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• September 8, 2024
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Maame Dokono celebrates 80th birthday in grand style and launches a book

Veteran Ghanaian actress, Grace Omaboe, known widely in the entertainment industry as Maame Dokono, has marked her 80th birthday in a lavish and star-studded style.

Although Maame Dokono turned 80 in June this year, she threw a party to celebrate being an octogenarian with the launch of a book called “Unforgettable Maame Dokono.”

The party reeked of class as celebrities and important dignitaries trooped in to celebrate with her.

Maame Dokono was draped a lush blue gown, simple make-up as she beamed with smiles from ear to ear. She interacted with her former colleague actors, chiefs and other celebrities in different industries.

To join her cut the cake were David Dontoh who has been a key player in Maame Dokono’s life and career, Koku Anyidoho and some members of royalty.

Also spotted at the party were Nana Ama McBrown, Prophet Kofi Oduro, Adwoa Smart, Fred Amugi, Christine Doe Tetteh, Abeiku Santana. The party was hosted by comedian, DKB.

Maame Dokono is a household name in Ghana with over 5 decades of acting experience in movies and theatre arts. She is most famous for her storytelling television program ‘By the Fireside’. She was also the lead actress of the Obra Drama Group and the African drama television series, Akan Drama.

She starred in so many movies and has three music albums to her name. She continues to work by hosting radio and talk shows and also address socio-economic problems in the country.

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Selena Gomez joins Bloomberg’s billionaire list

American pop star, Selena Gomez is now a billionaire, according to Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index.

The actress, singer, and entrepreneur amassed an estimated $1.3 billion fortune from her Rare Beauty brand to music and hit shows.

According to the publication, more than 80% of Gomez’s net worth derives from her stake in Rare Beauty Brand Inc.

Brand partnerships, acting deals, and mental health startups also contributed to her wealth.

Gomez came into the spotlight as a child star in the 2000s. She reportedly made around $3 million for her role as Alex Russo in the Disney Channel’s Wizards of Waverly Place from 2007 to 2012.

She then launched a music career, first with the pop-rock band Selena Gomez & the Scene and then as a solo artist.

With 424 million followers, Gomez is behind only football icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as the most popular person on Instagram.

Music tours only accounted for less than 5% of Gomez’s wealth, with album and record sales less than 2%. She hasn’t toured since 2016.

Most of Gomez’s fortune — roughly $1.1 billion — comes from her stake in Rare Beauty.

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• September 8, 2024
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‘Young artistes have reduced quality of music’- Korede Bello

Nigerian singer Korede Bello has said that young artistes have reduced the quality of music coming out of the country.

The 28-year-old spoke in a recent episode of Hip TV’s programme Trending, hosted by reality star KimOprah.

According to him, young artists lack the experience to make quality music. He claimed that the younger an artist attains stardom, the more the quality of their music declines.

Bello said, “When you start to have young artists blowing up, the quality of the music starts to reduce because they don’t have quality experiences.

“They don’t know how to live yet. Young people don’t yet know how to live, they just know that they are living. They want to live large, so that’s what they’re going to sing about.

“If you listen to an African China, where he’s coming from, he has seen things. Timaya, Fela—all have experiences. Their songs are expressions of reality. We should not blame these young artists; you can only give what you have.”

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• August 20, 2024
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Chale Wote Street Art Festival 2024 opens in Accra

The 14th edition of the Chale Wote Street Art Festival opened in Accra on Monday with a silent procession through the Osu township, with participants clad in all-white attires.

There was a declaration by the team at the Christiansborg castle and the opening of the Shika Shika Art Fair in the Garden.

Other activities during the first day of the Chale Wote Street Art Festival were a royal music performance by the Osu Klottey School of African Music, Dagara Music Centre performance, Nyonmo Y3 Jen Cultural Group dance performance, a film screening, and conversations.

Themed ‘And Now An End To The Empire Of Horrors,’ it draws inspiration from some of Africa’s deepest history that lies in the Gulf of Guinea. Chale Wote seeks to artistically focus on the tales of the fantastic and mortal gods from the Gulf of Guinea, which can be understood as allegories that illustrate the social conditions created by genocidal squatter colonialism.

Chale Wote 2024 explores the history of the place through its origins and an examination of it in relation to its death and the current rebirth of its sacred sciences, long forgotten and buried with the giants. The event will curate a multiplicity of counterhegemonic narratives about this rebirth in their most spectacular form through art and entertainment.

