Gh Entertainment: 01/08/14

Wednesday 8 January 2014

GHANA DJ AWARDS LAUNCH SLATED FOR JANUARY 18

Come Saturday 18 January, the nominees for the 2014 Ghana DJ Awards will be announced at a special ceremony in Accra under the theme Rhythm Nation, organizers Merqury Republic have announced.

Set to hold at Club 45, formally XL, Ghana DJ Awards main launch will officially unveil the nominees for the 2014 awards and also throw light on the main awards gala amidst performances by DJ Mic Smith, DJ Gospol, Keche, DJ Master J and Richie Mensah.

“We are thrilled to bring Ghana DJ Awards to life in such an exciting way to the music industry, DJs and fans”, says Merqury Quaye, founder of the Awards.

Generating suspense and excitement on social media, Ghana DJ Awards 2014 stems to be the first major entertainment event of the year.

With 23 award categories including a Lifetime Achievement Award and Best International DJ Of The Year, the scheme is expected to draw DJs from across the country and beyond for awards and recognition.

Last year’s event held on February 15 saw Joy FM’s DJ Black sweep three awards including the ultimate Best DJ of the Year award whilst Kwesi Kyei Darkwa and Tommy Annan Forson won honorary awards.

GHANA DJ AWARDS 2014 will be held in honor of the country’s most hardworking and dedicated Disk Jockeys who promote Ghanaian culture through music, as well as non Ghanaian DJs who promote Ghana music and skillfully play music to entertain music lovers in Ghana and other parts of the world.

This year, DJs would have the chance to vote one song as their most played in 2013 which will later be adjudged DJs’ Song Of The Year.

According to Merqury Republic, The main awards event will hold within the first quarter of 2014.

SAVE GHANA’S NATIONAL THEATRE NOW

The edifice of Ghana’s National Theatre sits on a building area of about 11,896m2 at a vantage location in the capital city, Accra with complex architectural design as well as modern interior and exterior features.

The 1,500 seating [main auditorium] capacity is the country’s sole event venue which was purposely built to discover and develop talents in theatre or performing arts.

However, my recent visits to the 1992 state-of-the-art facility have been a bitter-sweet situation; whereas smiles greet all over my face to witness some of the best concerts and art performances, I have rather been compelled to address a developing canker of national interest.

Sitting at the main auditorium of the international-standard theatre to witness a program, one may seem satisfied about the place but not when one decides to make findings into the negative changing phase of the theatre.

The year 2013 ushered to us many events in Accra which included “Becca’s Girl Talk Concert”, Uncle Ebo White’s “Festival of Plays”, the premiere of “House of Gold” movie among others, some of which I managed to attend but my most recent visit to the facility required that I inquire about some few issues concerning the maintenance of the place.

Upon arrival, the filthy fountain in front of the theatre greeted my irreproachable being once again as I passed by with load of questions boggling my mind but there were some interesting revelations in the end.

After interrogations I was made aware the theatre have employees who receive monthly salary to make sure these fountains, plumbing works and others function normally. But to my dismay, it was a completely different story all together. The pool of water at the VVIP and VIP Lounge area posed a similar story to the one in front of the theatre.

The main stage of the facility has always been grubby as the mountain of garbage heaped just at the entrance to the backstage of the theatre and other places within the facility giving room for mosquitoes and other insects to perch and operate freely anywhere.

Many patrons may not be aware the stage is a movable one because it is hardly utilized leaving room for corrosion to take place over a long period of time. The last time I saw the stage been moved from underground to the brink was when the Africa UMOJA Concert was held at the venue both in 2010 and 2011. Unfortunately, there was no information available to me as to whether this function is still in place.

It was also revealed to me that most of the control boards that could assist employees to go on their respective duties are damaged and to some extent pins are used to either switch on and switch off some equipment like movable objects and lighting systems.

If one could notice, the main air conditioner that could power the whole room has broken down making way for some portable unit and split ones to be used which still can’t contain the temperature of audience filled to capacity. The changing rooms are also as desolate as a moving van with a faulty engine; rooms are fitted with fans and air-conditioners but most of them have not been working over years.

Moreover, the National Theatre houses at least three resident companies including the National Dance Company, the National Symphony Orchestra, and the National Theatre Players but performances either within or outside the country are least heard of. Ironically, I understand the government of Ghana allocates some funds out of the national budget to a facility that seemingly paints a picture of a public establishment that is built to make no profit.

