebrating the works and talents of rising African gospel music artistes.
Goldmann, who has been nominated for the Best African Gospel Artiste is competing with the likes of Jean Mar T (DR Congo), Chengetai B (Zimbabwe) and Evangelist Peter from Nigeria in the category.
In an interview with The Spectator, the ‘Nyame Adom’ hitmaker said he is very excited about his nomination and added that he was also on the cover of the June 2022 edition of the official magazine for the Gospel Choice Music Awards(GCMA) XChange Awards.
“I am the first African Gospel artiste to enjoy this honour and I’m grateful to God this achievement since it will help me sustain my credibility and brand in the industry,” Goldmann added.
The ‘Ayeyi ndwom’ hitmaker explained that this year seems to be a double portion for his ministry and pleaded with fans around the world and particularly in Ghana to vote for him to win his category.
Goldman is mostly in Ghana to promote his music which has earned some awards in Ghana. Some of his songs are ‘Ayeyi ndwom’, ‘Asem’ and ‘Nyame Adom’.
In 2019 for instance, he was adjudged the Best Song Writer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year at the Ghana National Gospel Music Awards.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Nineteen57 Events announces Black Stars Legacy Awards
Nineteen57 Events has announced the launch of an event aimed at celebrating Ghanaian, African, and diaspora achievements.
The event is a prestigious platform dedicated to honouring exceptional individuals and organizations contributing to the growth and success of the Ghanaian society, the African continent, and the African diaspora.
Since its inception as part of Rhythms on the Runway in 2019 during Ghana’s historic Year of Return celebration, the Black Star Legacy Awards has recognized remarkable achievements in creative arts, culture, and beyond.
It has always been a component of ‘Rhythms On Da Runway,’ however, the organisers have decided to stage it as an independent event this year.
This shift allows for an expanded focus, honouring excellence across various fields, including business, leadership, innovation, science, and humanitarian efforts.
This bold move aligns with the awards’ mission of celebrating the spirit of achievement and innovation that defines Ghana and connects it to the broader Pan-African and global community.
While specific event details, including categories and selection criteria, are still being finalised, the Black Star Legacy Awards promises to be an unforgettable experience that highlights the very best of Ghana, Africa, and the diaspora.
Esteemed icons from Ghana, Africa and the African Diay such as Obrafour, Ricci Osei, Hon. Lisa Hanna, Reggie Rockstone, Queen Asabea Cropper, Nene Agyemang, Agya Koo Nimo, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, Morgan Heritage, Stonebwoy, and Richard Mofe Damijo have been among the honorees, setting the stage for what has become a highly anticipated annual celebration of excellence.
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Zhikay Junior launches ‘The mind shift campaign’
Ghanaian award winning gospel blogger Isaac Nartey, popularly known as Zhikay Ike Junior, and his team have launched a campaign at Sap’s School in Teshie-Nungua, located in the Ledzokuku-Krowor Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra region.
Themed ‘The mind shift campaign’, it was aimed to touch the lives of students by educating them on the use of social media and how it can impact lives.
Isaac Nartey, told The Spectator that the purpose of the campaign was to orient students in Ghana about social media and its impact.
Sharing photos from the campaign on Facebook, Zhikay also emphasised the importance of listening to children’s concerns, which include mental health, emotions, and societal acceptance.
“We must not consider children as just minors, they have genuine concerns that revolve around mental health, emotions, societal acceptance and others. We must create avenues for their voice to be heard,” He explained
The campaign included education, games, and entertainment. Some students received customized ‘Zhikay’ items as rewards for their hard work.
This initiative seems to be made a positive impact on the students.
‘The school tour will delve into the overview of social media and how it can be used to impact society positively,’ he added
Zhikay embarked on the tour with popular Ghanaian content creators such as “Freedom Official” and “Quecy Official.” Together, they created an educational and engaging atmosphere for the students.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
