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Known for the nnwonkoro hit song ‘Aputor’, Maame Abena Ode has gained prominence not only for her innuendo-inspired songs; she is popular for being a professional mourner, one paid to cry at funeral grounds. Maame Ode does not need to be a relative of the deceased or the bereaved. Once …

A woman who weeps at funerals for a living has disclosed that their charges depend on the number of days they are tasked to weep. Maame Ode who is a professional Kete and Adowa Dancer says sometimes they are charged to weep for several days and although they develop headaches, …

When an industry person is described as one that has paid his or her dues, it means that they contributed their quota to the entertainment industry with their work or vital roles. For such a character, many will assume or expect that they will be given a befitting funeral if …

Every soul shall taste death as the good books say, however, not everyone shall have a pomp funeral. There are several definitions of pomp, for some, it is the number of people present; while for others, it is the display of wealth and the gifts that are served. Ghana has …

Religious bodies have been given the green light to operate their premises at full capacity as the country softens its COVID-19 mandates. All other indoor and outdoor social events including funerals, conferences, cinemas can also be held without a restriction in number. These form part of the country’s move to reverse the …

The late Nana Wiafe Akenten III The burial and final funeral rites of the late paramount chief of Offinso would take place from February 22 -24, the Traditional Council has announced, as it imposes a ban on drumming and noisemaking in the area. The remains of Nana Wiafe Akenten III …