There are employees at the facility who are supposed to work tireless to maintain this beautiful structure but definitely someone is not doing the his/her work to the satisfaction of myself and many Ghanaians.

These and many other issues that need to be addressed are rather driving the affairs of the beautiful building we all boast of as a national property.

It is no surprise that the facility has loss patronage to similar venues like the Accra International Conference Centre and the Dome. I therefore entreat the government of Ghana or any appropriate body to react to this issue which is more or less ignored in order to save our National Theatre or cause the country a great deal of income and source of employment to hundreds of workers.

2013 TOP TEN SONGS IN GH

2013 year’s entertainment calendar has been filled with lots of fun and memorable moment the industry has ever produced. The industry’s players and stake holders worked tirelessly to uplift the music brand in Ghana very high.

In 2013, Ghanaians were treated with good music by various musicians, which were on constant replay by various media houses, events and various home theatres in various homes.

Musicians worked tirelessly to make their presence felt in once again in the year 2013. Their God given talents were crafted and master minded by creative producers to make instant hit for various musicians.

Some artist left a mark for this year which most people will always remember it till God knows when. Compiling this list was a bit challenging as numerous artistes were able to survive the music market.

But all the same the best has been figured out. Ladies and gentlemen we present to you 2013 top ten songs.

10. Okyeame Kwame Ft. Raquel – WOARA

The old papa I call him always has a way of winning Ghanaians with his music style. The versatile man, Okyeame Kwame with his experience in the music industry was felt with his hit song ‘Woara’. The hit song was a low tempo song which featured songstress; Raquel which caught the attention of lovers and broken hearted. Wink. The tracks massive airplay gained it the popularity as well as hitting weekly charts.

9. Sarkodie – ILLUMINATI

Sarkodie undoubtedly came out with yet another masterpiece which almost kept everyone talking; on the media, in various homes and even on the street. Well the song which sort to clear the doubts of his fan and rumors of haters claiming he was now an illuminati member made great waves this year becoming one of the most played song of the year. Sarks later came out with a great well planned video with a wonderful concept. This gained him the undisputed 9th position in this year’s top ten. If you have a problem with that ‘you better speak up.’ LOL

8. Samini ft. Wizkid – TIME BOMB

The great dancehall legend once again came out with another massive hit song which featured the young loved Nigerian artist Wizkid. The song was definitely a big bomb for 2013 it had the dancehall flavor as well as a touch of other genres blended together. This made the song versatile and loved by all kinds of music lovers. With constant hit on various weekly chat shows by various media houses made the song known to people in Ghana and beyond. A perfect blend from these two great artistes should undoubtedly fit in the 8th place in the top ten for 2013.

7. R2bees Ft. Wizkid – SLOW DOWN

It was a song from their just released album ‘The Revolution 2’. The song had two different acts pulling forces to woo the music audience in the year 2013. Ghanaian music duo, R2bees as usual were on top of their game with ‘Slow Down’ as Nigerian finest music star, Wizkid pulled his best vocal lyrics to make the song a hit. A well crafted, edited and directed video was shot to tie up the song. It was on various weekly chart shows and it sits comfortably on the 7th position.

6. O. J – MAYE SE MO PEN

After O.J being away from the music industry for a while, his presence was felt in the year 2013 with his single ‘Maye Se Mo Pen’. The song was released in early 2013 and had massive airplay throughout the year. It was the only gospel song which was played countless times on various media house and even played at various night clubs.LOL. With his natural voice, a well constructed verse was felt as he addressed social issues to help the youth stop dubious behaviors in the society. A well directed story line video was shot to make the song a complete song. I will not be surprised if he is nominated in the best gospel act category and best gospel song in this year’s Ghana Music Awards.

5. Bisa Kdei – METANFO

After his surprise appearance in the music industry, Bisa Kdei and his management team worked tirelessly to put the artiste on the global music market. In the year 2013 Bisa Kdei’s single ‘Metanfo’ which was obviously a movie sound track took Ghanaians by surprise. The song was on constant replay on various media house and was on various weekly chart shows. A captivate storyline video was shot to interpret the song to the people. It wouldn’t be a surprise if Bisa Kdei is adjudged the Best New Artiste come 2014 Ghana Music Awards.

4. Castro ft. Baby Jet & Kofi Kinaata – ODO PA

I never knew their collaboration will once again be felt in the music scene after ‘African Girls’ and ‘Do The Dance’ until i heard it been played on radio for countless times. The song ‘Odo Pa’ which featured Ghanaian international football star, Asamoah Gyan for the first time proved to Ghanaians that he is not just good on field but in music too. The owner of the song, Castro uses his full abilities as he wilds his silky voice to make the song a complete tune. Rapper Kofi Kinaata’s well crafted and creative rap was just on point as it perfectly suits the song. A well African video story line was shot to make the song a full song for 2013 and beyond.

