Entertainment
Ghanaians have shown me love – Agya Koo dispels death rumour
Ghanaian ace actor, Kofi Adu, affectionately called Agya Koo in the entertainment circles has expressed his appreciation to Ghanaians for the love shown him in the last few days, after false news of his demise surfaced.
“Contrary to reports that I am dead, I want to assure my fans that I am alive and kicking, disregard those rumours,” he said.
According to him, he and his team, are on the search for those behind the false news.
Speaking to The Spectator, the actor said, “it is when they get hold of the orchestrators that they would know the rationale behind what they did and allow the appropriate authorities to deal with them.”
“We have not seen them, we are still on the look out, and when we get them, we will find out why they did that and hand them over to the appropriate authorities,” Agya Koo told this paper.
He noted that the numerous calls he received since the news broke, showed the level of love and appreciation for his contribution to national development in the field of comedy and acting.
“Pastors, soldiers, politicians and all sorts of people called me, and the excitement after hearing my voice to show I’m alive is inexplicable. I am really grateful to all well wishers, they have shown me love,” the ace actor said.
Agya Koo advised people to desist from hiding behind social media to create more fear at a time Ghana and the world are having a tough time fighting the deadly COVID-19.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Kafui Danku upbeat about future of creative industry
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Film Authority (GFA) and celebrated actress, Kafui Danku, has expressed confidence in the future of Ghana’s creative industry after attending the 24-Hour Economy conference at the Bank of Ghana on Tuesday in Accra.
The event, designed to boost the creative arts and tourism sectors, brought together top leaders, policymakers, and industry players to discuss how Ghana’s economy could thrive beyond the usual working hours.
Key figures at the event included the Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Dzifa Abla Gomashie, the presidential advisor on the 24-Hour Economy, Goosie Tanoh, and respected legal expert, Mrs Betty Mould-Iddrisu. Their presence showed the government’s commitment to making the creative industry more vibrant and financially rewarding.
The discussions centered on how film, music, and tourism could function around the clock, creating jobs and new opportunities for creatives.
Kafui Danku, a strong advocate for the film industry, shared her excitement about the initiative. In a social media post, she hinted at “exciting times ahead,” sparking discussions among creatives eager to see how this policy will benefit them.
Many believe this could be a turning point for Ghana’s entertainment sector, making nightlife, cinemas, music shows, and tourism activities more profitable and globally competitive.
The National Film Authority (NFA), which plays a key role in shaping the future of Ghana’s film industry, was also actively involved in the discussions.
A successful implementation of the 24-Hour Economy could mean more job opportunities, increased revenue, and a stronger international presence for Ghana’s creative sector.
As conversations continue, industry players remain optimistic about the possibilities ahead.
The hope is that with the right policies and government support, Ghana’s entertainment and tourism sectors will see massive growth, benefiting both industry professionals and the nation as a whole.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Entertainment
Voice of Pentecost holds listening party
The music ministry of the Church of Pentecost, known as Voice of Pentecost (VOP) has organised a music listening party.
The event held on Friday, March 14, in Accra brought together some influential radio, TV presenters and other industry players.
The event showcased carefully selected tracks from the Voice of Pentecost, offering these industry experts an opportunity to listen, share their insights, and provide valuable feedback.
This was made possible through a collaborative effort between Pent Media Centre and The Voice of Pentecost.
In all 17 songs were played for the key industry players to listen to, out of which they made suggestions on which ones to release ahead of the album.
Also, they made suggestions as to which ones should make the cut for the album.
Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, the General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, expressed his appreciation, adding that the church was blessed with songs for many years.
For this reason, they decided to put in place mechanisms to ensure their songs make waves throughout the country and beyond.
Against this backdrop, they brought together the industry people for their input to help carry the gospel through music.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
