Don’t Let Your Boyfriend Take Naked Photos Of You – Rita Dominic Warns
Award-winning actress, Dominic who won the award for Best Actress in a leading role in the 2012 Africa Movie Academy Awards for her role in a Kenyan film ‘Shattered”, took to social networking site, Twitter to sound this warning note, “@ritadominic Dear young women of the world, no matter how in love you are. Please don’t let your boyfriend take naked photos of you.”
John Dumelo’s Harrina wants a ‘divorce’
In line with the current happenings between John Dumelo and Harrina Alexander, the latter has decided to file in for a divorce with a man she says doesn’t love her.
This whole drama seems funnier each passing day but our job is to bring it first hand as it unveils no matter the caliber of characters involved or under which pressure the script was written. Watching from the sidelines before now, we brought thisBetween John Dumelo & Harrina, who is the ‘maradona’?; which looks like a merry-go-round ‘business’ between the two.
But according to Harrina, they were joined together as husband and wife under the signature of oneCarla F. Ward on the 11th of March 2013, in Prince George County, Virginia, USA.
We have been keeping taps with the lawyer and soon will provide her own side of the story. But as it stands, Harrina is filing for a divorce. This may be as a result of their(John & Harrina) private meeting in Maryland, USA last week.
Afterwards, this is what Harrina sent to us…“ Hello everyone, I am just really tired of all the stuff that’s going on. I have tried to work with John. He is not ready for marriage. I have filed divorce papers. I am moving on with my life. I rather be happily married with someone who loves me the same way I love them. I want to apologize on my behalf for all this useless drama. So as far as everything goes me and John are no longer together. And I do not want to be contacted on this Matter again. I have moved on with my life. I have better things to focus on. Thank you all for understanding Sincerely Harrina Alexander”
It must be noted that Harrina claims that John Dumelo talked her into the whole marriage plan so as to get his paperwork right in the USA. Whilst John Dumelo also says that the lady is fame drunk and thus, wants to use him at all cost. But as it stands, we cannot verify any of their claims not until we are through talking with Lawyer Carla.
As all these unfold, we shall keep the public updated on the ‘business’ between John Dumelo and Harrina Alexander with our eyes open knowing that no one goes into business with the aim of going bankrupt? Scroll down to see the mail of Harrina in her own words
Yvonne Misses Out On Africa Movie Academy Awards... As Kwaku Ananse Movie Picks Best Short Film Award
Even though actress Yvonne Okoro’s recent self-produced movie ‘The Contrast’ has gotten worldwide attention after its release, the movie failed to pick a single award from as many as six nominations at the just ended 9th edition of the annual Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) in Nigeria, yesterday.
The award which was instituted to recognise and award deserving film making on the African continent has gained worldwide recognition.
The winners were announced at a live event at the Glory Hall Cultural Centre in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State, Nigeria. The Ghanaian/Nigerian actress-Yvonne Okoro travelled to Nigeria hoping to pick an award in her first movie as a producer.
Yvonne entered the awards with 6 nominations from 671 films which were submitted for consideration, including 184 short films, 108 Diaspora features – documentaries and shorts films, 60 documentaries from Africa and 319 feature films from within and outside Africa, including films made by Africans living abroad.
The night started well for Ghana and climaxed with heartbreaks, especially for the Ghanaian actress turned producer.
Ghana picked the first award which was the country’s only award on the night with ‘Kwaku Ananse’ movie, a short film from Akosua Adoma Owusu, a writer and director.
Now Is The Time For The Heartbreaks…
In the technical department, Yvonne Okoro’s movie failed to win in the following categories, ‘AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Screenplay’, ‘AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Editing’ and ‘AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Production Design’.
The bad night continued when it came to one category she would have loved to take back home, ‘AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Actress In A Leading Role’ however, she was knocked out by South African’s actress, Florence Masebe from the movie ‘Elelwani’.
From the ‘Assassins Practice’ movie, the late Nollywood actor Justus Esiri won the ‘AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Actor In A Leading Role’ beating off challenge from Yvonne Okoro’s opposite character South African’s actor Hlomla Dandala in ‘Contract’ as well as OC Ukeje – Alan Poza, Bimbo Manuel – Hereos And Zereos, Lindani Nkosi – Zama Zama, Femi Jacobs – The Meeting and Amurin Wumnembom – Ninah’s Dowry.
Director of the movie, Shirley Frimpong-Manso also lost the ‘AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Director’ to ‘Hereos And Zeroes’ director, Niji Akanni.
What Kwaku Ananse-The Only Winning Ghanaian Movie Is About…
Kwaku Ananse is a re-telling of the classic West African fable with a semi-autobiographical twist, featuring Ghana’s legendary palm wine musician, Koo Nimo as Kwaku Ananse. It was commissioned by Focus Features, as part of their prestigious Africa First Award Program, and supported by the Sarah Jacobson Grant, Art Matters grant, and a well-received Indie Gogo Campaign.
Combined with the unique co-production efforts of acclaimed Mexican producer, Julio Chavezmontes (Sundance New Frontier “Halley”) and Lisa Cortes (Executive Producer for Academy Award Winning “Precious”), Kwaku Ananse premiered in competition at the prestigious Berlinale Film Festival, as part of the Golden Bear competition, and was met with rave reviews.
Akosua Adoma Owusu displaying Ghana’s only award on the night How The Director Of Kwaku Ananse Accepted Her Award…
During her acceptance speech, an emotional Akosua Adoma Owusu who was lost for words intermittently danced Azonto to the delight for the patrons. The audience loved her not-so-perfect Azonto movements as they clapped and cheered her on for being a first award winner on the night.
Check out the full list of the nominations
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Short Film: Kwaku Ananse – Ghana
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Documentary: Fuelling Poverty – Nigeria
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Diaspora Feature: Stones In The Sun- Haiti/USA
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Diaspora Documentary: Fan Do Brasil (Brazil/Guatamela)
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Animation: Adventure Of Zambezia– (South Africa)
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Film By An Africans Abroad: Last Flight To Abuja– UK/Nigeria
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Production Design: Elelwani
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Costume Design: Blood And Henna/Nigeria
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Make-Up: The Meeting
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Soundtrack: The Last Fishing Boat
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Visual Effects: The Twin Sword
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Sound: Nairobi Half Life
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Cinematography: Uhlanga, The Mark
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Editing: Hereos And Zereos
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Lightning: Moi Zaphira
AMAA 2013 Prize For Achievement In Screenplay: Hereos And Zereos
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Nigerian Film: Confusion Na Wa/Nigeria
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Film In An African Language: Moi Zaphira/Burkina Faso
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Promising Actor: Belinda Effah – Kokomma
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Actor In A Supporting Role: Gabriel Afolayan – Hoodrush
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Actress In A Supporting Role: Hermelinda Cimela – Virgin Magarida
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Actor In A Leading Role: Justus Esiri – Assasins Practice
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Actress In A Leading Role: Florence Masebe – Elelwani
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Director: Niji Akanni – Hereos And Zeroes/Nigeria
AMAA 2013 Prize For Best Film: Confusion Na Wa/Nigeria
Kwabena Kwabena Fights His Wife? – Wife Reveals
When Abena Owusua Adu made the decision to marry popular highlife musician, Kwabena Kwabena in 2011, many voices in showbiz circles were of the opinion that it was a bad decision.
Two years and a baby later, Abena says confidently “Marrying Kwabena Kwabena has been very good; I can confidently say that I have never regretted marrying him.
“We do fight sometimes like most married couples do but we settle our differences without letting any third party hear of it. He is a sweet person and the best thing that ever happened to me” Abena happily said.
According to her, not every woman would have taken the decision she took to marry Kwabena Kwabena considering the many negative things that were said about him mainly over his alleged skirt chasing behaviour but she chose Kwabena Kwabena not for anything but love.
In response to how she had dealt with her husband’s many lady admirers, a smiling Abena replied: “He is married to me and no other lady. I know with the kind of songs he does every lady would love to have him as a partner but he is mine.
Whenever he is performing and ladies scream out his name, all I say to myself is, how lucky I am to have Kwabena Kwabena as a husband . The ladies will scream alright but at the end of the day, I am the one who will take him home”
Abena revealed that there have been times when Kwabena Kwabena has been down due to negative stories about him in the media but she encourages him not to let any of those bother him.
“If Kwabena Kwabena is down and I am also down who will encourage the other, I have to be there for him all the time and make sure everything is alright with him. But I can say that he is a really good man every lady would love to have as a husband. He is always home to take care of the kids when he is not performing”, Abena said.
She said anyone who truly wants to know the real Kwabena Kwabena should get close to him and will know he is a really good man.
Kwabena Kwabena who wouldn’t want to talk much about his marriage said “my wife is simply the best woman in the world. I have said it every where I go that I have made the right decision choosing Abena as my wife, she is simply sweet”
Chris Brown says ‘Azonto’ is a Nigerian dance
American R&B star Chris Brown, who recently performed at the rLG Hope City concert in Ghana, says the famous Ghanaian dance moves 'Azonto' is a Nigeria 'thing'.
Chris Brown, while promoting his new album on BET's 106 & Park, told the hosts about 'Azonto', but gave credits to Nigeria, adding that he learnt it from Nigerian musician Wizkid.
Chris Brown was making a point on how big an influence Michael Jackson had on him and his career, but in answering it, 'Azonto' came up. He said "...there's a dance in Africa…it's funny but it's kinda like the Michael Jackson. You wait, you'll see it in the video...just wait!"
But after several shouts of "Do it....do it" from the crowd, he decided to demonstrate it on state. After that, he said this... "I learnt that...I learnt it from a Nigerian artiste by the name of Wizkid...so I don't wanna act like I created it...it's in Nigeria."
He also gave props to Wizkid, saying "he's an incredible artiste out there."
Many questions were raised when Chris Brown introduced Wizkid to stage at the Hope City concert to perform his track 'Azonto'.
Quite recently, Ghanaian Dancehall artiste Samini released a single to slam Nigerian duo P-Square for copying 'Azonto' and just changing it to 'Alingo'. Nollywood star Tonto Dikeh is said to have replied to Samini's song, apparently citing her disapproval of the allegation.
The weed was fake, blame the Ghanaian media – Chris Brown
American music star Chris Brown has broken his silence on the alleged weed he smoked on stage during a performance in Ghana.
Chris Brown was alleged to have smoked “weed” on stage during his performance at the Hope City concert at the Accra Sports Stadium on March 5.
The act has received a lot of flak from civil society organizations and the general public. Notable voices that condemned the act included Minister of State and Member of Parliament for Wa Central, Rashid Pelpuo and Metropolitan Archbishop of Accra, Most Reverend Charles Palmer-Buckle.
