A number of Ghanaian celebrities have descended on popular Twitter influencer Firestick for comments made about their performance in light of the recent success of the O2 Arena concert by Nigerian singer Asake. The concert has reignited the age-old discussion on the level of success between Nigerian artistes and Ghanaian …
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‘Pathetic hypocrite!’ – OB Amponsah slams pundit for asking Efya to undergo a public drug test
Popular Ghanaian comedian, OB Amponsah, has ‘pooh-poohed’ Vida Adutwumwaa’s idea of asking Efya to undergo a public drug test to challenge the rumours around her. Earlier in an interview with United Showbiz, Vida asked Efya to either sue people labeling her as a drug addict or undergo a public drug test to clarify all …
Read More »Paul Okoye speaks on dumping girlfriend, Ivy Ifeoma for ex-wife
Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy has reacted to allegations of him reconciling with his ex-wife, Anita, and dumping his girlfriend, Ivy Ifeoma. This comes after the singer and Anita were spotted together at his Afronation music concert rehearsal, sharing beautiful moments together. Videos of their hangout have gone viral …
Read More »Sleeping pills can be dangerous- Pharmacist warns
Mr. Stephen Ohene Sabi, Head of Pharmacy at Pleasant Medical Centre in Ashaiman, Middle East, has warned the public against abusing sleeping pills. He said one of the key problems concerning sleeping medications was their frequent use because all sleeping drugs are central nervous system depressants that slow down brain …
Read More »Why Stonebwoy couldn’t perform at AfroNation in Detroit
Ghanaian Dancehall artist Stonebwoy has shed light on the reasons for his absence at the AfroNation event scheduled for Detroit in the USA on Sunday, August 20, 2023. In a post on Twitter, the BET Award winner revealed that “there was an unexpected change in his set time.” According to him, the …
Read More »Youth urged to be gainfully employed before entering into marriage
Young people have been encouraged to pursue higher education and gain employment before entering into marriage as the marital journey require regular financial assistance from both spouses. Felicity Mawuli Adobea, the Girl-child Education Officer, Ningo-Prampram District, said when only one person provided that support, many difficulties occurred. “There is a …
Read More »Diamond Appiah rearrested after AG drops charge against her
Businesswoman, Diamond Appiah has been rearrested moments after the Circuit Court in Accra had discharged her in an alleged fraudulent land transaction. The Office of the Attorney in a process signed by Mrs Evelyn Keelson, a Chief State Attorney, dropped the charge against her. But moments after she stepped out …
Read More »Sista Afia drops new introspective love single ‘Shine Your Eye’
Ghanaian songstress Sista Afia has released a scintillating and heartwarming love song titled “Shine Your Eye”. Sista Afia has in recent weeks sparked conversations over her social media post, which suggested that she was done with Ghanaian men. The cryptic message left many wondering about Sista Afia’s post, but her …
Read More »Health professionals hide breast lumps, refuse treatment options – Research
A research conducted in 2022 has revealed that health professionals in the country hide huge breast lumps and refuse various treatment options, especially chemotherapy, and mastectomy. The research, titled: “Knowledge, Attitude and Breast Cancer Screening Practices among Female Nurses in a Tertiary Hospital in Ghana”, said 60 per cent of nurses admitted …
Read More »‘Ghana Naija afrobeat war’ erupts, celebrities vent on social media
Another heated argument has erupted between Ghana and Nigerian stakeholders following Asake’s successful concert at the O2 Arena. The Nigerian singer sold out the 20,000-seater capacity O2 Arena in London, making him the latest African artiste to achieve this feat, after the likes of Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy. The …
Read More »How I met Pawpaw – Aki gives details
Veteran Nollywood actor, Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki has narrated how he first met his colleague and dynamic half, Osita Iheme, also known as Pawpaw. Speaking in an interview with Nigerian media personality Chude Jideonwo, he said he knew that they both had chemistry right from when they first …
Read More »MOE targets 25 per cent science enrolment in 2023 CSSPS
The Education Ministry (MOE) is actively working to increase the number of students pursuing science-related courses in Senior High Schools (SHS) across the country. To achieve this goal, the Free Senior High School Secretariat is leading an initiative known as ‘Operation Double Science Enrolment’ to educate and sensitize the public …
Read More »2023 Chale Wote street arts festival takes off
Style, fashion, processession and uplifting works of art will converge at one location as the much-anticipated Chale Wote Street Art Festival takes off in Accra today, August 21. Patrons are looking forward to what will be another exciting edition of the week-long celebration, which begins with an all-white processession Monday …
Read More »I miss my daddy, John Mahama – Mzbel
Ghanaian musician cum entrepreneur, Mzbel, has mentioned that she has missed the former president of Ghana and the NDC presidential candidate, John Dramani Mahama. The musician, describing the former head of state as her father, stated that it had been a while since she heard from or met with John Mahama, stating …
Read More »Agradaa’s jogging outfit stirs reactions online
There have been mixed reactions on social media, especially on Instagram, about an outfit Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Agradaa, wore to a morning workout session. In a viral video, the self-acclaimed Evangelist was captured wearing a pair of pink ‘bum shorts’ and a sleeveless top while jogging on …
