Entertainment
I’m aspiring to be a role model – Bboy Lyricx
A Dance Athlete, Promoter and Creative Director, Nana Tuffour Okai, known in showiz as Bboy Lyricx, has reiteracted his resolve to be a positive role model to young talents from the streets.
According to him, he was discovered from the streets but had been able to turn thrings around for himself, for this reason, he would want to inspire up and coming dancers as well as other talents.
Speaking to The Spectator, he said as the Founder of Africa Breaking Academy and award winning dancer he has put in place measures to help shape young talents to achieve their dreams.
“I consider the physical and intellectual aspect of each child and it has always been my goal to help them to become the best they want to be,” he said.
He added that it was also his vision to build a modern dance studio to provide an empowering space for dancers with similar interest to connect and learn.
“I grew up in a society where obstacle and challenges were daily
adventures but through sacrifice and perseverance, I spared no effort to become the change I needed for a better life, now seeking to help others to achieve the same,” he said.
Bboy Lyricx over the years has organised and instructed at many Dance Workshops and served as an Ambassador for Afrobreak Movement , Generation Hiphop Ghana, Bboy/ Bgirl Africa BBA , Ghana Breaking Federation and UDance Art International U.S.A.
Bboy Lyricx has performed on stages and featured in music videos with musicians including Sarkodie, Guru, Sena Dagadu, Ak Songstress among others.
He established the Africa Breaking Academy a Non-for-profit organisation empowering and promoting Break Dance by organizing free dance workshop and dance events as a tool of edutainment to promote Hip Hop elements and Dancesport in his country, Ghana, and other African countries including Benin and Nigeria.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Lordina ‘The Soprano’ to premiere final episode of ‘THE SUMMONS’ Season 2
Ghanaian gospel artiste, Lordina The Soprano, known for her powerful choral and contemporary gospel music, has launched the final episode of THE SUMMONS Season 2 over the weekend.
‘THE SUMMONS’, created by Eunice Productions, boasts of episodes crafted to touch hearts and remind people of their purpose in life.
With uplifting songs and messages from the Bible, the programme aims to inspire all individuals, including those who may feel down, lonely, or lost, offering them a sense of peace and spiritual upliftment.
Gospel singers Luigi Maclean and Efe Grace performed on the day, bringing their unique musical gifts to bear on the audience.
Additionally, Dr Michael Boadi Nyamekye, Lead Pastor of The Maker’s House, shared the Word of God, bringing a message that’s sure to resonate with viewers.
THE SUMMONS was first premiered on July 31, 2021, and since then, it has grown to become a beloved programme for many Christians. Each episode has inspired and reminded viewers of their faith, offering both comfort and motivation in their spiritual journeys.
The final episode was premiered on Lordina The Soprano’s YouTube channel over
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Entertainment
Date announced for 2024 Adoration and Prophetic Prayer Conference
Elder Sampson Kofi Wiredu
This year’s Adoration and Prophetic Prayer Conference (APP 2024) has been slated for the Oforikrom Assembly of The Apostolic Church of Ghana in Kumasi on November 20- 22.
This year’s edition of APP, a musical show and a prayer conference, is themed ‘Breaking Chains,’ referencing Acts 16:26, where God’s power caused an earthquake to break chains and freed prisoners.
The host, Elder Sampson Kofi Wiredu told The Spectator Agoro that attendees can look forward to inspiring music and worship led by anointed ministers like Elder Mireku, Sandy Asare, and Elder Patrick Amoako.
He called on all Apostolic Church members and everyone who loves God to join them to have an encounter with God’s power.
“God is going to work in a divine move that will bring healing, deliverance, and restoration to many lives.”
He explained that through music, people will receive breakthroughs, miracles, and life-changing experiences through God’s intervention.
Under the leadership of Senior Minister, Pastor Isaac K. Hughes, the conference will start each evening.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie