Entertainment
Ohemaa Woyeje rallies support for Kwadee
Media personality Ohemaa Woyeje has called on industry players to extend a helping hand to hiplife artist Jerry Anaabaa, popularly known as Okomfour Kwadee in his deteriorating condition.
Scores of individuals have cited neglect by industry stakeholders and listed various factors they believe were responsible for the current state of the legendary musician.
But sharing her opinion on the development, Ohemaa Woyeje has urged individuals to stop playing the blame game, emphasising that the focus should rather be on supporting the musician in this difficult time.
“Enough of all the rumours and allegations surrounding the health of Okomfour Kwadee. The only interest is to move Kwadee from his current state to a better one, so he can be better, even if he doesn’t want to sing anymore after he is healed. All the blame games won’t help. Ghanaians are fond of such things, and it is not right,” she said in a viral video.
She further pointed out that constant accusations from people could discourage potential supporters from providing medical help.
“How do you even know if the allegations you’re making are true? What some of you are doing could discourage others from stepping in to help him. And, if he dies, what do we gain? Enough of the allegations. Let’s come together and support him so he can become the Kwadee we once knew,” she added.
Kwadee, known for his significant contributions to Ghanaian music, has become a subject of concern due to the deterioration of his mental health in recent years.
Entertainment
Kafui Danku upbeat about future of creative industry
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Film Authority (GFA) and celebrated actress, Kafui Danku, has expressed confidence in the future of Ghana’s creative industry after attending the 24-Hour Economy conference at the Bank of Ghana on Tuesday in Accra.
The event, designed to boost the creative arts and tourism sectors, brought together top leaders, policymakers, and industry players to discuss how Ghana’s economy could thrive beyond the usual working hours.
Key figures at the event included the Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Dzifa Abla Gomashie, the presidential advisor on the 24-Hour Economy, Goosie Tanoh, and respected legal expert, Mrs Betty Mould-Iddrisu. Their presence showed the government’s commitment to making the creative industry more vibrant and financially rewarding.
The discussions centered on how film, music, and tourism could function around the clock, creating jobs and new opportunities for creatives.
Kafui Danku, a strong advocate for the film industry, shared her excitement about the initiative. In a social media post, she hinted at “exciting times ahead,” sparking discussions among creatives eager to see how this policy will benefit them.
Many believe this could be a turning point for Ghana’s entertainment sector, making nightlife, cinemas, music shows, and tourism activities more profitable and globally competitive.
The National Film Authority (NFA), which plays a key role in shaping the future of Ghana’s film industry, was also actively involved in the discussions.
A successful implementation of the 24-Hour Economy could mean more job opportunities, increased revenue, and a stronger international presence for Ghana’s creative sector.
As conversations continue, industry players remain optimistic about the possibilities ahead.
The hope is that with the right policies and government support, Ghana’s entertainment and tourism sectors will see massive growth, benefiting both industry professionals and the nation as a whole.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Entertainment
Voice of Pentecost holds listening party
The music ministry of the Church of Pentecost, known as Voice of Pentecost (VOP) has organised a music listening party.
The event held on Friday, March 14, in Accra brought together some influential radio, TV presenters and other industry players.
The event showcased carefully selected tracks from the Voice of Pentecost, offering these industry experts an opportunity to listen, share their insights, and provide valuable feedback.
This was made possible through a collaborative effort between Pent Media Centre and The Voice of Pentecost.
In all 17 songs were played for the key industry players to listen to, out of which they made suggestions on which ones to release ahead of the album.
Also, they made suggestions as to which ones should make the cut for the album.
Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, the General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, expressed his appreciation, adding that the church was blessed with songs for many years.
For this reason, they decided to put in place mechanisms to ensure their songs make waves throughout the country and beyond.
Against this backdrop, they brought together the industry people for their input to help carry the gospel through music.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