Organizers of the concert, Charter House, categorically denied media reports that the music star smoked “weed” during his performance at the event. According to the events outfit, Chris Brown smoked a cigar, not marijuana.
But answering a question on the incident on The Breakfast Club on New York based Power 105.1 FM, on Tuesday; Chris Brown blamed the Ghanaian media for giving a negative picture to the stage craft.
He explained that: “There is a thing I did on my whole tour called smoke by the brain. So it’s a part of the show that goes to a collage of all the songs that talk about weed and everybody knows I have a medical cause for marijuana but for me I don’t smoke it on stage.”
Chris Brown stressed that, “It’s a fake light like the way they have the pre-rolled tobacco so at every show I fake it, now that I gave the secret away, but in certain cities like Amsterdam and LA I definitely did but as far as in places where I can get into trouble I avoid it.”
“It was the press over there that made a big fuss about the whole thing, everything else was cool. It was just the press, so it made it seem like it was a situation but it was not,” he said.
Missing Okomfour Kwadee found
Ghanaian Hip life sensation Okomfour Kwadee who was reported missing earlier this year has finally been found, Newsone can confirm.
Earlier this year, Kwadee’s mother, Cecilia Sakia, stated on Peace FM’s ‘Entertainment Review’ that she had not set eyes on her son for close to three years.
But James Kwasi Oberko, a broadcaster from KFM in Kumasi, told Flexy on Etv’s Talk Showbiz last week that: “Okomfour Kwadee has been located in Santasi, a suburb near Kumasi in the Ashanti Region.”
“When we put it out there that Kwadee had gone missing, our listeners started phoning in and some even sent several text messages giving the exact location of the rapper,” Oberko noted.
According to Oberko, some of his callers told him that the ‘Ka Wo Nan To So’ hit maker was mostly located at joints with a couple of guys smoking a substance believed to be marijuana.
“The kind of locations they gave was not good at all. We are putting ourselves together as a station to storm those locations and if we locate him, we will take the next step,” he said.
Okumfour Kwadee, for some time now, has been battling with substance abuse and mental illness.
He has been in and out of various rehab centers across the country.
Claudia Ama Lebene Mensah Send Nekked pics of herself to boyfriend on whatsapp
The Sad End Of Jenny Addai
This is not the first time Jenny Addai have been on Ghanleak. Jenny, daughter of Addai Cutlass one of the richest men in Kumasi has all the sudden gone insane and taking naked pictures sending to anyone who ask, must this be sikaduro? sakawa? blood money
The Most expensive Ashawo in Ghan
This girl is known as Mercedes, her famous clients include D'banj and she is currently charging $900 for her pu$$y and $1,200 for her a$s!!!. To all the ashawo out there Ghanaleaks will be exposing you all soon, go out and look for proper job and no sex for work either…
Big things na popping
Look well well and you may just be lucky to see what we are seeing.
Just look well, and when you find out what exactly is wrong with the photo, you would be really shocked.
APHRODISIAC NITE CLUB OWNER "CONFIDENCE HAUGEN" ATTACKED BY ARMED ROBBERS
One time Ghana’s representative in the Big Brother Amplified House, Confidence Haugen, is reported to have been attacked by three heavily armed robbers, according to information we are gathering.
The Aphrodisiac Night Club CEO was allegedly attacked in the wee hours of Wednesday March 13, at about 2:30 am at her Dzorwulu office in Accra. According to the source, the robbers, who appeared quite stout and well-built, wore face masks and came riding on motor bikes.
“At the time of their operation the whole area was very quiet because it was a Tuesday night going into early Wednesday morning. The club was not opened and no event was on-going,” the source narrated.
The armed robbers, we are told, blocked the street leading to the club with their motorbikes with the engine still purring. While one of the robbers kept watch at the entrance, the two others entered the compound leading to the main building for the operation but were said to have met some fierce resistance from the security detail at the place.
A shootout then ensued but it is not too clear who fired the shots or whether anyone was hit, dead or hurt.
“The robbers proceeded to enter the yet to be opened Konfidence shop also located within the Aphrodisiac building where the labeled Konfidence shoes, bags and accessories would be exclusively sold and made away with some items,” the source told intimated.
General Manager of Aphrodisiac Night Club and Confidence’s right hand man, Mr. Johnny, confirmed the incident. According to Johnny who was present during the whole incident, the robbers also made away with a large size flat screen Television set which they surprisingly carried on their motor bike, some Ipads and mobile phones among other items.
He also disclosed that though Confidence was in the building when the robbery incident occurred, she is now safe and sound.
“She is fine, nothing tragic happened to her,” he added.
Johnny, who also confirmed hearing the firing of gunshots during the incident, however, refused to provide any additional detail saying the case has been reported to the Airport Police Station who have already started investigations into the matter.
Majid Michel And John Dumelo For Kwahuoooo! Kwahu!
Easter celebration has become a tradition and an integral part for the Kwahu people of Ghana as well as those in diaspora. As part of the 3-day festivities organised by Kwahuman Association of New York, two of Ghana’s best movie actors, Majid Michel and John Dumelo, will hit the Big Apple this weekend to participate in Kwahu Easter 2013.
It is important to be innovative when it comes to this festive occasion which is intended to raise funds for community projects and also as part of an annual friends and family reunion. This year, Easter celebration in New York City have taken a different dimension; with the aim of attracting youth participation and to mimic the long weekend activities usually observed by our brothers and sisters in Ghana; the president of the Association, Frederick Ansong Obrempong Dwamena stressed.
In addition to the main fundraising event on Saturday, March 30th, the Limousine ride party with Majid and John on Good Friday night in the City and the Sunday red carpet cocktail at Sam’s Café are all part of the weekend’s activities to bring excitement to our members and the community in general, he added. The Vice President of the Association, Mr. Steve Darkwah, reemphasized the President’s commitments to fly Kwahu citizens in New York and their friends to Ghana next year to join their brothers and sisters for the 2014 Easter Homecoming Festival organized by Global Touch Production.
Majid and John flew all the way from Ghana to be part of this year’s Easter and to support the clean water project fundraising event for Kwahu Traditional area. Some members of the Association who were interviewed expressed their readiness to take part in all the 3-day events. For the first time in 30 years we are truly experiencing “real” Easter celebration similar to what we witnessed back home in Ghana; this is historic. It is a warm up for our Homecoming Easter in Ghana next year, she stressed.
The president of the Association, on his Facebook wall, appealed to Easter celebrants to use the death and resurrection of Christ meaningfully and not to engage in excessive drinking, indecent dressing and other immoral activities. This year’s event was sponsored by Prestige Travel and Tour.
Leave Liwin Alone Please”- Miracle Films Boss
Judging from the way trends are going with regards to the new movie released from the camp of Miracle Films in Ghana, if the executive producer of the movie should remain silent on the issue, then Liwin will be hotter than a fish swimming in a hot pot of soup on fire.
It`s all about a movie titled “Evangelist Lilwyn” where Kumawood actor Kojo Nkansah was playing the role of a no nonsense pastor who will never allow wrong doing pass him by. In one of his reproach as a form of teachings and preaching, Lilwyn is on record to have said that “any government who will go ahead to give a whole load of money to just one person to spend is a fool”. Say this in Ghana and it will be synonymous to talking ill about the ruling National Democratic Congress party where people have questioned a controversial judgement debt paid to business man Mr. Alfred Agbesi Woyome.
Therefore for Lilwyn to have jokingly said that, it means he has hit on their wounds and there is the need for them to also fight back. The case, since it came out has put Kojo Nkansah in chronic fear knowing very well the effects of partisan politics in our country.
In a response on radio about the allegation, Lilwyn stated emphatically that it was not his decision to make that statement, but it was his producer and director Mr Samuel Nyamekye who pursued him to make such pronouncements. “I was hesitant from the beginning but pressure from my producer made me say those words” Lilwyn said on 205 Total entertainment: Channel R in Accra last Wednesday.
In our bid to put the matter to rest, Flex newspaper decided to contact Mr. Samuel Nyamekye for his part of the story. Even before we called him for his response, there were snippets of information around town which said that some pastors are not happy with the movie and some pronouncements made by the lead character Lilwyn as a preacher. They said there is no man of God who will act like Lilwyn acted in the movie, so he should come again.
“I am even more disappointed in Mr. Samuel Nyamekye because he is still in the Bible school ready to be titled as an apostle or evangelist, so how could he allow an actor to joke with the work of God” one anonymous pastor told Flex newspaper in a telephone chat.
Mr Nyamekye has therefore responded that he sees no need why somebody should assume a statement made in the movie is about a political party and their activities. Hear him as we spoke to him last Monday in our office.
“I wonder why some people have taken this issue so personal like that. It is a movie and I hope it remains a movie without any interference or whatsoever. Now am hearing some men of God are also angry at me for not portraying them right. Don`t we have men of God like that in our movies. To those I have offended in one way or the other, I want to say sorry to all of them and also want to use this opportunity to say that they should leave Lilwyn alone to mind his business because he was only acting and following the rules of his director. I am not sure he has done something wrong to deserve warning from political groups or whatsoever. Please we were only shooting a movie so nobody should be offended” Mr Nyamekye told Flex newspaper on phone.
K.K. Fosu Takes Over From Obour
Information reaching Flex newspaper from the camp of Kaakyire Kwame Fosu known in showbiz as K.K Fosu indicates that he has taken over from the President of the Musicians Union of Ghana Bice ‘Obuor’ Osei Kuffuor as ambassador for road accident awareness.
K.K Fosu who has composed a song called “Bo Wo Ho Ban” for the project will be going out and about to educate and advise the populace on the carnage on our roads and how to reduce the incidence of road accidents. He is expected to organize a press conference sooner than later to unveil this project.
To his numerous fans, you can listen to his new album entitled ‘Me Ho Asem’ containing hit songs like ‘Bo Me Ka,’ ‘All About You,’ ‘Odo Wo Nti’ including his project song ‘Bo Wo Ho Ban’’ {road accident campaign song} which will be released unto the market this week.
Efya Gets Hurt; Sings Her Heart Out
Both the print and electronic media sometimes write stories to spread rumors about celebrities in order to either sell their papers or generate view (traffic) respectively. Controversial issues about personalities are easily spread than the good ones. Gospel musician Sonnie Badu once said ‘it’s surprising how bad news spreads faster than good ones’
Whilst some celebrities would like to be in the news always with controversies surrounding them, Afro-eclectic African soulstress, Jane Awindor with stage name Efya wants the contrary. Some months ago, she jumped on American star Chris Brown’s hit song ‘Don’t Judge Me’ to pour her heart out about the rumours Ghanaians have been speculating about her.
