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GMA-USA @5 launched
Mr. Boafo
Organisers of Ghana Music Awards-USA (GMA-USA) have launched the 5th anniversary edition of the event in Ghana.
The launch which took place in Accra last Friday was attended by musicians and some industry players.
The unveiling officially commenced activities for the fifth anniversary which would be followed with the GMA-USA @5 Nominees Announcement/Anniversary Dinner on April 20, 2024 in the United States of America (USA).
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the scheme, Dennis Boafo expressed his appreciation to the various stakeholders for continuous support since the inception of the programme five years ago.
He said that even though they have encountered numerous challenges, the event has kept growing in leaps and bounds with the tremendous support from key industry stakeholders.
Mr. Boafo noted that the performing artistes for this edition would be announced later adding that the scheme is the only entertainment event which is rotated in the USA.
He said the event has been held in New York, Ohio, Virginia and New Jersey within the five years to ensure that Ghanaians living in every part of the USA experience the awards scheme.
Mr.Boafo revealed that nomination certificates initiated at the early stages of the scheme would be reintroduced and together with the team ensure every winner receives his or her plaque.
According the brain behind the event, there would be an exhibition for sponsors and other stakeholders to showcase their products ahead of the main event.
Touching on the reason for the ‘Music Can’t Stop Playing’ theme, Mr.Boafo revealed that it is aimed at ensuring that 100 percent of Ghanaian music is played throughout the event.
As part of the fifth anniversary celebration, there has been a tweak to the original logo of GMA-USA to properly represent Ghana and America connection.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
AfroGee and Kofi Kinaata team up on ‘Adom Bi’ to encourage youth
In a bid to uplift disheartened youth, singer cum rapper AfroGee has partnered with award-winning musician Kofi Kinaata on a new inspirational single, ‘Adom Bi.’
Drawing from his personal struggles, AfroGee shares in the song how God’s grace transformed his life when all other efforts failed.
“I’ve tried everything—education, hustling on the streets, and other means—but God’s grace came through in ways I never imagined,” he reflects in the lyrics, attributing his success entirely to divine intervention.
Kofi Kinaata adds his own testimony to complete the song: “I used to be overlooked and faced countless setbacks. Now, what God has done is beyond words—I need help expressing my gratitude. Today, bank alerts are flowing, and Jah never fails.”
AfroGee explained that the song was born from a deep desire to encourage the youth who may feel stuck or hopeless. “Having experienced that sense of despair myself, I knew I had to use my story to inspire others,” he shared.
He also emphasized the importance of collaborating with Kofi Kinaata, saying, “Who better to join me than Kinaata? We’re childhood friends from Effiakuma, and I know his story and talent would make this song truly impactful.”
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Entertainment
Daughters of Glorious Jesus, Dr Amoani honoured at 2024 Majestic Praise
It was a night of massive praise and worship as hundreds of people gathered at the Perez Dome at Dzorwulu to celebrate and honour gospel legends doing exploits in the Christian space last Sunday.
Dubbed ‘Peace Mission: Be at peace with all men’, the event assembled the crème de la crème of Men of God such as Apostle Dr Amoani, former Chairman of the Christ Apostolic Church International ( CACI), Bishop Dr Godwin Aaron Monnyo, Elder Dr Emmanuel Kwesi Mireku and Rev. Samuel Agyei as host.
Major awardees at this year’s event were Apostle Dr Amoani and the legendary gospel music trio, Daughters of Glorious Jesus for their harmonious vocals and inspiring lyrics.
Apostle Dr Amoani, upon receiving the award appreciated the organisers for the honour given to him.
Daughters of Glorious Jesus expressed their gratitude to the organisers and dedicated the award to God, their husbands, families and everyone supporting them.
The honourees received plaques from the organisers.
The 2024 edition of the Majestic Praise featured a long list of acts from the gospel music industry who entertained guests at the event.
Popular among them were the Daughters of Glorious Jesus, Ceccy Twum, Nana Asaase the poet, Emmanuel Akimi, Abigail Adepa, Becky Bonney, Doreen Okyere and Vivian.
The evening also witnessed the launch of a book titled ‘The Legends: Inspiring stories of Ghanaian gospel generals.’
Organisers of the event – Majestic Praise and Honouring of Gospel Legend indicated that the programme will remain an annual event dedicated to recognising and honouring living gospel legends