3. Kwabena Kwabena Ft. Samini – ADULT MUSIC

Kwabena Kwabena who is noted for slow charming and loving music in this year showed his versatility as he tried his hands on a high tempo song like ‘Adult Music’. The song featured Dancehall sensation music icon, Samini who did justice to the song. What do you expect when two different talented artist with different kind of music genre wield forces together? It was one of the greatest hit songs in the year 2013.

2. Guru – ALKAYIDA

In 2013 if you wanted a song to boogie with at various events, DJ’s and event’s organizers look no further than the song ‘Alkayida’. The beat in the song was mid tempo which got our aged father’s and mother’s dancing ‘Alkayida’ (Me Papa esa Alkayida, Me maame esa Alkayida). The song topped various music charts on various media houses and gained it a comfortable number 2 spot.

1. Shatta Wale – DANCEHALL KING

Ghanaian Dancehall genre which has gradually been accepted by Ghanaians was the toast for Ghanaians as Shatta Wale stole the hearts of Ghanaians with the hit song ‘Dancehall King’. Shatta Wale better known as Bandana was among the little Dancehall artiste whose songs gained massive airplay. The song ‘Dancehall King’ which generated controversies as to who is the original dancehall king was the most requested and demanded song in the year 2013. After Shatta Wale reigning insult to organizers of Ghana Music Awards, it wouldn’t be a surprise if Shatta Wale gets nominated in 2014 GMA’s and go to the extent of winning most of the awards. But wait a minute Shatta Wale said he is going to sue Charter House if the organisers nominate him (Shatta Wale) again in an interview section. But wait a minute Shatta Wale just apologized to Charter house recently. Hmmm, let’s wait and see what happens. Dancehall king inna da whole Ghana.

YVONNE NELSON FIGHTS BLOGGER ON TWITTER

So earlier yesterday there was a publication that Yvonne Nelson will be featuring her ex boyfriend Iyanya in a new movie ‘The Ransom’.

This story according to Yvonne Nelson is false and has resulted in a fight between her and the Nigerian blogger who published that story. The two have been exchanging words on twitter for long.

According to the Nigerian blogger Linda Ikeji, Yvonne Nelson’s team sent her the story for publication but didn’t create it out of the moon. Read their tweets below:

Yvonne: Hi @lindaikeji pls be accurate with stories involving my name. Thank you

Linda: @yvonnenelsongh You and Iyanya are not set to star in a movie called The Ransom? What's inaccurate about that? It's not ur movie I hear..

Linda: @yvonnenelsongh Just found out its not actually ur movie but Elvis Chuks movie. Anything to stay in the news, right? Lol. At ur service..

Yvonne: OMG @lindaikeji you changed your previous story right?? I'm sure you feel bad about it. Get it right next time. Good you edited it.

Linda: @yvonnenelsongh no darling I didn't write something false. U and ur people sent me half-truths. When I found out the truth, I edited it.

Yvonne: The story and tries to get approval from readers. Now claim my team n myself sends stories? I don't have your phone number etc..I don't have

Yvonne: A team. I have family and crew members I work on projects with.this is really childish. The world saw your story so stop it. It's a new year

Linda: @yvonnenelsongh I'm kinda annoyed that I let you use me, but trust me, it will never happen again...you can keep talking. I'm done!

Hope this isn't one of those stunts, because with we have seen this kind of pranks before

AFRICA MOVIE ACADEMY AWARDS TO REWARD AFRICAN JOURNALISTS

The Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) has announced that it will be giving out a whopping $10,000 to some three African journalists as part its 10th anniversary celebrations next year.

This is to celebrate and encourage the continent’s journalists for their contribution towards a sustainable movie industry through the positive influence of the AMAA.

Journalists who have covered AMAA in the last nine years would be rewarded through a selection process by media professionals who would assess their past reports and reports they would write on AMAA till March 2014.

The announcement was made last week at a ceremony in Lagos to name Ghanaian actress Lydia Forson as AMAA Brand Ambassador for the 10th edition of the awards ceremony.

According to Steve Ayorinde, chairman of the Jury for the 10th anniversary edition, journalists in print, broadcast and online media will have a chance to win $5000, $3000 and $2000 respectively by submitting their best two articles or feature stories that depict the essence of AMAA and its impact on African Cinema.

