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Ghana’s Afronita, Abigail makes Africa proud at 2024 BGT
Abigail and Afronita
Ghanaian dance duo Afronita and Abigail dazzled at this year’s 2024 Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) show after placing third in a grueling finale on Sunday.
Right from the auditioning stage, the duo had been the toast of fans with their energetic dance moves and creativity on stage, earning them a place at the finals of the global talent show.
As expected, they wowed the judges and audience with their stage craft and electrifying performance, raising high the flag of Ghana and Africa at large as they emerged among the top three out of the 10 finalists.
Singer Sydnie Christmas took the top prize while magician Jack Rhodes came second with dancers Abigail and Afronita settling for the third position.
Though many Ghanaians expected them to win, the third position was still a significant feat for the Africans on that global stage.
They had since massive plaudits from Ghanaians home and abroad for making a statement on the global platform.
The winner of the 17th series of BGT, Sydnie Christmas received a cash prize of £250,000 and the chance to perform at the Royal Variety Performance.
Though Afronita and Abigail missed out on the top prize, it was a great experience for the duo as they would ride on the exposure to attempt other global events.
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.