Listening to the song, no one needs a prophet or an angel from heaven to acknowledge that Efya sang this song out of emotions – revealing how she feels to Ghanaians about bad things they talk about her.
The sensational musician in the intro of the music asked her fans not to believe the rumors they hear because they [the rumors] are not true and the fact that she doesn’t react to it doesn’t make it is true. ‘You hearing rumors about me, and you can stomach their thought. I won’t deny what they are saying although what none is true. But everything I do, I do it for you,’ she sang.
The talented Ghanaian songstress went further to talk about how the press spread negative rumors about her including the spread of her photos on the internet just to sully her. It can be recalled that, there were lots of criticism about her dress and make-up to last year’s Radio Television Personality (RTP) Awards. She also revealed some of the questions the press asks her which she thinks will bring problems to her. She gave a typical example like ‘Who has she slept with? Is she allergic (to drugs)? Or maybe affected? The award winning artiste who used the song to react to so many issues was amazed if publicists hate it when she makes it or love it if she loses her mind?
Efya in her conclusion asked her fans to forget about the past and focus on the things which will make her be the good personality she had always wanted to be. She further added that, she should be taken just as she is whether good or bad since she has no other image anywhere. She also promised to be the one her fans can trust.
Efya is not the only musician who has emotionally released a song of this nature. Sarkodie after the Joy FM Night with the stars event where he didn’t perform released ‘The Truth’ – a song which talks about his reasons for not performing at the event. ‘Da Ghana Bwouy’ D-Black also revealed ‘Off It’ to also buttress how people talk bad about him. Samini and Kesse have also made a refix of the same track by Chris Brown.
“It’s because of my mom that I return from my trips” Sarkodie
Sarkodie and Mom
“It’s because of my mom that I return from my trips” Sarkodie told Delay in an interview. Michael Owusu Addo, Ghana’s title holder of ‘Artists of the Year’ is one Artist who brags a lot about his mother.
In an interview with Delay, he stated that, if he will return from his gig trip outside Ghana, it is because of his mother. To him, he hardly spends time with his mom so he makes sure he spends quality time with her when the time comes.
Still lodging in his mother’s residence, Sarkodie told Delay until he finds a convincing reason; he will not leave his mother’s house in Tema Community 9. Asked what will be convincing enough to leave his mum, mummy’s boy Michael Owusu Addo (Sarkodie) swerved the question.
Early hours of Sunday, Sarkodie released a picture of himself and his mother on his verified Twitter page. In the picture, his mother was ‘swagged’ in his ‘Sark’ branded hat and both mother and son curdling the little and ring fingers with their thumbs leaving their index and middle fingers widely stretched popularly known as ‘deuces’.
Samini to launch personalized mobile app to promote his brand
Award winning Ghanaian artist, Samini, is set to launch his personalized mobile application service.
The award winning artiste is taking advantage of the latest technology trend to take his art a step closer to music lovers.
Label executives have confirmed to eNewsGH that the mobile app will be launched in Accra on Thursday February 28. The application will be available on all Blackberry, Android and Iphone devices.
A good step that is sure to rake in some fan appeal for him, Samini’s team are hopeful the service will be heavily subscribed.
Sarkodie’s new album, ‘Sarkology’, drops in August
Sarkodie’s new album drops in August this year. Titled Sarkology, the album will be the third installment from the BET Award winner.
Sarkology will come on the heels of Sarkodie’s joint album with Jayso, the TMG (The Mind Game) album.
Sarkology will be a collection of already-released and upcoming singles, including ‘Illuminati’ and ‘Gunshot’ featuring Davido. The album will feature some of Ghana and Nigeria’s A-List acts.
rLG promises an electrifying ‘Chris Brown’ concert
Preparations are ahead to commence the construction of a mega stage at the Accra Sports Stadium in readiness for the concert, which is expected to feature local supporting acts including R2Bees, Samini, Efya, D-Black and Sherifa Gunu.
People, who are sceptical about attending such a huge outdoor concert at the stadium, fearing attacks by hoodlums, are being assured by the organizers to expect improved organizational technique and strategies which is aimed to give them a comfortable and secure ambiance to enjoy themselves. The producers of the show promise that every patron, whether they were in the popular stand or in the VIP area set on the grounds in front of the stage, gets a great experience. The show will be heavy on dancing and patrons are urged to come in comfortable shoes.
Proudly powered by Ghana’s No. 1 ICT company, rlg, the Hope City Launch Concert is in commemoration of the sod cutting for a new technology village – Hope City. It is produced by leading events management company, Charterhouse, with support from GhOne Entertainment TV and Empire Entertainment.
This year’s Ghana Music Awards is R2Bees Honour Awards; their trap has caught Ghana Music ‘Bayla’
Surprisingly R2Bees has not received Award from Charter House before ever since their inception into the musical stream. Though they have had several nominations, none of them went to Tema. Made up of Faisal Hakeem (Paedae da Pralem) and Rashid Mugeez, the name R2Bees stands unassailable whenever any Ghanaian is arguing the prowess of a duo from Ghana.
Bringing back the indigenous Ghanaian Musical Culture with ‘Odo’, R2Bees is credited with Cotemporary High Life badges. Honestly, I was not surprised when I saw their name in 9 categories and gracing it with the Artist of Year nomination. They really deserve more than 9, in my own humble opinion.
I’m challenging you to mention 5 hit songs in Ghana at the moment and if you do not mention ‘Odo’ and ‘Life (Walahi)’ then you are a Tourist. Comfortably relaxing on 2 hits songs, the Tema based songsters have attracted the attention of Forbes List where the world’s acclaimed magazine published that, R2Bees is one of the names to watch out for. It seems Forbes’ prophecy is materializing.
In the publication Forbes published “Ghanaian mega-group R2Bees, made up of Faisal Hakeem (Paedae da Pralem) and Rashid Mugeez, is behind some of the biggest hits coming out of West Africa. The hip-hop/hiplife group’s highly anticipated single featuring London-born, Ghanaian artist, Tinchy Stryder is due out in 2013.”
Out of 9 nominations, I can confidently point out that, R2Bees will sweep 7 Awards including the Artist of the Year slot. I would doubt the credibility of Ghana Music Awards if the duo receives anything less than 7.
Indeed, R2Bees deserves a path on their hardworking backs for such spectacular works and they have really proven that their trap has caught Ghana Music ‘Bayla’.
Another Four Months Before Vybz Kartel Goes To Court Again
It may be a new year, but the same problems are rearing their ugly
heads in the ongoing murder trial of internationally-acclaimed deejay, Vybz Kartel.
Kartel's trial in the murder case of Clive 'Lizard' Williams was scheduled to get underway at the Home Circuit Court in Kingston on Monday. However, the matter was postponed yet again after lawmakers determined there were insufficient jurors.
The prosecution and defense teams in Kartel's case expressed their disappointment with the development as they were ready to proceed.
Nevertheless, they will all reconvene on May 27, when the trial is expected to commence.
This is the second postponement of the matter since it was originally set to begin last November. However, the case was delayed until Jan. 21 as Kartel's lawyer, Valerie Neita-Robertson was working on a separate case.
Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, faces one count of murder in the case along with Shawn Campbell aka Shawn Storm, Kahira Jones, Andre St. John and Calvin 'Moonie' Haye. The latter of the accused is currently on bail.
Each of the men are accused of killing Williams during an incident at a Havendale residence in St. Andrew in August 2011.
Law enforcement officials later claimed they captured video and audio evidence linking each of the accused to the murder. Williams' body has not been found.
The prosecution and defense teams in Kartel's case expressed their disappointment with the development as they were ready to proceed.
Nevertheless, they will all reconvene on May 27, when the trial is expected to commence.
This is the second postponement of the matter since it was originally set to begin last November. However, the case was delayed until Jan. 21 as Kartel's lawyer, Valerie Neita-Robertson was working on a separate case.
Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, faces one count of murder in the case along with Shawn Campbell aka Shawn Storm, Kahira Jones, Andre St. John and Calvin 'Moonie' Haye. The latter of the accused is currently on bail.
Each of the men are accused of killing Williams during an incident at a Havendale residence in St. Andrew in August 2011.
Law enforcement officials later claimed they captured video and audio evidence linking each of the accused to the murder. Williams' body has not been found.
Efya in a tussle with security men over ‘fresh air’
Songstress Jane Awindor, known affectionately as Efya, was embroiled in a
showdown with some security personnel over their refusal to allow her
go smoke with a couple of her friends at the well-attended ‘Sarkodie
Live In Concert’ held last month at the Accra International Conference
Center, Dome.
The artiste was billed to perform her song ‘Devil in Me’ with Sarkodie on the night, and after her act, she together with five of her friends wanted a convenient place at the Dome to enjoy some bouts of smoking.
The artiste who has been in the news over her smoking habits, was engaged in some exchange of words when she requested the security detail manning the premises to allow her to ostensibly go have some fresh air at the back of the Dome, which is a restricted area.
According to one of the top security personnel, their attention was drawn to a remote section of the Dome when an unscrupulous fellow cut a portion of the tent to enable him enter the premises without a ticket.
Whiles they were handling the situation, Efya approached the area in the company of her friends, wanting to have access through the back of the tent to go do their own thing.
The security personnel explained to the chart-topping artiste that the area was not safe and was a restricted area, advising her to go behind the backstage to do whatever she wanted to do with her friends.
The visibly agitated songstress told the personnel that she only wanted to have access to the restricted area to enjoy fresh air with her friends.
“She and her friends wanted to use the remote part of the Dome to go have fresh air and I explained to her that it was not allowed and if indeed, she needed a feel of fresh air, it was only convenient she used the area around the backstage to enjoy that privilege,” one senior security personnel explained.
The stance by the security team didn’t go down well with Efya as she was heard ranting, “It’s only for fresh air, you know, I just need fresh air.”
“I didn’t even know who she was until I refused her and somebody prompted me that she is Efya. I would have still refused her access if I knew who she is, I was just executing my assigned duties,” the senior security agent stressed.
According to the other security personnel present at the venue, Efya actually went to some secluded area around the Dome to smoke what they said were packs of cigarettes with her legion of girlfriends.
In recent times, the artiste has made headlines for her rumored intake of drugs such as cocaine, an assertion the artiste has vehemently denied although she confidently revealed that she does smoke nothing but cigarettes.
The artiste was billed to perform her song ‘Devil in Me’ with Sarkodie on the night, and after her act, she together with five of her friends wanted a convenient place at the Dome to enjoy some bouts of smoking.
The artiste who has been in the news over her smoking habits, was engaged in some exchange of words when she requested the security detail manning the premises to allow her to ostensibly go have some fresh air at the back of the Dome, which is a restricted area.
