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My first single had good response – Rita Queen
Gospel artiste Rita Nkansah, known in the gospel music scene as Rita Queen has expressed much satisfaction to God and her cherished fans including the general public for the acceptance of her entering into the music industry.
According to the ‘He Reigns’ hitmaker her first single, released months ago, was received with much love and acceptance by all.
Rita Queen indicated that, she was shocked with regard to the high level of love shown to her since her first single was released.
“My first single was actually received with much love; I was overwhelmed by the acceptance of the general public. I was a bit skeptical from the outset but prayed over it and the outcome has been great. He Reigns went far, it was all over the Nigeria music industry.
“What even shocked me more was the challenge; it was serious with the response from Nigeria. Even after the challenge for over a month, I was still receiving video recording of people participating. I was marvelled but I see all to be the work of God and the sleepless night of my team. They’ve been amazing,” she indicated.
Rita Queen, an entrepreneur, has landed herself in the gospel music scene with the aim of promoting and preaching the word of God to the masses.
The ‘He Reigns’ singer said although the job of an entrepreneur was time consuming, she was still committed to dedicating more time to her music in line with her mission of preaching the word of God.
“I am about releasing another one soon title ‘Holy Name’. I would urge all to follow me on all social media handles, RIATQUEEN both facebook, Instagram, and Youtube for more updates on the date of release among other things. I am not stopping with regard to the release of songs would be doing more so my fans should expect more” she added.
Born Rita Nkansah, she hails from Akim-Oda in the Eastern Region of Ghana but lives in the United States.
She attended Hecta Preparatory School at Akim-Oda through to Akim Swedru Secondary school. After secondary school, she went to Oda Community Nursing Training School and moved to the States in 2010.
Rita Queen nurtured her talent in the church long before joining the music industry and her goal is “to preach the salvation of Christ”.
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Prophet Atarah opens new studio, launches Atarah Praise 2025
Prophet Joseph Atarah has launched his annual event aimed at bringing believers together in an atmosphere of worship and praise.
The theme for this edition is ‘Restoration’ with the belief that patrons would be restored in the face of their challenges.
The programme will be in two parts, with the first scheduled to take place in the United Kingdom at 5pm on May 11, at Pleasant Place Church.
The Ghana edition will take place at the forecourt of Believer’s Grace Crown Ministry International, Bond Square, Adenta Barrier, at 4pm on May 25.
Prophet Atarah has paraded Piesie Esther, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Nana Yaw Asare and Mavis Asante among others for the Ghana edition.
For the UK edition, patrons will enjoy performances from Kofi Owusu Peprah, Kobby Mantey, Emmanuel Smith, and Ern Ruthy.
Speaking at the launch, Prophet Atarah said, God has been good throughout last year, and 2025 has started on a positive note.
Against this backdrop, he wants to bring believers together and, in unity, to praise God.
He said, like what happened last year, a lot of miracles will take place.
In a related development, Prophet Atarah also commissioned a new studio for rehearsals and live recordings.
This, he said, was not limited to him, but open to every musician across all genres.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Empress Gifty to thrill patrons at MTN Stands In Worship on Easter Sunday
Ghanaian gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty is set to thrill thousands at this year’s MTN Stands In Worship event.
The programme brings believers together annually to celebrate the death and resurrection of Christ.
This year’s edition, slated for the Grand Arena on Sunday, April 20, will feature Empress Gifty.
Against this backdrop, the anointed gospel musician has urged all patrons to come with a heart of worship and praise.
She is optimistic that a lot of miracles will happen through the ministration.
“Through our ministrations instant miracles will happen and you are going to have an encounter with God,” she told The Spectator.
Empress Gifty again appealed to patrons not to come alone, but with their families and friends to receive blessings.
Empress Gifty, who had a big song dubbed Watch Me, has been nominated in the Best Traditional Gospel Song of the Year and Gospel Artiste of the Year categories at this year’s 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