“This media award is open to all journalists in Africa and we will have the first, second and third prizes, and the biggest amount goes to the journalist with the best story. So if you think you don’t have any good story in the last nine years, start writing now till March 2014,” he admonished.

RESPECT AFRICAN FILMMAKERS - LYDIA FORSON

Award-winning actress Lydia Forson has defended the crucial and priceless relevance of the annual Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAAs), saying it is a major stakeholder in raising the standards of African movies.

She has therefore called on African governments to respect and support the AMAAs in particular as well as filmmakers in general.

The actress noted that for the past nine years, the AMAAs has served as a huge a platform where African filmmakers are brought under one umbrella and has also helped improve the quality of movies from the continent.

Lydia said the award scheme has contributed to the African film industry, as it has “raised the quality of films over the past nine years. If we compare the movies made in 2006 to 2012 some of those movies would not even qualify for screening now. Through AMAA you’re forced to see what other countries are doing and you realize you probably have to step up your game. And it has created healthy competition for filmmakers.

“But most importantly it is gradually uniting African filmmakers. For years it was the only award system that brought filmmakers from across Africa,” she told NEWS-ONE in an exclusive interview.

Couple of weeks ago, Lydia Forson was named alongside other Nigerian filmmakers as brand ambassadors for the 10th anniversary celebration of the AMAAs.

She was chosen because her brand represents what the Africa Movie Academy Awards is all about; quality and projecting Africa to the world. She would among other activities represent AMAA on major platforms including international film festivals.

Lydia believes uniting the film industry with African leaders would not just inure to the benefit of film stakeholders but also all and sundry in each African country.

“I think filmmakers have the power to send messages politicians can only try to do. The power of film is that it cuts across gender, age, colour etc, so we have a far wider reach. If we want people to see Africa for what it truly is, it can only be done through film. For instance, all we know about the US is based on what Hollywood has shown us. The only reason why a little boy in the village will want to go to New York, or start dressing and speaking like an American is because of how it has been projected through film. Through movies we can increase investments, tourism etc. But none of this is achievable unless our politicians and government start to respect the power filmmakers have,” she added.

BULLHAUS ENTERTAINMENT SIGNS KOO NTAKRA

Koo Ntakra, winner of the MTN Hit-Maker season 2 would be signed on to Bullhaus Entertainment in a matter of weeks.

Bullhaus, a reputable artiste management company, is currently managing some of Ghana’s best acts including Shatta Wale, VIP, Iwan, Natural Face and upcoming act, Brainna.

Reports say there have been a couple of very fruitful meetings and negotiations between Bullhaus, MTN and producers of the Hit-Maker show, Farmhouse Productions.

Koo, by virtue of winning the Hit-Maker, is entitled to an amount of GH¢100,000 from MTN solely to record and promote an album.
Winner of Hit-Maker season 1, Naterial, had the same amount from MTN but his management has very little to show for the money.

Though Naterial has launched a 12-track album, ‘Adoley’ featuring Samini and Blakk Rasta, the promotion of the album was very poor and only one video was shot for the entire album.

Moreover, all the 12 songs on the album were singlehandedly recorded by Quick Action, who doubles as Naterial’s manager. Interestingly, they were the same songs Naterial used during the Hit-Maker competition even before he won the money.

Public complaints have been that the GH¢100,000 could have been better used in making Naterial a bigger star considering what his Nigerian counterpart, Iyanya did with his price money.

At a recent press conference, General Manager in charge of Marketing-Communication at MTN Ghana, Richard Acheampong, disclosed that though the agreement was that the GH¢100,000 would exclusively be used for the purposes of recording an album and promoting it, a decision has been taken to give Koo Ntakra 20 percent of the amount, which works to GH¢20,000 to take home, considering the fact that some money would have been spent on costumes and preparation for the contest.

Mr Acheampong explained that when Koo Ntakra’s management team, together with MTN, agree on an album and promotion plan, 50 percent of the money would then be released to be used for recording the album.
He said the final 30 percent would be released when the album is complete and promotion is about to take off, and that the same disbursement arrangement would apply for the winner of the second position.

Koo Ntakra lives in Jumapo in Koforidua with his mother and three brothers. He is the last of his siblings and completed the Kwabeng Anglican Senior High School two years ago. His mother owns a chop bar at Jumapo. It was his mother’s work that took him to school.

Koo wants to become a super star and says he is bringing pure Akwapim style to Ghana rap music.

