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Samini promotes road safety at MTN Carols Night

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Samini, the live music maestro and evergreen reggae-dancehall performer, who said he had just recovered from a bout of malaria, admonished Ghanaians to sustain the fight against malaria and also observe road safety measures during the yuletide.

This was when he hit the stage and took over the microphone to dish out some great tunes to the audience at the MTN Carols Night held at the Grand Arena in Accra on Friday, December 10. 

In a message, which was delivered in the form of a song, Samini urged Ghanaians not to drink and drive in order to avoid accidents during the Christmas festivities. He  cautioned the people to protect themselves against malaria.

After the message, he did “his own thing” with some of his popular songs in a rub-a-dub style. He increased the tempo in the arena when he ‘dropped’ his popular energetic song, “Where my baby dey” and left the audience yearning for more.

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Stonebwoy and Kuami Eugene who were also on the bill took turns to dole out some thrilling performances to the audiences at the venue as well as those who patronised the show on MTN digital platforms.

Soul and highlife singer, Abiana opened the three-hour sizzling show, clad in a gleaming dark green puffy-sleeved long dress, sporting a cropped hairdo that gave her a smart look that complemented her energetic performance.

With a Christmas song, “Mary did you know?” a Ga love song and a couple of other tunes, Abiana touched the audience in an exciting way that earned her some applause at the end of her performance.

MTN Hitmaker Season 9 winner, Adepa Zela was the next artiste on the stage. Looking sharp in her brown sleeveless top and off-white skirt, perfected with sneakers, commonly known as ‘camboo’,  hit the audience with some popular Christmas songs – “Joy to the World” and “Pa Ram Pa Pam Pam”. She topped off her performance with some Akan songs, “Te3 Abofo 3nne” and “Nyame ye,” which she did with a touch of rap.

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The MTN Viva Voices Choir followed with a number of Carols in English and Akan. Members of the choir entertained the audience with choreographed dance moves as the conductor stole the show with his unique dance steps and conducting style.

The musical side of the show got heated up when the leader of the BHIM Nation, Stonebwoy a.k.a 1 GAD stormed the stage in a sharp black suit over a white shirt, sporting dreadlocks with the sides shaved. Song after song, he got the audience up on their feet as he got down from the stage and joined them on the floor to sing, dance and take selfies with his fans.

The last performer among the galaxy of stars on the bill, Kuami Eugene, stepped on stage in an all-white apparel and switched the show into a praise and worship session with a back-to-back medley of well-known gospel songs. He ended his performance with a couple of hits from his repertoire.

The ‘Lessons’ for the night were read by AJ Sarpong of Citi TV, Wisdom Ndukwe, Vice President of the University of Ghana Students Representative Council (SRC), Mrs. Mercy Tagoe Quarcoo, Coach of the Black Queens and Dr. Emmanuel Nii Armah Tackie, CEO of D2E Limited.

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Others were Stonebwoy, Ms. Olivia Quartey, Deputy Director General for Managerial Operations, National Communications Authority (NCA), comedian, Clemento Suarez, and Barbara Kayi, Manager, Trade, Marketing, Sales and Distribution Division, MTN Ghana.

The CEO, Mr. Selorm Adadevoh in a short address said 2021 was  be  a year of reckoning, coming off the back of 2020, which challenged “all of us in different ways”. “The event is to celebrate and also say thank you to Ghanaians for your support through the years”.

According to the CEO, 2021 was  special because it marked 25 years of MTN operations in Ghana and the event was also meant to thank God for His blessings.

MTN has, in the last few weeks, held a number of musical events to mark its 25th anniversary. The shows included the MTN Hitmaker All Stars Concert, which featured Kuami Eugene, KiDi and a host of past winners of the popular music talent hunt show, Hitmaker.

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 Oncemore Six to headline Symphonic Gospel Meets Orchestra 2024

• Oncemore Six

 Symphonic Music Ghana is set for the 4th edition of the Symphonic Gospel Meets Orchestra concert, scheduled for December 22 at The Palms Convention Centre in Accra.

This year’s event will feature renowned South African gospel artiste Oncemore Six as the main performer.

The singer is known for his powerful worship songs like “Here on our knees” and “Ohlonishwayo”.

‘Oncemore Six’ has inspired audiences across Africa with his heartfelt music.

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Joining him on stage will be a lineup of talented gos­pel musicians, including Grace Charles, Shadrach Kwesi Mensah, Efe Grace, Charnté Eseyin, Lordina The Soprano, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Luigi Maclean, Enuonyam, and more. This diverse group of artistes promises to deliver a memo­rable evening of worship and praise.

The concert aims to blend contemporary gospel music with classical orchestral elements, creating a unique and uplifting experience for all attendees. As a live recording event, it offers the audience an opportunity to be part of a significant moment in Ghana’s gospel music scene.

The tickets are still available for purchase.

You can’t miss this opportunity to experience a night of pow­erful worship and musical excellence. Mark your calendars for tomorrow and join at The Palms Conven­tion Center for an unforgettable evening.

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 By Linda Abrefi Wadie

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 2024 Eastern Music Awards: Daasebreba Kwame crowned Artiste of the Year

• Daasebre Kwame in suit recieving the award

Rising music sensation Daasebreba Kwame has been crowned Artiste of the Year at the 2024 Eastern Music Awards held at the Koforidua Cultural Centre.

The Eastern Music Awards, currently in its fifth year, promotes and recognises remarkable artistes thriving in the region and throughout Ghana in a variety of cate­gories.

The night featured thrilling performanc­es by nominees and past winners, high­lighting the Eastern Region’s rich musical tradition.

Daasebreba Kwame, who is signed to the Yaco International record label, has had a successful year, winning the prestigious Artiste of the Year award, as well as High­life Song of the Year at this year’s Eastern Music Awards.

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Daasebreba Kwame’s Artiste of the Year prize package included a performance at the 2025 African Music Week in Canada.

In his acceptance speech, Daasebreba Kwame expressed gratitude to his fans for their unwavering support and dedicated this award to all aspiring musi­cians in Ghana.

He emphasised the impor­tance of staying true to one’s musical roots while embracing innovation in music, and this was received by massive applause from attendees at the auditori­um.

This accolade is a significant milestone in the career of Daasebreba Kwame, who is known for his unique blend of traditional Ghanaian sounds with contemporary music styles, which has captivated audiences both locally and internationally.

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Winning this award not only highlights Daasebreba Kwame’s individual talent but also underscores the growing recognition of Eastern Region artistes within Ghana’s broader music industry.

Daasebreba Kwame’s victory at the Eastern Music Awards marks a significant achievement not just for him but for all ar­tistes striving for excellence in their craft.

As he continues to inspire others through his music and dedication to cultur­al heritage, it is clear that he will remain a prominent figure in Ghana’s evolving music landscape.

This year’s event saw an increase in nominations across various genres, reflect­ing a diverse range of musical expressions emerging from the region.

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