Entertainment
Lekzy DeComic, OB Amponsah making Ghana proud in South Africa
Two Ghanaian comedians, Lekzy DeComic and OB Amponsah have exported Ghana Comedy to South Africa in style, making Ghana comedy proud.
The two comedians are in South Africa through the instrumentality of Event Factory’s Nabil Alhassan.
As part of the trip to South Africa they have been performing at some comedy events in the country, and earlier graced the African Day Leadership Thought Dialogue.
During the fiirst event which was Comedy Market in Johannesburg, Lekzy gave a good account of himself, which received a standing ovation from the gathering.
Speaking to TheSpectatoronline.com, Lekzy DeComic said, he was nervous due to the geographical, cultural, and other differences.
He added that even though some of the jokes received some awesome reactions and laughter in Ghana, he was not sure how the South Africans would embrace it will.
Lekzy revealed that luckily, due to similar traces in culture, they appreciated and loved jokes and for this, he received a standing ovation at the end.
The comedian further told this portal that together with his colleague OB Amponsah, they have been booked to perform at other Comedy Market events.
Entertainment
More Creative Arts Industry players ‘storm’ Parliament
The ninth Parliament, which is set to commence January 7, 2025, will have more creative industry players than ever.
This follows their success at the December 7 presidential and parliamentary elections that saw former President John Dramani Mahama voted back to the Jubilee House.
Among them are Ebi Bright (MP-Elect, Tema Central), Baba Sadiq (MP-Elect, Okaikoi Central), A Plus (MP-Elect, Gomoa Central), Ohene Kwame Frimpong (MP-Elect, Asante-Akim North), and John Dumelo (MP-Elect, Ayawaso West Wuogon).
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They cut across sectors like music, film and financial side of the entertainment ecosystem and would be expected to bring their expertise to bear on debate to enhance the industry.
Ebi Bright is a Ghanaian actress who entered politics in 2016. She won the primaries to contest as Member of Parliament for Tema Central in the 2024 election which she won.
Baba Sadiq is the founder of the 3 Music Awards and doubles as an Entertainment analyst. He was elected as Member of Parliament for the Okaikoi Central constituency on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Kwame Asare Obeng is popularly known as A Plus. He was a hiplife musician with keen interest in politics and social issues. He came to the limelight with his ‘Freedom of Speech’ album ahead of the 2000 general election.
John Dumelo is a popular Ghanaian actor, farmer and politician, born in February 1984 to Mr and Mrs John Dumelo.
He had his basic school education at the Christ the King School in Accra and continued to the Achimota Senior High School and the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology where he read Civil Engineering.
He is a popular face on the screens, having stared in several Ghanaian and Nigerian movies.
Ohene Kwame Frimpong is an entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of Salt Media Group. He plays a key role in the entertainment industry by supporting up and coming artistes.
As ‘freshers’ in the house, they would be expected to tap into the rich experience of Ablah Dzifa Gomashie, MP for Ketu South and another ‘goddess’ on the screen
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Siisi Baidoo adjudged Best Male Vocalist at 2024 Praise Achievement Awards
Siisi Baidoo, one of Ghana’s most talented gospel artists, has been honoured with the Male Vocalist of the Year award at the just-ended prestigious Praise Achievement Awards 2024.
Over the years, Siisi Baidoo has distinguished himself with his rich music content and unrivalled vocal dexterity.
Other artistes in that category were Joe Mettle, Luigi Maclean, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Perez Musik, Kwaku Teye and others.
He has to his credit, songs such as ‘Otim Ho Daa’, ‘Fire’, ‘Jesus in My Boat’, ‘Mede W’ayeyi’, ‘Hymns of God’, among other great songs that have touched many lives with his latest being Do it Again featuring Joe Mettle.
The Praise Achievement Awards does not only celebrate established artists like Siisi Baidoo but also provides a platform to acknowledge the diverse talents contributing to the growth and vibrancy of gospel music in Ghana, from musicians and singers to producers, songwriters, and technical crew.
This year’s ceremony saw a host of other talented individuals recognised for their contributions. Nacee, Joe Mettle, Piesie Esther and other celebrated gospel artistes also received awards on the evening.
Siisi Baidoo has just released his highly anticipated new album ‘Writings on the Wall’ on Thursday, November 28, and hopes it will be a great blessing to all.