IWAN GOES BACK TO BULLHAUS ENTERTAINMENT

Iwan is finally going back to his former label, BullHaus Entertainment, enewsgh.com can confirm. After months of backdoor negotiations and meetings, common sense has finally prevailed.

He goes back to a familiar territory that has since been joined by dancehall act Shatta Wale, VIP and NaturalFace.

“It’s possible I might be returning to BullHaus Entertainment soon because after talking about the reconciliation with Bulldog who runs BullHaus entertainment, there’s an interest to come back and work together again as a team,” he’s told this website.

“Already I have my Gideon Force and it’s possibly going to be a partnership thing. Aside that it’s a call to all the clans in dancehall to come together as one.”

“We have had a meeting and will happen any moment from now.”

And to make good his promise of building a strong synergy with his former label, he is releasing a new song “One Love (A letter to Bulldog)”, in the next few hours, to set the tone for a beautiful reunion.

“It’s a song that talks about reconciliation; it’s to clear the air and the fans minds on any clash or rivalry that was between Iwan and Bulldog, Shatta Movement, HighGrade Family, Shatta Movement Family and Mr Logic.”

Iwan also spoke on his recently held One Love End of Year Jam which saw Shatta Wale join him on a stage Iwan to loud cheers.

KWABENA KWABENA ACCUSES UK PROMOTER, GYE NYAME ENTERTAINMENT

Management of prolific high life artist Kwabena Kwabena has come out to clear their outfit and their artist concerning a story that broke about Kwabena Kwabena being sued by a UK based event organizer for fraud.

Nelson Ashong, online manager from KBKB Music in an interview revealed, “The story that broke came with details of the contract Gye Nyame Entertainment - the company in the UK and us – KBKB Music signed. And the story says they are going to sue Kwabena Kwabena instead of suing the label that signed the contract on behalf of the artist. Kwabena Kwabena has no dealings personally with Gye Nyame because he didn’t sign the contract, his label signed it and so why do you want to sue him instead of the label that signed the contract as the story suggested?”

“Concerning the artist not showing up in the UK, there was no travel arrangement done so we couldn’t fly to the UK to play the show. If the show was in Tamale and they paid the deposit and fail to secure the traveling tickets, we could afford to fly with our own money to Tamale so the necessary arrangements are done before he hits stage. But this is the UK we talking about, you need work permit visas to be able to go and play a show in the UK.

Gye Nyame failed to secure the work permit visas for the artist and his rider“.

“The whole problem is that Kwabena Kwabena went to the UK to play a show on the 13th of December and returned to Ghana to play a show he was booked for on the 14th and 17th but Gye Nyame wanted Kwabena Kwabena to stay in the UK from the 13th that he had been in the UK for another show till the 21st December which was illegal because his worked permit will have expired by then. We understand it was going to be expensive if we flew down for them to fly us back to the UK but we were obeying the laws of the UK wouldn’t overstay our welcome. So we got to Ghana and asked them to forward to us all the necessary papers so we go for the work permit visas so we can show up for the 21st show but they never sent them.”

“So Gye Nyame and KBKB Music reached another possible deal which was to make Kwabena Kwabena travel alone to the UK and they said they were going to send all the necessary documents so we work on the visa by Wednesday 18th which was prior to the Saturday 21st of December. And they said they could get everything sorted before Monday 16th December so Kwabena Kwabena flies to the UK before the Saturday and we don’t even do that but because Gye Nyame was a charity company and several industry personalities we respect had called Kwabena Kwabena personally to talk him into going for the show which was also not right in a way, but out of the respect we decided to let the artist fly alone to play the show but as Gye Nyame had promised, they couldn’t sort out the travel papers so Kwabena couldn’t fly to play the show.”

“And now Gye Nyame Entertainment is telling everyone they are suing Kwabena Kwabena for fraud. If you have a deal with an artist’s management and there is breach of contract, you go for the company that breached the contract and not the artist on the label whom you wanted for your show. It’s KBKB Music that signed the dotted lines and not Kwabena Kwabena. So why is Gye Nyame suing Kwabena Kwabena?”
“If you book an artist and you claim you had his travel arrangements sorted, it means you have his visas ready and work permit ready and why didn’t you put that one too out?”.

“Now the label has talked to Gye Nyame Entertainment and we have agreed to pay the refund of the deposit but they claim they want to claim damages for not appearing for the show as a headline artist. The show went on and the fans are not on Kwabena Kwabena’s neck for disappointing them but Gye Nyame wants KBKB Music to pay for damages when they don’t have prove to back why they deserve the damages they are claiming. They say they don’t want a refund.”

