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Delay disappointed over King Paluta’s ‘Makoma’ being left out of the 26th TGMA nominations.

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Media personality Delay has expressed disappointment over King Paluta’s hit song Makoma being left out of the 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) nominations.

Taking to her X account, Delay questioned how Makoma, a chart-topping song in 2024, failed to secure a nomination.

She linked the situation to why she constantly prays, stating, “Under your very eyes, what belongs to you will be snatched away if you cease praying.”

Meanwhile, King Paluta has officially petitioned the TGMA board, demanding an explanation for the song’s exclusion, especially from the Most Popular Song of the Year category.

Fans and industry players have reacted strongly, with many agreeing that Makoma deserved recognition.

Dr Kofi Amoah donates Gh¢20,000 to buzstop boys to support volunteer work

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Ghanaian economist and businessman Dr. Kofi Amoah has donated GH¢20,000 to the sanitation volunteer group, Buzstop Boys, to support their efforts in keeping Ghana clean.

The donation followed a social media post by Dr. Amoah, urging the group to reach out. Kantanka Automobile also contributed GH¢2,000 and bottled water to encourage their work.

Social media users have praised the generous contributions, applauding the donors for supporting a cleaner Ghana.

Black Sherif performs on the streets of London (video)

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Black Sherif’s surprise performance on the streets of London has gone viral on social media.

Teaming up with DJ AG Online, the Ghanaian rapper wowed onlookers with hits like Lord I’m Amazed and Oil In My Head.

Lynx Entertainment’s KiDi was also spotted vibing to the music, singing and dancing in support of his fellow artist.

Excited fans stopped to watch, cheer, and record the electrifying moment.

President Mahama’s X account compromised

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Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority has confirmed that hackers have taken over President Mahama’s Twitter account.

The compromised account has reportedly been used to promote cryptocurrency.

Authorities have launched an investigation and promised to update the public on their findings.

Only successful entrepreneurs should teach business in universities: Richard Nii Armah Quaye

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Richard Nii Armah Quaye believes only successful entrepreneurs should teach in Ghanaian university business schools.

He argues that lecturers without hands-on business experience cannot properly equip students for success.

Speaking with Bola Ray ahead of his 40th birthday, he stressed that theoretical knowledge alone is not enough to build thriving businesses.

To celebrate his milestone, Quaye has acquired a Bugatti Chiron and a private jet, with a grand party set for Independence Square on March 21.

Police apprehend suspect over the tragic demise of investigative journalist, Ahmed Suale

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Ghana Police have arrested Daniel Owusu Koranteng, also known as Akwasi Amakye, in connection with the 2019 murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale.

Amakye is accused of leaking Suale’s photos to a politician before the journalist was assassinated near his Madina home.

The FBI uncovered critical phone records linking Amakye to Suale before his death.

After fleeing to the UK, Amakye secretly returned to Ghana last week, leading to his arrest at a hair salon in Amasaman-Adease.

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to introduce new currency

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Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are set to launch a new currency, moving away from the CFA franc.

This bold move aims to assert economic independence and break free from colonial ties.

On February 11, 2024, General Abdourahmane Tiani, head of Niger’s military junta, announced the plan to create a joint currency. He highlighted that this step would help these countries shed the colonial legacy tied to the CFA franc.

These nations, all former French colonies, have recently undergone military coups and now share a defense pact, the Alliance of Sahel States (AES).

When I sang a song by Becca, Mark Okraku advised me to consider beauty pageantry – Afua Asantewaa

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Afua Asantewaa, a Ghanaian entrepreneur, recently revealed her disappointment over comments made by Mark Okraku-Mantey, former Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts.

During an Accra FM interview, Afua shared that after performing a song by Becca in a Sing-a-thon, Mark suggested she explore beauty pageantry.

She described his advice as hurtful, as it left her feeling disrespected and misunderstood.

Nobody will support you just because you’re dope – M.anifest

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Ghanaian rapper M.anifest recently spoke on the hurdles faced by artists in the country’s music industry.

In an interview with DJ Slim, he explained that raw talent alone isn’t enough to gain support.

Support often comes when people see the financial potential in an artist, he said.

M.anifest also highlighted the gap between Ghana’s music industry and other creative fields, stressing that while other sectors are progressing, music lags behind.

He concluded that creatives must adopt a more business-focused approach to develop a sustainable and lucrative industry.

Asake addresses father’s plea for help amid stroke battle

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Asake has responded to a viral video of a man, Fatai Odunsi, claiming to be his father and asking for financial support during his stroke recovery.

The video, which showed Odunsi in distress, led to social media speculation about Asake’s relationship with him. In a TikTok video, the Afrobeats star shared a song about not trying to please everyone and focusing on actions done for God.

While Asake didn’t directly address the claims, he mentioned sending money to support his father, subtly defending his actions amid the growing public discussion.

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