According to one of the top security personnel, their attention was drawn to a remote section of the Dome when an unscrupulous fellow cut a portion of the tent to enable him enter the premises without a ticket.
Whiles they were handling the situation, Efya approached the area in the company of her friends, wanting to have access through the back of the tent to go do their own thing.
The security personnel explained to the chart-topping artiste that the area was not safe and was a restricted area, advising her to go behind the backstage to do whatever she wanted to do with her friends.
The visibly agitated songstress told the personnel that she only wanted to have access to the restricted area to enjoy fresh air with her friends.
“She and her friends wanted to use the remote part of the Dome to go have fresh air and I explained to her that it was not allowed and if indeed, she needed a feel of fresh air, it was only convenient she used the area around the backstage to enjoy that privilege,” one senior security personnel explained.
The stance by the security team didn’t go down well with Efya as she was heard ranting, “It’s only for fresh air, you know, I just need fresh air.”
“I didn’t even know who she was until I refused her and somebody prompted me that she is Efya. I would have still refused her access if I knew who she is, I was just executing my assigned duties,” the senior security agent stressed.
According to the other security personnel present at the venue, Efya actually went to some secluded area around the Dome to smoke what they said were packs of cigarettes with her legion of girlfriends.
In recent times, the artiste has made headlines for her rumored intake of drugs such as cocaine, an assertion the artiste has vehemently denied although she confidently revealed that she does smoke nothing but cigarettes.
We didn't know where to put footbridges on N1 Highway - MIDA CEO
The Chief Executive Officer of the Millennium Development Authority
(MIDA), Martin Eson-Benjamin has admitted failure to properly site
footbridges on the George Walker Bush Highway (N1 Highway).
He told Joy News on Tuesday that not enough was done by his outfit in terms of survey, leading to, in some cases, misplaced footbridges on the 14.1 Km three-lane dual carriageway. The road has six footbridges, 13 bus bays and 23 minor junctions.
Barely a year after the inauguration of the highway in February 2012, numerous accidents have occurred on it, claiming over 70 lives – many were pedestrians crossing the road.
Many residents who felt the footbridges were inconveniently placed preferred using seconds to cross the highway to walking minutes to use the nearest football bridge, a decision which has claimed some lives.
An 11 year girl was on Monday killed instantly after she was knocked down by a speeding car when she was crossing the Lapaz section of the N1 Highway to school.
Martin Eson-Benjamin admitted: “I think that enough survey has been made now for everybody to know exactly which area needs a footbridge because when we were doing it initially we were not very, very sure where to put the footbridges.”
City authorities say more bridges would be constructed to safeguard pedestrians. But MIDA would not play a part in the construction; Martin Eson-Benjamin explained that the project has been handed over to the Ghana Highway Authority.
Meanwhile, metal mesh is being constructed to divide the six lane road to make it difficult, if not impossible, for people to cross the highway.
Mayor of Accra, Alfred Vanderpuye told Joy News, “What I have noticed is that at certain points spaces have been left in between, and sometimes individual or collective of persons are attempted to go through that small space. So at our last meeting I have instructed that those small spaces must also be covered.”
He confirmed that they have earmarked about 10 footbridges to be constructed at various points.
He told Joy News on Tuesday that not enough was done by his outfit in terms of survey, leading to, in some cases, misplaced footbridges on the 14.1 Km three-lane dual carriageway. The road has six footbridges, 13 bus bays and 23 minor junctions.
Barely a year after the inauguration of the highway in February 2012, numerous accidents have occurred on it, claiming over 70 lives – many were pedestrians crossing the road.
Many residents who felt the footbridges were inconveniently placed preferred using seconds to cross the highway to walking minutes to use the nearest football bridge, a decision which has claimed some lives.
An 11 year girl was on Monday killed instantly after she was knocked down by a speeding car when she was crossing the Lapaz section of the N1 Highway to school.
Martin Eson-Benjamin admitted: “I think that enough survey has been made now for everybody to know exactly which area needs a footbridge because when we were doing it initially we were not very, very sure where to put the footbridges.”
City authorities say more bridges would be constructed to safeguard pedestrians. But MIDA would not play a part in the construction; Martin Eson-Benjamin explained that the project has been handed over to the Ghana Highway Authority.
Meanwhile, metal mesh is being constructed to divide the six lane road to make it difficult, if not impossible, for people to cross the highway.
Mayor of Accra, Alfred Vanderpuye told Joy News, “What I have noticed is that at certain points spaces have been left in between, and sometimes individual or collective of persons are attempted to go through that small space. So at our last meeting I have instructed that those small spaces must also be covered.”
He confirmed that they have earmarked about 10 footbridges to be constructed at various points.
Agya Koo Refunds GHȻ2,000 To Complainant
The popular Ghanaian actor and
commedian, Kofi Adu, known in movie circles as Agya Koo has refunded
GHȻ2,000 as part payment to Mr Stephen Kwarteng, who has accused him of
fraud.
Agya Koo, who has been accused of defrauding Stephen Kwarteng under the pretext of obtaining him visa to travel abroad made the payment in court when the case was called Tuesday.
The case resumed on Tuesday to enable the prosecution to correct defects on the charge sheet.
However, the court could not immediately reconcile the balance of $1,000 to be paid to the complainant and gave lawyers of the accused person a month to reconcile the amount and then come back to court.
The case was adjourned to January 31, 2013.
Though Kofi Adu was granted bail on Monday his charges were again read out to him. He pleaded not guilty.
His lead counsel, Mr Joseph Turkson, who pleaded for bail said there was a transaction between his client and the complainant and that if his client failed to fulfill his part of the contract the proper thing for him to do was to refund the money which they were ready to do.
Ms Naomi Nelson Kwofie, who represented Captain Nkrabeah Effah-Darteh (retd), Counsel for Kofi Adu, also pleaded with the court to grant him bail since her client had met the bail conditions.
Wearing a white T-shirt over black trousers, Kofi Adu looked calm in the dock.
He has been charged with three counts of attempt to commit crime, migrant smuggling and fraud.
The Prosecutor, DSP Mary L. Agbozo said on March 8, 2011 at Tabora in Accra and Kumasi in the Greater Accra Circuit and within the jurisdiction of the court, Kofi Adu attempted to unlawfully migrate Stephen Kwarteng by facilitating his departure to the USA by collecting GHȻ2,170 and $1,000 respectively from him.
The prosecution said the facts of the case were that, the complainant was a trader who has a sister living in the USA.
It said the complainant had the desire to visit the sister and discussed with a friend who led him to Kofi Adu at Alhaji Tabora, a suburb of Accra.
The accused person was said to have confirmed his ability to assist the complainant to travel to the USA and sited instances which the complainant believed.
The prosecutor said the accused person charged the complainant a fee of $10,000 covering visa, work permit and a return air ticket and asked the complainant to make advance payment of $850 as processing fee and also paid $1000 as part payment of fee charged.
The accused person then called the complainant to bring the money to him in Kumasi which he did.
Afterwards, the accused took the complainant together with ten other people to the US Embassy in Accra and assured him he would get the visa.
But while the complainant was waiting at the Embassy the accused sneaked out of the premises and rather called on telephone later on for them to meet him at Busy Internet near the Kwame Nkrumah Circle.
Upon meeting them he gave them excuses in relation to his inability to secure the visa.
After a series of excuses from the accused since 2011, the complaint got fed up and became apprehensive. The accused later told the complainant he would secure an Australian visa for him and demanded an additional GHȻ1150 but failed to honour that one too.
The complainant severally demanded for a refund of his money but the accused offered excuses.
On January 8, 2013 however, a report was lodged with the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit at the CID Headquarters and the accused was invited through telephone but failed to turn up.
The police again called him on January 18, 2013 and he reported and was subsequently arrested on warrant, detained and charged with the offence after investigations.
Agya Koo, who has been accused of defrauding Stephen Kwarteng under the pretext of obtaining him visa to travel abroad made the payment in court when the case was called Tuesday.
The case resumed on Tuesday to enable the prosecution to correct defects on the charge sheet.
However, the court could not immediately reconcile the balance of $1,000 to be paid to the complainant and gave lawyers of the accused person a month to reconcile the amount and then come back to court.
The case was adjourned to January 31, 2013.
Though Kofi Adu was granted bail on Monday his charges were again read out to him. He pleaded not guilty.
His lead counsel, Mr Joseph Turkson, who pleaded for bail said there was a transaction between his client and the complainant and that if his client failed to fulfill his part of the contract the proper thing for him to do was to refund the money which they were ready to do.
Ms Naomi Nelson Kwofie, who represented Captain Nkrabeah Effah-Darteh (retd), Counsel for Kofi Adu, also pleaded with the court to grant him bail since her client had met the bail conditions.
Wearing a white T-shirt over black trousers, Kofi Adu looked calm in the dock.
He has been charged with three counts of attempt to commit crime, migrant smuggling and fraud.
The Prosecutor, DSP Mary L. Agbozo said on March 8, 2011 at Tabora in Accra and Kumasi in the Greater Accra Circuit and within the jurisdiction of the court, Kofi Adu attempted to unlawfully migrate Stephen Kwarteng by facilitating his departure to the USA by collecting GHȻ2,170 and $1,000 respectively from him.
The prosecution said the facts of the case were that, the complainant was a trader who has a sister living in the USA.
It said the complainant had the desire to visit the sister and discussed with a friend who led him to Kofi Adu at Alhaji Tabora, a suburb of Accra.
The accused person was said to have confirmed his ability to assist the complainant to travel to the USA and sited instances which the complainant believed.
The prosecutor said the accused person charged the complainant a fee of $10,000 covering visa, work permit and a return air ticket and asked the complainant to make advance payment of $850 as processing fee and also paid $1000 as part payment of fee charged.
The accused person then called the complainant to bring the money to him in Kumasi which he did.
Afterwards, the accused took the complainant together with ten other people to the US Embassy in Accra and assured him he would get the visa.
But while the complainant was waiting at the Embassy the accused sneaked out of the premises and rather called on telephone later on for them to meet him at Busy Internet near the Kwame Nkrumah Circle.
Upon meeting them he gave them excuses in relation to his inability to secure the visa.
After a series of excuses from the accused since 2011, the complaint got fed up and became apprehensive. The accused later told the complainant he would secure an Australian visa for him and demanded an additional GHȻ1150 but failed to honour that one too.
The complainant severally demanded for a refund of his money but the accused offered excuses.
On January 8, 2013 however, a report was lodged with the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit at the CID Headquarters and the accused was invited through telephone but failed to turn up.