“Gye Nyame also put up the fee agreed for the contract online and we slashed the price to that extent because Gye Nyame begged behind closed doors and we understood they were a charity organization too and had to make it possible for the show to happen. We charge more than they put online but we understood Gye Nyame Entertainment had that little for the show and so considered.”

“Gye Nyame says we will hear from their lawyers and we are looking forward to that to show our lawyers to advise us.”

“We at KBKB Music want everyone to know Kwabena Kwabena takes instruction from the label and so if you have a problem or whatsoever, you talk or sue the label and not the artist.”

I AM NOT BLEACHING, I JUST USE COCOA BUTTER - YVONNE NELSON

Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson has been forced to respond to rumours that she has been bleaching her skin.

The rumours, fuelled by her ever lightening skin complexion, has been ongoing for nearly a year. But the mention of her name by a US website, Atlanta Blackstar, as one of 15 black celebrities believed to be whitening their skin, moved Miss Nelson to give a response.

In a statement released this morning, the Ghanaian actress is alleged to have claimed that though her skin complexion has lightened over the years, it has absolutely nothing to do with skin bleaching.

She said: “My present skin tone is as a result of the constant use of the famous Queen Elizabeth Cocoa Butter. About 3 years ago, I was fortunate enough to secure a deal to be the ‘Face of Queen Elizabeth Cocoa Butter’ and as part of the contract, I was given a lifetime supply of the body cream. I have therefore been using this cream exclusively for 3 years, so what you see now is the result of the goodness of Queen Elizabeth. It has simply enhanced my natural complexion rather than bleach it.”

Queen Elizabeth Cocoa Butter, which is the official moisturiser of the British monarch, after whom the product is named, is rich in akomfem oil, which is believed to have given Miss Yvonne Nelson this caramel skin colour. It also contains vitamins A, E and F, which are essential for nourishment and moisturising without leaving the skin greasy.

Apostle Safo, a brand ambassador of Queen Elizabeth Cocoa Butter, has also jumped to Miss Nelson’s defence saying, “my caramel skin complexion like that of Yvonne, is as a result of the use of Queen Elizabeth, it has absolutely nothing to do with bleaching. Hopefully people will believe us and allow this matter to be laid to rest.”

MZBEL RAPIST DEAD!

Ebenezer Obese, the 35-year-old leader of a gang that raped and robbed popular Ghanaian Musician Mzbel, has been confirmed dead.

According to a police report, the body of Obese was dumped at the Police Hospital morgue by a lady believed to be his girlfriend, after which she bolted.

Recounting the deceased’s robbery escapades to the media, the Accra Regional Police Crime Officer, Chief Superintendent Frank Adufati said Obese, on September 2006, attacked Nana Ekua Amoah aka Mzbel and her girls at their New Gbawe residence, after robbing them of various sums of money and items including two DVD players, CE and cassette player a digital video camera, an Epson Laptop, Jewelry, cloths and five mobile phones.

The deceased again led the same gang to attack a filling station in 2007, but luck eluded him when police grabbed him in the process.
The deceased was later released after spending months on remand by a High Court in 2013.

Upon his release, the suspects again formed another gang that snatched a number of cars from their owners. Some of the cars sold by the deceased were later retrieved and given back to their owners.

Until his death, Obese was declared wanted by the police for a number of car snatching cases. On Monday January 6, 2014, according to Chief Superintendent Adufati, the police had information that Obese was on admission at the Ashongman Community Clinic.

When police proceeded to the health facility, they were told the deceased had been referred to the Ridge Hospital. Later, around 5:30 pm, police again received information that the body of Obese had being brought to the Police Hospital morgue for preservation.

According to information gathered by the police, a lady who only gave her name as Agartha, after presenting the body to the mortuary attendants, asked permission to attend nature’s call but never returned.

Efforts are being made by the police to contact the family of the deceased, so they would pick up the body.

AGYA KOO GOES CASUAL

Popular actor Agya Koo appeared at the recently held Ghana Movie Awards dressed in a slim-fit T-shirt and a pair of trousers, totally disregarding the formal dress code: traditional or black tuxedo for men.

Interestingly, aside the surprise his attire drew at the event, Agya Koo was almost ignored as if he was an unknown person.

The cold reception given him was in sharp contrast to the rousing welcome given to Kwadwo ‘Lil Win’ Nkansah.