The one-week-long festival will be held from Monday, August 19, to Sunday, August 25, 2024. Therefore, selected artists will be expected to release the works from August 10 to 18, 2024, and have them ready for display from the beginning to the climax of the festival.

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• August 20, 2024
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Diana Hamilton wins ‘Best Gospel Artiste’ at GMA-USA

Popular Gospel musician Diana Hamilton has taken to social media to express her gratitude for winning the Best Gospel Music Artiste award at the 2024 Ghana Music Awards USA.

The prestigious event, which marked the 5th anniversary of the annual award scheme, took place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in New Jersey.

Diana Hamilton, who was nominated alongside artistes including Nacee, Joe Mettle, MOG, and Sonnie Badu took to her Instagram account to express her gratitude for the win.

“Thank you to the organizers of GMAUSA, we are grateful for awarding us the Gospel Artiste of the Year at this year’s 5th Anniversary Landmark event. Thanks to God and all of you for your support. I don’t take this for granted!” she posted.

The GMA USA is renowned for celebrating excellence and hard work among musicians within the United States, Ghana, and beyond, and this year’s edition was no exception.

Other artistes who also clinched awards include Nacee, Kofi Kinaata, Strongman, and others.

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• August 20, 2024
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Destiny Etiko denies alleged car gift from Omotola Jalade’s husband

Famous Nigerian actress Destiny Etiko has dismissed rumours that Captain Matthew Ekeinde, husband of Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, bought her a car.

In a video, Destiny Etiko proudly declared herself self-made and vowed not to let anyone bring her down.

The famous Nollywood actress clarified that the photo of her with Captain Ekeinde was taken four years ago on a flight where he was the pilot. She greeted him respectfully and took a selfie, but they had not met since.

Addressing her critics, the celebrated Nollywood actress accused them of being bitter and attempting to tarnish her reputation. She also urged them to stop dragging Omotola, her husband, and her son into the baseless rumours.

“The last I checked, 99.9 percent of what I’ve achieved in my life I freaking did it myself with my full chest.

“I don’t know why some people are bitter. Most of my birthdays I love to buy a car because I love to change cars every year. Some bitter people…sat down and brought pictures of Omotola’s husband that I took with him over four years ago.” She said

“And how did it happen? I was on a flight and he was the pilot, so some people were snapping pictures with me. He asked what was happening and they told him I was an actress.”She added.

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• August 5, 2024
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Nigerian crossdresser Bobrisky released from jail

Popular Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, known within the entertainment industry as Bobrisky, has been released from the Kirikiri Correctional Centre after six months of imprisonment.

In a viral video shared on X, formerly Twitter, Bobrisky was escorted out of the correctional centre while his family, some media personnel, and fans waited on him.

Bobrisky was sentenced to six months in prison for abusing and tampering with the Naira by a Federal High Court in Lagos.

According to Nigeria’s laws, a person who tampers with a Naira note or coin is guilty of an offence punishable by law.

Vanguard Nigeria reported that Bobrisky was not given the option of a fine during the sentencing on Friday, April 12, 2024.

According to the judge, Justice Abimbola Awogboro, the crossdresser’s sentence was to set an example and deter other people from damaging the Nigerian naira in any way or form going forward.

Justice Abimbola Awogboro mentioned that Bobrisky’s jail term began on the day of his arrest, March 24, 2024.

The crossdresser, who has always insisted that his many followers refer to him as a woman, was made to spend his jail time in the men’s prison.

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• August 5, 2024
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PSquare split again – Rudeboy confirms

Paul Okoye, aka Rudeboy, has confirmed that the music group PSquare has broken up for the second time.

In an interview with City FM, Lagos, he revealed that the split was due to creative differences and personal issues.

Rudeboy denied claims that he belittled his brother Peter’s role in the group, saying he was wrongly accused of saying he was the singer and Peter was the dancer.

He explained that Peter told him he was no longer interested in the group and didn’t want to make it public.

Rudeboy also mentioned that they had different visions for their music, and he wanted to share creative responsibilities equally.

“The plan of our coming back together was going to produce a lot of hit albums. But as it is now, I’m just focusing on Rudeboy. Trust me, it is not everything that I would want to say.

