Entertainment

Maiden AshantiFest held on Easter

The Ashanti Regional Minister in a pose with the CEO of NFA at Ashantifest

The AshantiFest, instituted to mark Easter in the Ashanti Region, was marked a lot of entertaining activities.

According to the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, the idea to stage a festival was conceived after a request from some youth at a clean-up exercise.

“The whole concept of the Ashanti Festival is to bring out our various sectors, showcase what we have as a region and see how best we will be able to promote inter-sectorial support for each other,” he said.

The festival, which kick-started on April 12, commenced with a clean-up exercise in all the Metropolitan, Municipal and Districts in the Ashanti Region.

A football game between sports presenters and Kumawood actors sparked excitement in the region, and a boxing night followed at the Parade Grounds of KNUST.

There was also a stage play featuring Kumawoood All Stars in ‘Kejetia vs Makola was a highlight , offering both entertainment and though provoking moments.

At the Food Fair and Bazaar held at the Kumasi Cultural Centre, a variety of indigenous Ashanti food was on display, attracting many patrons within the city.

It offered the stage for other cultures to promote their cuisine. The Ghanaian traditional fabrics and locally manufactured clothing featured prominently at the event grounds.

A Science and Technology Fair was also featured as part of the education activities.

A blood donation exercise featured alongside the health screening exercise, which was also opened to the public.

Among the celebrities that graced the occasion were The CEO of the National Film Authority ,Kafui Danku, Actress Nana Ama Mac Brown, Nana Hayford, Funny Face and Kweku Manu.

Others were Bukom Banku, Vivian Jill, Wayoosi, Oboy Siki, Oheneba Jude and Sumsum Ahuofe.

Source; Myjoyonline

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Fameye wins Highlife Artiste of the Year at TGMA25

At the just-ended Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), Ghanaian musician Fameye earned the title of Highlife Artiste of the Year.

Fameye emerging as the winner in a highly competitive category that featured some of the industry’s most celebrated names, including Kuami Eugene, Kofi Kinaata, Sista Afia, and Kwabena Kwabena.

Known for his deeply spiritual performances, Fameye is no stranger to connecting emotionally with fans. Many believe it’s this emotional depth powered by what he calls his inner spirit, ‘Peter’ that separates him from his peers.

His stagecraft, often referred to as “unapologetically unfiltered,” may divide critics, but it undeniably commands attention. Every live set by Fameye feels like a rare fusion of hope and prayer that sticks long after the music ends.

Fameye is redefining highlife music in a way only he can with ‘spirit’, substance, and unmatched stage presence.

Check out Fameye’s performance at the just ended TGMA25

Entertainment

Charman K makes strong fashion statement at TGMA26

Musician Sylvester Kwakye, widely known in showbiz circles as Chairman K, made a bold statement at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMAs 2025) with not only his commanding presence but his striking sense of fashion—heralding what appears to be a confident return to the music scene.

Clad in a sharp, dark blue tailored suit accentuated with elaborate gold embroidery along the shoulder and sleeve, Chairman K stood tall and proud against a vivid red backdrop.

The outfit, paired with a crisp white shirt, slim black tie, and a regal black traditional cap with gold designs, symbolized both cultural pride and personal reinvention. His look drew admiration, capturing the attention of many at the event for its blend of sophistication and identity.

Chairman K has been a notable figure in Ghana’s music industry since 1999. He shot to fame in 2003 with his nationwide hit “AIDS Aduro”, a song that resonated across communities for both its rhythm and message.

Over the years, he has collaborated with celebrated Ghanaian artistes such as Flowking Stone and Kwadwo Nkansah (LilWin).

However, the journey hasn’t always been smooth. Balancing academics and music proved challenging, prompting him to pause his music career to pursue higher education.

Chairman K is an alumnus of Osei Kyeretwie Senior High School (OKESS) and holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Mathematics Education.

Now, he returns to the limelight with new music, including “Wogye Wo Din” and the controversial “M3bo Wo Dua”, which sparked public debate and a fiery clash with outspoken entertainment critic Sally Mann.

Following Sally’s critique of his song recently, the musician, without equivocation, threatened to assault the critic, as he deemed the remarks as an attack on his career.

With plans to collaborate with artistes from Nigeria, Liberia, and South Africa, Chairman K’s resurgence signals not just a comeback, but a reinvention—and judging by both his style and energy, he’s back with a bang.

The 26^th Telecel Ghana Music Awards was held at the Grand Arena on Saturday, May 10, 2025.