Lil Win literally became the centre of attraction at the ceremony

It was strange that Agya Koo could dress so casually, when at previous editions of the GMAs, he had dressed appropriately.

Meanwhile, Agya did not pick up an award at the ceremony.

"ABOAGYE" TELLS HIS STORY...

George Nii Armah Quaye, host of The Pundits on GH ONE, has revealed how he found his way to the top of his profession and continues to climb the ladder of success.

His is the story of a primary schoolboy who dared to venture, a curious teenager full of adventure and a young man with a burning desire for success and a determination to make the best of whatever comes his way.

Aside hosting The Pundits, The Challenge, and one entertainment or corporate event every other weekend, George works as a Senior Events Producer/Director and Head of Media, Brands and Communication for Charter House.

His popularity started rising about a decade and a half ago, when he played ‘Aboagye’ in the then hit TV comedy series, Taxi Driver. Many may not remember that when George was much younger, he actually acted in Uncle George Laing’s kids TV show, Kyekyekule.

George Quaye recently explained to Eddy Blay how he moved from Kyekyekuke to his current position:

“Everyone has dreams as a child. Mine was to be a lawyer. But when I was in primary school, something happened. The TV programme ‘Kyekyekule’ needed someone to play President Rawlings in a sketch. The guy who was playing him had the look and everything but couldn’t quite pull off the voice. So one day I was standing there watching the rehearsals and I’m not sure what came over me but I shouted that I could do it better. They asked me to try it and I nailed it, even without a script. I ended up landing the role. I think that was my calling of some sorts.

After JSS, I joined the drama club, karate club and almost every other club that was available. I soon enrolled in David Dontoh’s theatre company. Then I heard that Village Communications was auditioning for a TV show called Taxi Driver. I got the part alright but I soon realized that I was more into the behind the scenes aspect of entertainment. I scripted a full season of the show, and started to think like a director and producer. I then went to the School of Performing Arts in Legon where I pursued my Bachelor’s Degree in Film and TV. I went back to Village Communications as a producer.

In 2006 I joined Charter House as a copywriter, but soon found myself in production, working on all Charter House events, from Miss Maliaka to Ghana Music Awards. In a nutshell, that’s it!

APPRECIATION: 2013 WAS AMAZING IN MY CAREER - NADIA

Nadia Buari Says Thank You…

The year 2013 marked a memorial period in my life. It was the year of an amazing success in my career. The year when my directorial debut, "The Diary Of Imogen Brown" received the biggest premier ever in Ghana (Accra, Takoradi and Kumasi).

I couldn’t be grateful to God for anything more than His blessings in 2013.

It is impossible to forget 2013, the year when I received the honor of being the most searched Ghanaian actress. I remain indebted of gratitude to all my fans whose online reading about me made this honor a possibility.

2013 led to the discovery of the impact my fans, my family, my friends, my foes and my faith in God made on me. My fans in 2013 were simply incredible. Together in your thousands we broke all the premiering records in Ghana. I am deeply indebted to you for your love and patience.

My family is my team and my team is success. This is how my family helped to influence my success last year. Their sleepless nights have given birth to the day in which we shall all remain glad and rejoice. Thank you for how you endured the odds to ensure you even every challenge that came our way.

Through all the times, in all times and at all times my friends showed themselves friendly all the way to making success a collective possibility. To you all who was there for me, I pray God will be there for you this year.

I can’t forget how the criticisms of foes impacted my life. For while the love of my fans, family and friends warmed and cushioned me, the odium of my foes warned and cautioned me.

But during this period of different experiences in 2013, the faith I kept in God kept me, and the same faith I fought for, also fought for me to make all things work together for my good.

It will be very hard to forget 2013 because it was the year when what I believe in people made people believe in me. This was the driving force behind of my success last year – my belief.

Aside these, my personal success affiliates are my associates in business and sponsors who believed in my brand to either support me or do business with me. To you I will remain forever indebted. The days ahead will put us ahead of our competitors.

To all of you my fellow industry players, partners and producers who helped advance my talent, I remain obliged. Your input has determined the output of this Nadiamania the whole world sees. Thank you!

I also owe a lot of love and gratitude to my fans overseas whose continuous reading about me helped me become the most searched actress in Ghana. I promise to keep you reading this year with more positive weightier matters. I’m grateful!

The part social media played in my success last year cannot be overemphasized. My loyal fans on Twitter and other media networks whose love and encouragement saw me through the year, I pray God’s grace helps you run your race this year without much hurdles. Just know I love you dearly!
To you special people who watching Nadia in a movie is a delight, I wish you all, all you wish for yourself in 2014.