The police again called him on January 18, 2013 and he reported and was subsequently arrested on warrant, detained and charged with the offence after investigations.
R2Bees Land $300,000 Endorsement Deal With rLG
After Sarkodie’s brand ambassadorial
deal with Samsung, he seems to have paved way for his Tema based
brothers-R2Bees who are reported to have signed similar deal with the
computer and phone giant company-rLG.
Though unconfirmed, GhanaCelebrities.Com is told that, R2Bees have secured $300,000 form the deal…In deed, their trap has indeed caught some big ‘Bayla’.
Meanwhile Peacefmonline.com gather that today January 22 is the birthday of lead singer of the group Mugees. Well happy birthday to Mugees and congratulation to the group of the moment.
R2Bees! .......Refuse 2 Be Broke!!!
Sarkodie’s management team is keen on solidifying his credentials as
an artiste. Among the many things planned for him this year, is the
launch of a new clothing line.
Sark Collections as it would be called will be launched this year, label sources have suggested.
First photos of some of the collections were released online on Tuesday by both artiste, and some members of his team.
Take a look at one of the shirt and tell us if the Obidiponbidi is on point
Sultry Ghanaian actress has taken over her twitter handle again, and this time she is sending a clear message of her being a lonely maiden.
If you know the ‘controversial’ actress so well, then you will know that she doesn’t give a hoot at those who will bash her over her fun and life.
And in that vein, she has come out to debunk her state of relationship with the Kukere master-Iyanya. “I’m not in any relationship now…Love is a beautiful thing… humans make it ugly…I still believe in love”, she wrote.
Her response comes few days after news wires suggested she and Iyanya are back on track, after an earlier report of a strained affair.
But the big question is, who is pulling strings and who is playing pranks here?
For an actress cum producer who recently churned out one of the hottest movies in 2012 – Single and Married, which thus, rolled in accolades such as Best Film, Best Cinematography, and Best Director, at the just concluded 2012 Ghana Movie Awards, that’s a question for another day.
Ghanaian Pop/R&B star, Jon Germain will on Thursday the 10th of January 2013 drop his newest single ‘In Her Arms’ from the album ‘Enigma’ on the ‘Drive Time’ on Joy 99.7 FM hosted by Bola Ray and an exclusive interview would be done on Saturday.
The song which talks about finding utmost love in his lover’s arms where comfort is keen, is Jon Germain’s newest single from his album ‘Enigma’.
The first single off ‘Enigma’ titled ‘Tell Me’ was ranked 8th in the world by Atlantic Magazine which is a credible source of news and entertainment in the USA.
His debut album was also endorsed by Chris Martin the band leader of ColdPlay. Artists featuring on ‘Enigma’ are SupaFly, Charlie Corrie, Damien Alexander, Ouala, Lighter, award winning singer and songwriter Tania Tome of Mozambique and others.
Jon Germain so far has ‘This is who I am’ his maiden album to his credit. The 7-track album features J Town and Jayso and It has tracks like In my head (his first single), Can’t explain, Quiver, among others.
The world of music would be appalled by ‘Enigma’ because this album is a typical ‘sky rocketeer’ for Jon’s career as a musician due to very good production, songwriting and brilliant vocal performance.
Jon Germain is signed to the record label I-Contact and managed by NaturesClue Entertainment.
Bandana and IWAN kick start their music year with a lyrical beef.
If these two were in the same room someone would be taken to the morgue. But thank goodness for technology they share their grievances on songs and Facebook.
According to Bandana, IWAN was the aggressor who ignited the feud. “IWAN came back from London went on radio, poured a whole lot of insults on me. He said Rastafaria is older than my mother and father. They went to Volta region, told the fans to stop listening to any Shatta movement music because I preach violence. I went to Akuma village on the 29th of December, 2012 for a show and his MC said it open in the Mic and I quote: If you don’t like Shatta Movement say fire burn!!!”
After this incident Bandana released a song directed at IWAN titled ‘A Letter To IWAN’. IWAN replied on his Facebook page that, “Blessed morning to the force. Give thanks for patience and humbleness. No Gideon Force member should take the diss to my Mum a joke? But we are civilized , so we take things orderly. 3days and I will end all the fuckery. Thanks for ur patience and nobody attack nobody. Leave it in my Hands. I have taking all ur advices and I appreciate and will consider them. I love My Mummy and I will make her proud”.
Bandana didn’t seem bothered and told Ghana Music.com that “I am waiting for him to do what he wants to do in three days if suck your mother is a diss to his mum”.
Bandana also shed some light on that he thinks he is been influenced.
Gideon Force fans of IWAN are still waiting for IWAN to drop a retaliation joint.
President Mahama to host street carnival with Sarkodie, D-Black, Becca, R2Bees and others on Boxing Day
Though unconfirmed, GhanaCelebrities.Com is told that, R2Bees have secured $300,000 form the deal…In deed, their trap has indeed caught some big ‘Bayla’.
Meanwhile Peacefmonline.com gather that today January 22 is the birthday of lead singer of the group Mugees. Well happy birthday to Mugees and congratulation to the group of the moment.
R2Bees! .......Refuse 2 Be Broke!!!
Sarkodie Clothing Line “Sark Collections” out this year!
Sark Collections as it would be called will be launched this year, label sources have suggested.
First photos of some of the collections were released online on Tuesday by both artiste, and some members of his team.
There are indications his team intend to commercialize it, as it is the case with other established music brands.
Sarkodie joins a tall list of Ghanaian acts to have either had their
brand or stage name commercialized for the full monetary and image
enhancement benefits thereof.Take a look at one of the shirt and tell us if the Obidiponbidi is on point
Yvonne Nelson denies being in a ‘bikini’ relationship
Sultry Ghanaian actress has taken over her twitter handle again, and this time she is sending a clear message of her being a lonely maiden.
If you know the ‘controversial’ actress so well, then you will know that she doesn’t give a hoot at those who will bash her over her fun and life.
And in that vein, she has come out to debunk her state of relationship with the Kukere master-Iyanya. “I’m not in any relationship now…Love is a beautiful thing… humans make it ugly…I still believe in love”, she wrote.
Her response comes few days after news wires suggested she and Iyanya are back on track, after an earlier report of a strained affair.
But the big question is, who is pulling strings and who is playing pranks here?
For an actress cum producer who recently churned out one of the hottest movies in 2012 – Single and Married, which thus, rolled in accolades such as Best Film, Best Cinematography, and Best Director, at the just concluded 2012 Ghana Movie Awards, that’s a question for another day.
Jon Germain caught ‘In her Arms
Ghanaian Pop/R&B star, Jon Germain will on Thursday the 10th of January 2013 drop his newest single ‘In Her Arms’ from the album ‘Enigma’ on the ‘Drive Time’ on Joy 99.7 FM hosted by Bola Ray and an exclusive interview would be done on Saturday.
The song which talks about finding utmost love in his lover’s arms where comfort is keen, is Jon Germain’s newest single from his album ‘Enigma’.
The first single off ‘Enigma’ titled ‘Tell Me’ was ranked 8th in the world by Atlantic Magazine which is a credible source of news and entertainment in the USA.
His debut album was also endorsed by Chris Martin the band leader of ColdPlay. Artists featuring on ‘Enigma’ are SupaFly, Charlie Corrie, Damien Alexander, Ouala, Lighter, award winning singer and songwriter Tania Tome of Mozambique and others.
Jon Germain so far has ‘This is who I am’ his maiden album to his credit. The 7-track album features J Town and Jayso and It has tracks like In my head (his first single), Can’t explain, Quiver, among others.
The world of music would be appalled by ‘Enigma’ because this album is a typical ‘sky rocketeer’ for Jon’s career as a musician due to very good production, songwriting and brilliant vocal performance.
Jon Germain is signed to the record label I-Contact and managed by NaturesClue Entertainment.
IWAN angered by diss to mum from Bandana
Bandana and IWAN kick start their music year with a lyrical beef.
If these two were in the same room someone would be taken to the morgue. But thank goodness for technology they share their grievances on songs and Facebook.
According to Bandana, IWAN was the aggressor who ignited the feud. “IWAN came back from London went on radio, poured a whole lot of insults on me. He said Rastafaria is older than my mother and father. They went to Volta region, told the fans to stop listening to any Shatta movement music because I preach violence. I went to Akuma village on the 29th of December, 2012 for a show and his MC said it open in the Mic and I quote: If you don’t like Shatta Movement say fire burn!!!”
After this incident Bandana released a song directed at IWAN titled ‘A Letter To IWAN’. IWAN replied on his Facebook page that, “Blessed morning to the force. Give thanks for patience and humbleness. No Gideon Force member should take the diss to my Mum a joke? But we are civilized , so we take things orderly. 3days and I will end all the fuckery. Thanks for ur patience and nobody attack nobody. Leave it in my Hands. I have taking all ur advices and I appreciate and will consider them. I love My Mummy and I will make her proud”.
Bandana didn’t seem bothered and told Ghana Music.com that “I am waiting for him to do what he wants to do in three days if suck your mother is a diss to his mum”.
Bandana also shed some light on that he thinks he is been influenced.
Gideon Force fans of IWAN are still waiting for IWAN to drop a retaliation joint.
President Mahama to host street carnival with Sarkodie, D-Black, Becca, R2Bees and others on Boxing Day
It is dubbed the JM For The Youth Street Carnival, and the dress code for the occasion is white polo shirt and jeans. Several pro-Mahama groups such as Movement for Mahama (MFM), Youth for Mahama (YFM), Ladies for Mahama (LFM), Zongo for Mahama (ZFM), Vision for Mahama (VFM) and GH for Mahama (GHFM) will represent at the carnival which will start from 3pm till daybreak.
On the bill are Sarkodie, D-Black , EL, Becca, R2Bees, Eazzy, Kwaw Kese, Samini, D Cryme, Dr. Slim, Double, Guru, Michael Adangba and many more
Sarkodie finally receives original BET award plaque
Five months after winning the Best International Act award at the BET Awards, Ghanaian act Sarkodie has finally received the original plaque designed for the award.
Initially presented with a miniature plaque, authorities at the Black Entertainment Television have finally presented the “authentic” award plaque to Sarkodie.
Management of Sarkodie unveiled the plaque to a gathering of journalists in Accra on Wednesday December 19, during the launch of Sarkodie Live in Concert, which comes off on Christmas day.
Sarkodie, who was joint winner with Nigeria’s Wizkid, became the first Ghanaian artiste to win the award.
In a related development, all is set for Sarkodie Live in Concert. The concert will also feature performances from Nigeria’s Ice Prince and Iyanya as well as Obrafour, Efya, Keche, Sherifa Gunu, and EL.
