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Margaret Barden plays lead role in“Leaked”audio series

Margaret Barden a Master of Ceremony and presenter, has played a lead role in  audio series  dubbed Leaked.

The audio series talks about the life story of a level 300 student called Maame in a  university called Maame, and throws light on various issues happening on the campuses .

Speaking to The Spectator, she said, playing a lead role in Leaked had thought her a lot because of the storyline and the emotions the character, Maame, required to make things seem real.

Margaret further revealed that playing the character Maame was quite challenging because “I have to cry in most part of the story and it hasn’t been easy.

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So far,it’s an audio series so every energy and feeling had to be channelled to the voice and that has been a great experience for me.”

She sees this as an opportunity to see her acting dream come to pass.

The audio series talks about the life story of a level 300 student in called Maame whose naked photo went viral and in the process of controlling the situation, she was raped, abused, and continued to fight the struggles of life.

The story was written, produced, recorded and directed by one of Ghana’s media personality, Jay Foley who has been contributing positively to the Media fraternity.

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By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

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Siisi Baidoo adjudged Best Male Vocalist at 2024 Praise Achievement Awards

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• Siisi Baidoo

 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.

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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.

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 Israel Ofori thrills fans at Rhythms of Africa

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• Israel Ofori

 One of Ghana’s budding gospel musicians, Israel Ofori, was among artistes that thrilled fans at the Rhythms of Africa event held at the Independence Square in Accra last Friday.

Themed ‘The peace edition,’ the free event aimed at promoting peace, unity and harmony ahead of the general elections today.

Minister Israel treated the audience to two of his songs, ‘Ene Wo’ and ‘Aseda’ to which the audience sang along and danced to.

Speaking to The Spectator after the event, Minister Israel said the opportunity offered him by the organisers was a great one, and was pleased to join Ghanaians and other gospel artistes to “lift the name of Jesus Christ at the Independence Square.”

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“Ghana will remain peaceful before, during and after the elections because the praises and worship of Ghanaians have gone up so the glory of God will come down,” he added.

The night featured powerful performances from other gospel artistes such as Sonnie Badu, the brain­child of the event, Empress Gifty, Ceccy Twum, ACP Kofi Sarpong, Broda Sammy and other artists.

 By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu

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