For buying and watching my movies all these years especially in 2013, I say you will never lack any good thing this New Year. For by you I was kept at the apex through the whole year. Thank you so much!

My friends of the press, I press on by your writings. Your input cannot be measured, but treasured as one that kept me on top. To you I say, the Spot you shed Light on, made me the SpotLight of millions. Thank you! I revere our partnership.

Once again, To my fans all over the world, I say a big thank you and Happy New Year to all of you! I love you all dearly!

Having achieved all these successes in 2013, in this 2014 we shall attempt the impossible together with God!

HAPPY NEW YEAR

XCLUSIV FOTOS: LIL WIN'S FUNNY MOMENTS AT GHANA MOVIE AWARDS

Actor Kwadwo Nkansah aka Lil Win is indeed the man of the moment as far as acting is concern.

The father of one took all the attention at the just ended Ghana Movie Awards 2013 and the crowd loved him.

Right from the moment he entered the auditorium dressed like a traditional chief with his kinsmen depicting the true Ashanti culture, Lil Win undoubtedly brought fun and added some colour to the event which started almost 12am.

He entered the auditorium at the time when actors John Dumelo and Majid Michel were on stage to present an award but they had no choice than to acknowledge the presence of Lil Win who had already taken the attention off the stage.

When Lil Win first stepped on stage to perform a Christmas song with Nikki Samonas, Omar Sherif Captan and others, the cheer from the audience was overwhelming with his dance moves and funny antics.

The Kumawood comedian and actor grabbed the award for Best Male in Supporting Role with the movie “Time Changes” and his acceptance speech was a whole comedy show. The crowd couldn't just have enough of Lil Win on the night.

Check the funny actor's moments at Ghana Movie Awards pictures below:

NANA BOROO DENIES ACCIDENT REPORT; PROMISES TO BRING $7M INVESTMENT TO GHANA

Just a day after news went viral that he was involved in a serious accident, the man at the centre of the news, Nana Boroo has refuted the reports.

There were reports that the Afro pop musician, known in real life as Nana Osei Bonsu, was involved in a motor accident that sources close him said was "serious".

In the midst of reports and allegations that the accident story could be a hoax and a publicity stunt, Nana Boroo says he is fine and does not know the source of the story.

Speaking in an interview on Airtel Entertainment News on Drive Time on Joy FM Tuesday, he said, "I think that is so false," adding that, "I woke up to that news."

According to him, his mum has been badly affected by the bad news and faulted the media for not doing due diligence by cross checking the facts before going ahead with the news.

The 'Aha Yede' hit singer disclosed that he is currently in the US "because of personal business. I am bring investors to Ghana and the investors are estate developers."

Nana Boroo stressed that he does not "need this publicity stunt," noting that, "Me bringing them (investors) alone I think that should be a publicity stunt for me because it is almost seven million dollars (US$7 million) project that we are going to establish in Ghana."

There are reports that the accident story was fabricated by the artiste to court public sympathy and to revive his career ahead of the release of his latest single and a video.

He revealed that musically, he is still working on a couple of projects but stressed that, music is just "a hobby" but one has "to love it," to be able to call it a profession.

DADDY LUMBA COMPOSES SPECIAL SONG FOR FORMER KOTOKO BOSS

Highlife legend Daddy Lumba has composed a song for his friend and former Asante Kotoko board chairman Kennedy “Cappuccino” Agyepong.

The special track, which is on Daddy Lumba's latest album, is titled ‘‘Ye Nea Woho Be Tor Wo’’- literally meaning, ‘do what pleases you’.
The song, according to the highlife legend is dedicated to the businessman for his meritorious contribution to humanity and the sports world in particular.
Lumba’s latest album is titled ‘Awosuo’.
The ‘‘Aben Wo Ha’’ man also said “very few people share their wealth like Mr Kenpong is doing, and that was what motivated me to put this piece together in his honour.

“He has done humanity a great service and that is what God expects from the rich in society. God blesses so the blessed could pass on the blessing to the needy and that is what this man is doing.

“In future, I will come out to explain the reason for composing this song in his honour. He has demonstrated true friendship and brotherliness, having walked with him for some time now. That is why I am dedicating the track (number) three to him.

Agyepong, who owns the Kenpong Group of Companies, has in recent times rallied behind sporting events like the just ended WAFU competition, President’s Cup, Happy FM Fans Awards, and Retired Black Stars Fundraising among others.

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