Last year’s successful maiden edition, put Sarkodie on a whole new pedestal, as he was able to get thousands of music lovers to come out on Christmas day, packing the Dome of the AICC to the brim.
Sarkodie, who will be performing live with Kwame Yeboah’s Ohia B3y3 Ya Band, says he’s going to give his all on December 25.
“I am ready for this event. We’ve been rehearsing for some time now and I believe we are going to put up a good show,” he says.
“I’ve been a fan before and knows how it feels to attend a show and not get your money’s worth, which is why we are putting in a lot of hard work to ensure that this concert lives up to expectation, so that every fan will live the Dome happy”.
Sarkodie Live in Concert is powered by Duncwills Entertainment and Events Factory GH.
Empire Entertainment Signs 11 Year-old Rap Star Swag Kid
Empire Entertainment has secured the signature of fast-rising rap star Ese Emokiniovo, also known as Swag Kid. The 11 year-old is now going to be handled by Bola Ray and his charges at Empire.
A terse Blackberry update of Empire Entertainment CEO Bola Ray suggests, insisting that just as the label achieved enormous success with the likes of Double and Dr. Slim, Guru, and Ruff and Smooth among others, Swag Kid is also on his way to fame and glory.The 11 year-old talented rapper, already has an appreciable following, and it is expected that Empire will do a good job of positioning him well for a successful career.
With a huge underground following, Swag Kid has enjoyed relative recognition over the past few months, after a video of him performing in an Accra-based recording studio, went viral.
Watch Swag Kid
Ghanaian gay boys showing love in Public (If only Atta was Alive hmmm)
waa look at their faces.. and why is it that most handsome young men tend to be Gay??
is it some kind of virus or ???
Van Vicker, Nikki Samonas & Others At The Premiere Of ‘Joni Waka
With some few dollar notes, an American swag and a hope to ‘invest’ in the village, he hatches up a plan to get what he wants but his unofficial guide Paa Nii (Agya Koo), “the village eye”, gets things complicated.
Meanwhile the innkeeper’s wife expresses her affection for Joni as do many of the village girls, who referred to him as the ‘American man’ or ‘dollar man’. But Joni seemed to only have his eyes on the princess of the village.
Nigerian Actress Nkiru Sylvanus Kidnapped in Imo State | N100 Million Ransom Demanded
Barely one week after the kidnap of Prof. Kanene Okonjo, mother of Nigeria’s Finance Minister Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, another kidnap case is being reported in Imo State. Kidnappers in Owerri, the State capital, have reportedly abducted Nkiru Sylvanus, an actress and a special assistant on public relations to the Imo State governor, Rochas Okorocha.
Sources at the Imo state government house told SaharaReporters that Ms. Sylvanus was in the company of three others when she was snatched and driven away around 8:30 PM on Saturday. She was reportedly abducted close to the famous Concord Hotel, Owerri.It was learnt that the abductors have established contact with her family and have demanded a ransom of N100 million for her release. However, other sources say the ransom was demanded from the state government.
The governor’s aide was reported to have been taping an episode of a public relation’s show, “Inside Imo” which was expected to air on national television, when she was taken away in Owerri.
The police and other security agencies in the state have begun a search for the lady.
We pray she is found and in good health and is reunited with her family soon.
R&B star Trey Songz arrested after ‘assaulting woman in strip club’ by throwing money at her
He’s known for singing about ‘ladies in the club.’ But it looks like Trey Songz’ fondness for partying has got him into trouble.The chart-topping R&B star, whose real name is Tremaine Neverson, was arrested for assault after he allegedly threw some money which caught a woman in the left eye causing ‘substantial pain’.
The incident happened on 22 August at the club in Queens, New York, although the story is just now going public.
‘Tremaine Neverson, did throw a sum of United States currency at the complainant and said sum of United States currency struck the complainant’s left eye causing substantial pain to her left eye,’ police officers wrote in the criminal complaint.
Songz was taken into custody a month later for misdemeanor assault.
Songz faced a judge in November regarding the matter and is
scheduled to appear in court again in February. His album Studio V
debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart when it was released in
August, and has spawned a series of hits including Two Reasons in which
he brags about partying with ladies in clubs.
Pop In Dencia Storms Ghana For Sarkodie
Sensational pop singer Dencia will be touching down in Ghana this month, after several months of planning to visit Ghana.
The award-winning singer is well known for her beauty and singing prowess around the world. She has recorded a banging hot song with Ghana’s BET Award winner Sarkodie and she will be in town for the song’s release ahead of the Christmas festivities.Current videos of her hit singles; ‘Beri Beri’ and ‘Supergirl’ are getting massive attention, with a lot of rotations on world acclaimed platforms including MTV.
The California based recording artiste, Dencia was born to Cameroonian/Nigerian parents on March 26. She started indulging in her love for music and performing arts at the tender age of five.
Her African roots play a major role in her style of music. In her early years, she sang with her local church groups and schools but later went off the scene.
Determined and certain music was her passion, she stayed close to her love- music- by engaging herself in other fields in the entertainment industry like modeling, fashion, acting, and hosting music events.
She has featured in several music videos such as 50cent’s ‘Down On Me’, Chris Brown’s ‘Yeah 3’, as well as videos of artistes like Ludacris, Baby Bash and Lady Gaga. While doing this, she never stopped trying to reconnect with her music skills for the professional world.
In September 2008, Dencia took the ultimate decision to finally pursue her lifelong dream of being a musical sensation. Since then, she has recorded several songs, some of which include her first official hit single ‘Beri Beri’.
She has performed on big stages worldwide and graced some of the hottest red carpets such as the Grammy awards, Emmy’s, Oscars, BET, VMAs etc. Recently, she performed at the pre BET award event in Los Angeles, hosted The Game’s mix tape release party and has hosted parties worldwide.
Described as a fast rising singer, Dencia, who came into the limelight with her hit single ‘Beri Beri’, has officially dropped her second single titled ‘Supergirl’.
Supergirl, a charismatic pop love song, has Dencia showing a softer side of her where she defines herself as a diva who is simply looking for a man who will treat her right.
‘Beri Beri’ rocked airwaves upon its release and is still hot till date and from the sound of ‘Supergirl’, Dencia is improving in her talent and also showing that she won’t be stopping anytime soon.
Tonto Dike Replies Yvonne Nelson
Hunz lemme B, I’m happy n I earned dat Right*Sincere Apology 2d Hurtin Party,People change n So doez Feelin**Movin On iz a great Virtue dat takez U 2ur PROMIZE LAND** #POKO#
What Had Ensued Earlier…
From every indication, it appears the much talked about romance between Kukere master, Iyanya and Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson, has hit the rocks.
The pair began dating in July this year and were spotted together at several functions.
In his second hit single, ‘Your waist’, the maiden winner of Project Fame West Africa, repeatedly sang how much he adored the actress’ body.
According to the actress, the reason why the relationship has ended, was because Iyanya, was allegedly seeing another actress, Nollywood star Tonto Dikeh.
Rick Ross Cancels Concerts Over Death Threats
Rick Ross canceled concerts in Greensboro and Charlotte, although the exact reason has not been confirmed but it was gathered that local police were on high alert, over numerous threats against Rick Ross in recent weeks, by various factions of The Gangster Disciples.
The GD’s are upset over the fact that Rick Ross allegedly reneged on some sort of agreement and over the usage of the gang’s six-point star on the cover of his mixtape “The Black Bar Mitzvah.”
The concerts in North Carolina were also supposed to feature Maybach Music Group artists Meek Mill, Wale and others.
Live Nation Entertainment, which promoted the concerts, said refunds would be available beginning today (December 7).
Chris Brown to perform in Nigeria, December 22, after South Africa
It seems American R&B heartthrob, Chris Brown has Africa on his mind this December. After announcing his December 14th concert in South Africa earlier in the year, and also the news of his performance at the 2012 Kora Awards in Abidjan later in December, Chris Brown can also be expected in Lagos, Nigeria on December 22. Breezy will be in Lagos for a pre-Christmas show live at Eko Hotel Hall in Victoria Island, Lagos.
Beyonce Buys Jay-Z a N786Million Wrist Watch For His Birthday
Jay-Z turned 43 yesterday and Beyonce went out and purchased her husband the most expensive Hublot watch ever made. It’s called the “Big Bang”. The watch is diamond-encrusted and costs $5 Million.
Sonnie Badu Endorses Funny Face… Got His Swagon!
Upon seeing comedian Funny Face after a couple of times and interacting with him, I have noticed that he is one of the few celebrities who humbles themselves. Upon his stardom, he doesn’t see himself to be above anyone as some of the celebrities behave. The ‘no baga wire‘ man seems to be humble everywhere he goes and no matter who he is with. Don’t forget it was because of this humbleness that made him win the heart of player Adebayor for him to buy him a Range Rover.
I missed Sonnie Badu’s ‘Let The Peace Rain Concert‘
last Saturday at the Dome but upon watching a footage of Ramsey, Dumlo
and Funny Face singing, popular Chemu upon receiving the microphone to
sing showed some humbleness till he finished.
Sonnie Badu has also confirmed this humbleness of the man. This is what he said when Funny Face was singing at last Saturday’s event.
Sonnie Badu has also confirmed this humbleness of the man. This is what he said when Funny Face was singing at last Saturday’s event.
@funnyfacegh he is so humble twitter.com/SonnieBaduuk/s…— Sonnie Badu (@SonnieBaduuk) December 4, 2012
Funny Face for sometime now has been preaching about humbleness and i think that is what he is trying to exhibit
You see somebody today, the following day you hear they are dead and then you live your life thinking the world is for you. Humble yourself for GOD to lift you up for life is short .Don’t hate blindlyAlways respect everybody you meet for you don’t own and know the future.Stay humble and keep giving the glory to the Almighty . GOD bless you all
Well to me Zionfelix, I see him to be one of the
celebrities who are down to earth. What do you think about him. Lets
hear your opinion in the comment box below.
Ejisu Electoral Officer Arrested on Duty!
The Electoral Officer is alleged to have been thumb-printing some ballot papers before giving them out to voters.
He is currently in Police custody and has been replaced by another officer to ensure the voting process is not interrupted.
Elections 2012: Man Arrested For Double Registration In Kasoa
Information picked up during the research revealed that he led number of people to do double registration at Ngleshie Amanfro polling station, Joe men’s polling station, zongo 94 polling station, and Al-Madrasatul polling station. Kasoa police did extremely well when they were call upon.
A man by named Abdulai Mohammed has been arrested by security men on duty at the Joe Mens Polling Station within one of the newly created constituencies in the Awutu Senya area.