“I was being accused of saying that he [Peter] was the dancer and I’m the singer. I know whenever we go to the airport, people ask are you a singer or a dancer? I didn’t know it was touching him. But I know there was a time we came together and said, ‘Don’t allow this thing get to you, you should be proud of what you’re doing. That’s the role you’re playing.’

“We have a song we did with T.I., ‘Eja Jo’. That was when the issue started. Till today, that song still on 3 million views because people didn’t hear the PSquare’s voice that they are used to.

“When we came back together because I didn’t want the issues that happened before, I told my brother to show himself and let us be involved in the creative process together. I told him we should share who carries the tracks equally but still, it wasn’t working.

“The new PSquare was peaceful. I needed the past mistakes not to repeat themselves. But then again he [Peter] said he’s no more doing [no longer interested]. In fact, he told me in the face that he wanted to quit. I asked if we could make it public and he refused. But what will happen when I go solo? People will call me a bad person. That’s why I’m speaking up now.”

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• July 17, 2024
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‘Don’t worship me’ – Adom Kyei-Duah warns followers

Prophet Adom Kyei-Duah, the Founder and Head Pastor of Believers Worship Center, has warned his followers to refrain from worshipping him.

During one of his sermons to his congregation, the controversial preacher explained that while it is through him that God reveals the truth to humanity, he should not be worshipped. Christians and his followers must not worship him.

He said, “It is through me that you know and have come to know the truth. Give me that honor, but never worship me. Show me respect, but do not worship me. That is all I ask of you.”

He cautioned that his spirit would retaliate against anyone who decides to worship him after he passes on to his father in heaven.

“Last time I warned you all, if you dare come to my grave with the intention of worshipping me, I will come back to give you a slap,” he added.

In the same sermon, he issued a strong warning to those who have photoshopped his head onto images of Jesus Christ.

He expressed his dislike for the traditional representation of Jesus Christ as a White man that has been used for centuries.

Addressing his congregation, Adom Kyei-Duah voiced his disapproval of using a White man to depict Jesus Christ.

He cautioned graphic designers against attaching his face, head, or any body part to that image.

“To those of you who have combined my image with that of the White man, I despise that body, I dislike that hair. Hear me, I abhor that attire and I detest that style of dressing,” Adom Kyei-Duah told his congregation in a widely circulated social media video.

The preacher advised his congregation and Christians in general to accept him as he is and only use his image to represent Jesus Christ.

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• July 17, 2024
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Nana Tonardo to expose former best friend in an upcoming book

Amidst the recent public feuds among celebrity friends airing each other’s ‘dirty laundry’ on social media, Emil Wood, better known as Nana Tonardo, has announced his intention to do the same.

In his case, he plans to reveal his exposé in a forthcoming book titled ‘The Sins of My Best Friend.’

Tonardo revealed that in his upcoming book, he intends to expose the scandalous and hidden secrets of a former close celebrity friend.

He hinted at revelations involving his friend, who owns a restaurant, allegedly engaging in a relationship with her 21-year-old waiter, who he claims is gay.

Tonardo further disclosed that his friend had reportedly become pregnant twice by this waiter, resulting in an abortion and later giving birth.

“In light of the current trend where everyone is airing secrets about their friends, I feel compelled to join in. However, I intend to document everything in a book titled ‘The Sins of My Best Friend.’ Within its pages, you will learn about a purported celebrity’s sexual escapades with her waiter.

“In this book, you’ll discover that this individual had a relationship with her 21-year-old waiter, who is reportedly gay. Allegedly, she became pregnant by him, underwent an abortion at one point, and later gave birth to a child with him,” he revealed.

He promised that the content of his book would be shocking and eye-opening, urging social media users to brace themselves for the revelations that would challenge perceptions.

“The revelations in my book will be hard-hitting, so stay tuned. It’s coming out soon, and it will change how you see people,” Tonardo added.

Following Tonardo’s revelations, social media has been abuzz with speculation about the identity of his former best friend.

While some have expressed curiosity and encouragement for the book’s release, others have criticized Tonardo’s decision, deeming it unnecessary.

Tonardo’s decision to go public with such revelations follows recent public disputes involving other celebrities, including Afia Schwarzenegger, Fadda Dickson, and A Plus, which escalated on social media with accusations and revelations.

The unfolding drama underscores a trend of public airing of grievances and personal secrets among celebrities, stirring public interest and debate on social media platforms.