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Patrons thrilled at Praise Bonney’s C&D live recording
Praise Bonney in a worship mood
Gospel music lovers that thronged the House of Faith Ministries in Kumasi On Sunday, September 24, for the live gospel music recording at Closer and Deeper (C&D) Experience were thrilled to an unforgettable night of worship and adoration.
They enjoyed spirit-filled ministrations from gospel ministers from the host, Antwi Bonney with stage name, Praise Bonney as well as other performers including Pastor Alfred
Owusu Sekyere, Yaw Boadu Junior, Pastor Sammie Obeng- Poku, Pastor Isaiah Fosu Kwakye, Reverend Mrs Theresa Nyamekye and the music group Reminant Choir.
Patrons were in awe as the presence of God was strongly felt during the ministrations from all artistes who were slated for the live recording.
Praise Bonney recorded his new songs, yet to be unboxed.
On stage, he invited his colleagues Yaw Boadu and Sunyani-based gospel singer Joachim Nyame-Eshun to feature on two of his songs.
The students of Asanteman Senior High School also showed up in their numbers to support the artiste Praise Bonney.
Consequently, the purpose for the show was fulfilled as many souls were won on the night.
In her sermon, Reverend Mrs Esther Nyamekye shared a deep heartfelt message on salvation and followed by an alter call.
Praise Bonney said he was overwhelmed by the number of people that showed up to join him celebrate the savior Jesus Christ.
Praise Bonney told The Spectator that, growing up in the Lord, he realised that the pivotal point of his life in Christ was centred on a strong passion for lost souls and drawing many to the fountain of life, which is Jesus Christ.
“My ministry and songs are inspired by how Christ left all His glory in Heaven just to die this shameful death in my place. I really acknowledge the Holy Spirit who makes it easy and possible for us to access the presence of God at a click”, he said.
By Sampson Kofi Agyekum
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Redeemed Baptist Church congratulates trio
Three members of the Redeemed Baptist Church in Ogbojo – Emerita Professor Elizabeth Ardayfio-Schandorf, Mrs Florence Mangwe Hutchful and Mrs Comfort Owusu, were among 22 award recipients for their exceptional contribution to national development at the 10th Ghana Women of Excellence Awards ceremony held in Accra.
The trio were recognised for their exceptional performances in their respective field of endeavours.
Emerita Ardayfio-Schandorf is a seasoned geographer and Chairperson of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Mrs Hutchful comes in as the first President of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management, Ghana and Mrs Owusu as the Executive Director of the Association of Rural Banks (ARB) Ghana.
The awards, held on the eve of the International Women’s Day, is a component of Ghana’s observation of the Day which was under the theme ‘Empowering the Ghanaian woman for National Development.”
The clergy and congregation of the Redeemed Baptist Church says Ayekoo to the award winners.
Entertainment
TGMA unveils nominees for 26th edition
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) have unveiled nominations for the 26th edition of the awards.
A ceremony to unveil the awards held last Saturday at the Grand Arena was filled with shocks, surprises, and excitement.
The ultimate category, Artiste of the Year will see, Kweku Smoke, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity, King Promise, Black Sherif, King Paluta and reigning champion, Stonebwoy.
King Paluta, King Promise and Stonebwoy
Best New Artiste of the Year, a key category for the emerging talents to make a mark will feature Lali X Lola, Arathejay, Rap Fada, Beeztrap KOTM, and Kwesi Amewugah.
Lovers of gospel music will have a tough time choosing Empress Gifty, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity, Piesie Esther, Diana Hamilton or MOG Music as the Gospel Artiste of the Year.
Medikal, Sarkodie, King Paluta, Black Sherif, Kweku Smoke, Beeztrap and Amerado will battle it out for the Best Hiplife/Hip Hop Artiste of the Year crown.
A category which would generate controversy is the Best Rap Performance with a fierce contest between Sarkodie, Okyeame Kwame, Eno Barony, Lyrical Joe, Flowking Stone and Kweku Smoke.
There are other interesting categories like Highlife Song of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song, Male and Female Vocalists of the Year among others up for grabs for the 26th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
The reigning Artiste of the Year, Stonebwoy was nominated in the same category again in addition to Album/EP of the Year – “Up and Running”, Best Reggae/Dancehall Song – “Psalm 23”, Best Music Video – “Jejereje”, Best Reggae Dancehall Artiste, International Collaboration of the Year – “Ekelebe” featuring OdumoduBlvck, “Jiggle And Whine” featuring Spice, and Most Popular Song – “Jejereje”.
This year’s edition of Ghana’s biggest music night comes off on May 3, 2025, at the Accra International
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