Reports say Abdulai Mohammed led a number of people within the area to engage in double registration which has been identified as a major electoral fraud.
Some of his accomplices, who had also double-registered were also picked up from the Ngleshie Amanfrom Polling Station, Zongo 94 Polling Station and Al-Madrasatul Polling stations.
“The police indeed responded swiftly to our calls and it worked because we are all going to ensure that this year’s elections is free from fraud related matters which often lead to confusion and unnecessary tension,” a concerned eyewitness who was also in the queue waiting to vote.
Some of his people tried to free him but the security on duty proved powerful and equal to the task.
JANET.....TEMA GIRL DO YAWA FOR SKOUT!!! TEMA GIRLS WHY???
SHE IS ON SKOUT AS "JANET" DISPLAYING HER GOODS TO WHITE MEN BUT LITTLE DID SHE KNOW SHE WAS TALKING TO A FAKE WHITE WHO WAS A BLACK A$$ BOI LOL..
Photo: Sarkodie-Branded Headphones .. Now On Sale!
Well as we told you, the Samsung Sarkodie-branded headphones is out already and on sale. It’s called ‘Obidi’s Chef’. Obidi’s Chief Authentic Headphones powered by Samsung Technology.available in Samsung stores in Ghana, Silverbird Lifestyle stores and all leading outlets. We will get our hands on one and check the sound and product quality. Take a look at the photo below of the product on shelves.
Manifest, Efya To Perform @ Alliance Française
Ghanaian rapper and songwriter Manifest, will on Friday December 14, rock the Alliance Francaise in Accra with a concert that will feature sleek singer Efya.
Noted for a magnetic stage presence, he has performed with several
internationally acclaimed artistes including Damon Albarn, Flea, Tony
Allen and Erykah Badu. The bearded star has also featured on five songs
on the ‘Rocket Juice & the Moon’ album, which was recorded by
Albarn, Allen and Flea.
Twice nominated for the 2012 Ghana Music Awards in the Best Rapper
of the Year and Songwriter of the Year categories, Manifest has
performed in various parts of Accra and beyond since his return from the
United States a few years ago.
An economist by training, Manifest is the co-founder of Giant
Steps, an interactive conference for creative entrepreneurs. He is also
one of three artists featured in the documentary, ‘We Rock Long
Distance’ by filmmaker Justin Schell.
In a related event, the third edition of ‘Indie Fuse’, an annual
musical extravaganza, will take place also at the Alliance Française on
Saturday December 15, with several artistes scheduled to perform.
The artistes include EL (Hiphop), DJ Olugbenga of Metronomy
(Electric Afro Beat), Liquideep (South African House), Kae Sun
(Futuristic Folk), Faintmetal (Pidgen Rock), Paapa of Skillions Records
(Electro Soul) and Zantou Lansrr (Nigerian Blues).
Institut Français (Ghana) in collaboration with Alliance Française (Accra) are supporting both concerts.
Van Vicker Is Not My Friend – Tonto Dike
Contrary to general perception that most Nollywood stars are friends with one another, Tonto Dike has claimed otherwise; that she is not necessarily friends with some of her colleagues.
Tonto, who recently had a messy fight with star actress Mercy Johnson and Van Vicker last year, has confirmed the rift between herself and the mentioned actors.She claimed Mercy Johnson was not her type and said she had let go of everything that transpired between them.
In a recent interview, Tonto had this response when asked why she chose not to attend Mercy Johnson’s wedding; “That’s not the reason I didn’t attend her wedding. It’s surprising why people think you just have to be everybody’s friend.
In the industry, I don’t know half of the producers and I work for them, I don’t even know half of my colleagues but I work with them, I kiss and hug them on set professionally.
“We flow, we enjoy the friendship on set based on the energy and connection that exists between myself and the next person on set but that does not mean we are friends in the real sense of it.
You can’t just be a friend to everybody, it’s a normal thing. Mercy Johnson and Van Vicker are just not my friends.”
Tonto Dike Crazily In Love With Terry G
When I was asked to review Tonto’s debut singles, I did not join people to abuse it, I only criticized the producer who was supposed to have corrected her and apply some touches of aesthetic and professionalism into the songs.
Today, despite all the rumbles, vibes and jives the song generated, Tonto, musically, is in hot romance with Terry G as she has just been featured in his new single entitled‘Crazically Fit’ produced by Terry G himself.
No doubt, Tonto’s delivery in this song will definitely keep her critics at bay. This is another wonder for the street that you need to listen to.
Sarkodie ‘Stabs’ R2Bees
According to credible information available to Peacefmonline.com, all is not well between two Tema based artistes R2bees and Sarkodie due to a looming tension between the two. The best pals fell off last weekend over an issue of mistrust and betrayal.
Sarkodie and R2bees who were billed alongside a Pan African group P-Square on the “Top of the World Celebration” concert, together threatened to boycott the show prior to the main night allegedly over an alleged huge disparity between their performance fee of (¢20,000 and ¢10,000 respectively) and that of the Nigerian stars P-Square, who reportedly charged close to $.200, 000.The two confronted the organizers together on Thursday evening November 22, and demanded additional money or they would not mount the stage.
According a close source, managements of Sarkodie and R2Bees were still in talks with the organizers the whole of Thursday and Friday still insisting on being paid more, but late Friday night a call was placed from Sarkodie’s camp to one of the senior executives of Charter House, organizers of the event, that they should forget about their demand and that Sarkodie was ready to perform.
Interestingly, all this happened without the knowledge of R2Bees or their manager who were leading the ‘crusade’ for more money. The duo (Mugees and Paedae) felt betrayed and disappointed in Sarkodie and his management, for stabbing them in the back to perform on a show they have both agreed not to perform until the organizers increase their performance fee.
According to Ike, manager of R2Bees, they had that information on Friday night when he was still negotiating that Sarkodie had agreed to perform, and when he confronted Sammy Forson, Sarkodie’s manage; he confirmed that indeed they had agreed to perform because they didn’t want any bad blood between them and the organizers. According to him they didn’t believe it until they were informed that Sarkodie actually mounted the stage to perform at the Independence Square, and that they (R2Bees) were replaced with Samini.
The group is currently dumbfounded that their friend Sarkodie could betray them for something they are both trying to change for the benefit of every Ghanaian artiste. They also feel misled because Peacefmonline.com gathers that this whole idea to boycott the show was Sarkodie’s idea and they trusted him enough to play along, but he rather double-crossed them.
However, R2Bees manager told Peacefmonline.com that “Oh! We as R2Bees do not hold anything against Sarkodie, we don’t have any problem with him but all I can say is that we have learnt our lessons. We have advised ourselves” Ike said admitting that Sarkodie “Obidiponbidi” has indeed ‘played Judas’ with them.
Meanwhile, when Peacefmonline.com contacted Sammy Forson Sarkodie’s manager, he promised giving us details of the whole issue later and stated that neither he nor Sarkodie betrayed anybody. “I will let you know the facts soon but let me put on record that Sarkodie didn’t betray nobody”, Sammy stressed.
It will be recalled that Sarkodie and R2bees started this crusade together against the event a organizers few days ago, and they both agreed to keep rebelling against event organizers until they treat Ghanaian artistes better than they do now.
They started this at the Joy FM “Nite With the Stars” on Saturday November 24, 2012 inside The Dome, when they both refused to perform even though they were at the venue, because according to them security was poor and also because their colleague Kwaw Kesse was attacked after his performance and after other confrontations backstage.
Even though both artistes are trying to paint a perfect picture to the public as though everything is fine between them, Peacefmonline.com can confirm that R2Bees have refused to communicate with Sarkodie since Saturday till date.
This is not too good for both artistes and their fans, because the two have quite a number of songs together, including Sarkodie biggest hit song “Baby”, which features Mugees, “Agyeeeii” by R2Bees and R2bees, latest single “Bayla Trap” which features Sarkodie, among other popular songs
Iyanya Uses Yvonne Nelson, Breaks Her Heart And Dumps Her For Tonto Dikeh
This is not rumor. Its fact! Iyanya’s four months relationship with Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson has ended. The two went their separate ways after Yvonne found out Iyanya was also involved with another actress, Tonto Dikeh. The relationship between Iyanya and Yvonne started in July this year and ended about a week ago. The one with Tonto, well, Iyanya and Tonto have been friends for a while, but they started getting real close in the last couple of weeks…
Yvonne has been venting on Twitter all morning…see below:
Samini To Release New Track ‘Time Bomb’ Featuring Wizkid On Dec.12
Samini on December 12 will be hitting Ghanaians with his latest track ‘Timb Bomb’ which features EME artiste and B.E.T award winner Wizkid. Samini has over the past few weeks proved to Ghanaians that he is around and was just watching the game from a corner. Keep it locked on Zionfelix Entertainment News for the exclusive first listen!
Nigerian Actor Enebeli Elebuwa Is Dead
The death has been reported of Nollywood actor, Enebeli Elebuwa who passed away in the early hours of today, Wednesday, December 5, 2012.
Confirming the news to NET, the PRO of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Frank Dallas,
described the veteran actor as a friend, brother and veteran that will
be greatly missed by both colleagues and the Nollywood community as a
whole.
Elebuwa, 65, had been battling with an undisclosed illness for over
a year and was reported to be responding to treatment in an India
hospital, where he was being treated until the sad announcement.
His death comes shortly after that of other veteran actors like Akin Ogungbe, who died last week, as well as Pete Eneh, who passed on last month.
MAVIS!!!! The Dansoman Fire Extinguisher (pics inside)
So if you catch Fire down there... Just call Mavis.. And she will cool you down ;)
Wizkid thrills fans in Dubai
Wonder star Wizkid is not letting the
disappointment of the Channel O awards slow him down as he stormed Dubai
over the weekend, to hold an electrifying performance at the capital’s
Crown Plaza hotel night club.
This is coming barely one week after a shattering Channel O awards left him without any laurels.
Wizkid appeared on stage to the roar of fans and immediately began unleashing his songs; hit after hit.
The arena was filled to capacity with most of the patrons being mostly Africans.
According to a fan “Everybody was excited to see Wizkid perform. His hit song 'Tease Me' got the crowd so excited. Then he did: 'Don’t dull', 'I Love my baby' and then 'Dance for me', it was really crazy!”
D’Banj is also expected to perform in Dubai in December.
He had a blast this year at the Channel O awards; snatching the ‘Most Gifted Male Video of the Year’ award and also the ‘Special Recognition’ award.
This is coming barely one week after a shattering Channel O awards left him without any laurels.
Wizkid appeared on stage to the roar of fans and immediately began unleashing his songs; hit after hit.
The arena was filled to capacity with most of the patrons being mostly Africans.