Read More »Why I hid my wife and children from social media – Aki details
Veteran Nollywood actor, Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki, has revealed why he hides his family from social media. He disclosed this in a recent interview with popular media personality, Chude Jideonwo. According to the 45-year-old, he made the decision to keep his family private so that they could enjoy …
Read More »Sue defamers or undergo a drug test – Efya told
Entertainment pundit, Vida Adutwumwaa, has challenged Ghanaian singer and songwriter, Efya, and her management to take legal action against individuals falsely accusing the singer of being a drug addict. Efya has, over the years, been accused of abusing hard drugs. The artiste has in several interviews registered her displeasure about the happenings …
Read More »Ghana Health Service loses 525 skilled personnel in a year – DG
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has lost 525 of its skilled personnel and professionals to brain drain within the last 12 months, the Director-General, Dr Patrick Kuma Aboagye, has revealed. To this end, he said the service had put in place a number of measures to mitigate the impact of …
Read More »‘A one-night stand, DNA test, child-neglect’ – All about Amakye Dede’s ‘fight’ with an alleged mistress
Amakye Dede’s alleged mistress, Georgina Darko, has opened up on the neglect and pain she had since encountered after discovering she was pregnant with the musician’s son. This comes on the back of their supposed son, who stormed social media throwing attacks at the veteran musician for abandoning him all …
Read More »Eat Drink Music Festival Is Raising Ghc 200,000 To Support 5 Ghanaian Entrepreneurs
The Eat Drink Music (EDM) Festival is making efforts to raise at least Ghc 200,000 to support five entrepreneurs and NGO’s in Ghana. The fundraising is being done through the EDM Festival’s “To The Top” campaign, an initiative that seeks to empower dreams, fuel the …
Read More »Veteran actress Jayne Buckman Owoo dies at 49
The entertainment industry has suffered a great loss with the death of veteran actress, Jayne Buckman Owoo. According to nkonkonsah.com, Jayne Owoo, who was also a journalist, passed away on the morning of Friday, August 18, after a short illness. The sad incident happened barely a month before her 50th …
Read More »Ghana’s democracy: Are we still on course? : Dr Lawrence writes
The answer to the above question is YES until 2017, when Ghanaians elected Nana Akufo-Addo and the NPP to office. The President, Nana Akufo-Addo, was sold to us in 2016 as a democrat and a human rights lawyer. Unfortunately, after seven years in office, everything he has done has …
Read More »‘I walked away from your constant cheating, alcohol and financial abuse’ – Reggie Zippy’s wife spills
The ex-wife of Reggie Zippy, Edith Ward, has stormed social media with a barrage of accusations following the musician’s announcement of their divorce. In Edith’s post, she has asked Reggie to desist from projecting her as the villain, adding that he was rather the one who destroyed their union. A …
Read More »Reggie Zippy and his wife divorced after 15 years of marriage
After 15 years of marriage, UK-based Ghanaian musician, Reggie Zippy, has parted ways with his wife, Edith Ward. Reggie bitterly broke the news in a long Instagram post, where he ironically detailed how he is tired of not being appreciated enough, and being labeled an irresponsible father among others. Although …
Read More »Here’s why you should reduce your bread consumption
Regular consumption of bread is harmful to the body. Here are the reasons why you should reduce your bread intake. In Nigeria, bread is one of the most consumed foods all across the country. There are many meals that you can make with bread such as breakfast meals, bread and …
Read More »Over 24,000 teachers have failed their promotional exam – GES
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced that 55,917 (69%) out of 80,810 teachers due for promotion in 2023 passed the promotional examination taken in February 2023. This means that 24,000 teachers, representing 31% of the teachers due to be promoted to the various grades, including Deputy Director, Assistant Director …
Read More »You got played – Afia Schwarznegger replies Kennedy Agyapong
Controversial socialite and media personality Afia Schwarzenegger has fired back at Member of Parliament for Assin Central and presidential aspirant Kennedy Agyapong for comments he made in a recent interview. According to her, Kennedy Agyapong should have ignored the questions posed about her and focused on his political endeavours. Her comments come in response to claims …
Read More »‘They will still break your heart so receive the gifts’ – Tiwa Savage advises ladies about men
Afrobeats queen diva Tiwa Savage, has given single ladies some “valuable” advice. During a recent performance, the singer urged unmarried women, whether they were independent or not, to let guys who were prepared to shower money on them do so. Tiwa emphasized the significance of women enjoying themselves with all the …
Read More »Actor, musician OJ Blaq passes on
Ghanaian musician cum actor, Andy Nii Akrashie, popularly known as OJ Blaq, has passed on. The report was confirmed by the entertainment industry stakeholders as well as the Empowerment Worship Center, where he actively served as a junior pastor before his demise. Although the cause of his death is yet to …
Read More »Akwaboah Drops ‘Try Me’ Ahead of Lighthouse Album (video)
Ahead of the much anticipated release of his Lighthouse Album later this year, Highlife sensation Akwaboah has dropped a new single he titled ‘Try Me’. The song is a contemporary upbeat fusion of Afro sounds and dance music and is certified to be a DJ favourite. A video for …
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