According to a fan “Everybody was excited to see Wizkid perform. His hit song 'Tease Me' got the crowd so excited. Then he did: 'Don’t dull', 'I Love my baby' and then 'Dance for me', it was really crazy!”
D’Banj is also expected to perform in Dubai in December.
He had a blast this year at the Channel O awards; snatching the ‘Most Gifted Male Video of the Year’ award and also the ‘Special Recognition’ award.
Lindsay Lohan arrested for club fight
Lindsay Lohan was arrested in the early hours
of Thursday morning for allegedly fighting with another reveller at a
New York nightclub, according to U.S. reports.
The Mean Girls star attended Justin Bieber's gig at Madison Square Garden and went on to the city's Club Avenue, where she was reportedly involved in an altercation with a female party-goer.
Reports suggest the actress clashed with the identified woman as they sat in separate booths at the venue.
Police officers were called to the scene and arrested Lohan as she tried to drive away from the club in a car, according to Tmz.com.
The actress was reportedly booked on an assault charge and remained at the police station as Wenn went to press.
The Mean Girls star attended Justin Bieber's gig at Madison Square Garden and went on to the city's Club Avenue, where she was reportedly involved in an altercation with a female party-goer.
Reports suggest the actress clashed with the identified woman as they sat in separate booths at the venue.
Police officers were called to the scene and arrested Lohan as she tried to drive away from the club in a car, according to Tmz.com.
The actress was reportedly booked on an assault charge and remained at the police station as Wenn went to press.
Rumor Mill: Strong man To Perform With P-Sqaure, Sarkodie And R2bees On Dec. 1
Reliable information reaching the entertainment desk of OMG!Ghana
reveals that, the winner of Gh One’s hip hop reality show,’ The Next Big
Thing In Gh’, Strong Man will be performing on the same stage with
Nigeria music duo P-Sqaure, B.E.T award winner Sarkodie and R2bees at
the Independence Square Saturday December 1. The gist disclosed that,
the Kumasi based rapper has been called by his management to come to the
capital city to come rehearse for a surprise show on Saturday of which
it will be disclosed to him tomorrow.
The Guinness ‘Top Of The World’ show comes of this Saturday at the
Independence Square in Accra which is headlined by Nigeria’s music group
P-Square, Sarkodie and R2bees also from Ghana.Your number one source of entertainment news, OMG!Ghana will follow this gist to bring out whatever happens tomorrow between his management and him
Uche Jombo Spits Fire!! Stop Talking Sh*t
But in a late turn-around, weeks after the news, Uche has openly spat fire like a dragon on the matter. The wife of Kenny Rodriguez went on twitter to show her anger while she reinstated that she is wonderfully made by God and as such, she won’t do anything to alter her face or nose.
“Dear clueless one, stop talking sh*t. If I want to do surgery, my nose and face will be the last thing I will touch because I am wonderfully made by God. Sincerely, Uche Jombo-R.”
The question is, who is fooling who?
Have You Seen The New Sarkodie-Branded Headphones ‘Obidi’s Chef’ … Errm! Is It Swagger-Jacking Beats By Dre?
Sarkodie has been branded Samsung Ambassador and many is being worked on between the company and the star. We told you about the customized Samsung products with Sarkodie’s signature engraved on the back and pre-installed Sarkodie songs on the device. It seems it didn’t end there. Guess what is next, Sarkodie’s own headphones which will be called ‘Obidi’s Chef’. Well Dr. Dre has made millions from selling headphones which has made many rappers like Ludacris, 50 Cent and more jump into the business. We got a picture of Sarkodie’s ‘Obidi’s Chef’ and sorry to say, it looks too similar to Beats By Dre. We can also see the Samsung logo on it. Well the packaging and design also looks similar to Dr. Dre’s ‘Beats By Dre
My question is ‘Will You Buy”? Yes, I would, for Obidi to make more
money and rap about it (sarcastic). Check out the photo of the
headphones as it stand in stores. It’s a good move but it’s not creative
enough. I’m sure if it goes viral a law suit can be served to whoever
is involved for patent copyrighting. Well leave your thoughts
Sarkodie’s Illuminati Song Was A Stolen Idea From Timaya’s Song
No matter what you do, people will have something to say about it.
Less than 24 hours since the rap act Sarkodie released his ‘Illuminati’
track, people have shared their views on it. Some are saying its a very
nice track, others are saying he shouldn’t have release it since he just
released a track two days ago ‘The Truth’ which talked about he not
performing about at Joy FM’s Night With The Stars event at the Dome last
Saturday. This is what a writer by name Duke Quagraine has also written about the ‘Illuminati’ track.
Zionfelix Entertainment News would like to ask you about your opinion about the “Illuminati” trackTimaya released ILLUMINATI track couple of months ago and now, OBIDI SARKODIE has also dropped… Illuminati…so that this mean Sarkodie stole the idea from TIMAYA “EGBERI PAPA 1 OF BAYESA” cos most of the lyrics bunches are the same…. LOL
TIMAYA -now am making money .. now dey say am an illuminati… am de same person nobody care.. MORE AND MORE AND MORE…SARKODIE- first i dnt av… now ders more cash so u calling me illuminati.. MORE AND MORE AND MORE..
Source:Zionfelix.tk
VIP Is Barbaric- Says Kwaw Kesse
Mad Time Entertainment, which manages Tema-based award winning hip-hop artiste Kwaw Kesse aka Abodam, has released a very strong worded and threatening press statement directed at the Accra-based music group, VIP.
The statement, signed by Fennec Okyere on behalf of Mad Time, warned VIP that if the group felt safe in Nima, a densely populated Accra suburb, Kwaw Kesse also had a strong support base in Tema and other parts of the country and his fans might physically attack VIP if the group went to those areas.
“We are calling on VIP to affirm their belief in creative competition without the need to resort to barbaric violence.
While VIP might feel safe in Nima, Kwaw Kesse and other entertainers also have fans from Nima to Ashaiman to Swedru and many other parts of Ghana who may want to attack VIP in retaliation.
“Violence begets violence and retaliation and in the run-up to our national elections, we urge musicians and every other sector of society to denounce and eschew violence and rather seek peaceful dialogue to resolve any differences they might have,” the statement noted.
The statement was necessitated by a misunderstanding that occurred between Kwaw Kesse and VIP during last weekend’s Joy FM Night with the Stars music contest between musicians in Tema and their Accra counterparts.
The organizers pitched Kwaw Kesse against VIP and according to the statement issued by Mad Time, Kwaw Kesse, during the show, went on stage with a banner that had the inscription VIP. The statement said Kwaw Kesse started trampling on the banner that had the name on VIP.
This development did not go down well with VIP and they were said to have demanded an apology when Kwaw Kesse ended his performance and joined them backstage.
Kwaw stood his grounds that he owed no apology to VIP and this misunderstanding degenerated into a physical confrontation between the two groups.
So chaotic was the situation that Sarkodie and R2Bees were said to have boycotted the event and left for home without performing.
Loyalists of both groups reportedly clashed and a few properties vandalized
But in a response to the statement from Mad Time, Lawrence Nana Asiamah Hanson aka Bulldog, manager of VIP, expressed utter shock in an interview with NEWS-ONE.
“Look, as managers, we should not be using the type of language that can provoke or fuel tension in anyway.
There is a challenge at hand and as industry players we should find responsible ways of addressing the challenge rather than coming out to describe VIP as barbaric or violent or saying that your artiste has support base at some places and that may attack VIP.
“I am shocked but let me once again use this platform to call on all our fans to remain calm no matter the extent of provocation. Let us show love even when it means we would be seen as fools,” Bulldog noted.
…I RAN FOR MY LIFE: Sarkodie
Below is a press statement from Sarkodie, explaining why he left the Joy FM Night with the stars without performing.
With reference to recent development within the media and on other platforms following Sarkodie’s non-performance at Joy FM’s Nite with the Stars organized Saturday, 24 November 2012 at the Dome of the International Conference Center, I deem it right to set the facts straight.
Sarkodie arrived at the venue two hours earlier than scheduled in high spirit and ready to thrill attendees and give fans one of his best showings in recent times.
However, this became impossible after a confrontation between teams of Kwaw Kesse and VIP had gotten physical.
A group of armed individuals broke into the changing room of Sarkodie and R2bees, threatening to get violent if we did not reveal the whereabouts of Kwaw Kesse.
We noticed a movement of several armed groups into the main auditorium and backstage for reasons we are yet to know.
That became a huge concern for me and members of my team, fearing what could happen when Sarkodie mounts the stage.
Fearing the escalation of the situation, as there weren’t enough security personnel to bring the situation under control, we indicated to members of the Joy FM team our concern, resolving of the fracas and the safety of Sarkodie, R2bees and management members.
Unfortunately, we had to leave the show premises as nothing was done about the security situation and fearing the safety of my artiste Sarkodie, R2bees and others.
This was an act and a decision taken not as a calculated attempt to tear down the show, rather due to the security concern.
However, we are more than willing to resolve this issue with the organizers of the Night with the Stars event and hope they will grant us their platform to clarify issues going forward.
Sarkodie sincerely apologizes to all attendees on the night and cherished fans who might have been let down by this act.
Be assured that you are still and will always remain his number one priority and he is committed to thrilling you at all times.
Thank you
Lionel Petersen Arrives For Sonnie Badu Concert
Renowned South African gospel and worship leader Lionel Petersen has arrived in Ghana for the hugely anticipated ‘Let Peace Rain’ concert with Sonnie Badu.
The concert, billed for this Saturday, 1st December, 2012 at the Dome of the Accra International Conference Centre, has been the talk of the town, especially in the gospel music community, for the last couple of weeks.
The concert is expected to be the biggest gospel music event to be staged in Ghana, and the arrival of the South African gospel legend is sure to boost the already hugely anticipated show as the big night draws closer.
Famous for mega gospel hits such as ‘Jabulani Africa’, ‘When the Righteous Prosper’, ‘Peace’, ‘Instruments of Your Peace’, and ‘Behold the Lamb’, Lionel Petersen is renowned not merely for the soul inspiring music he’s churned out since the 80′s but also for his abilities as a worship leader and a preacher .
Ironically, he began his career as a pop singer with legendary South African pop group, The Invaders, from 1969 to 1971.
He has collaborated with artistes like Chevelle Franklin, Neville D and Judith Sepuma and sang on the soundtrack for the 2008 feature film ‘Hansie’.
In 2010, he was a judge on the first season of the ONE Gospel reality competition Shine in his native South Africa.
This will be Lionel’s second visit to Ghana, and it is expected that he would bring his best performance to bear on Saturday night.
Lionel Petersen will be sharing the stage with Sonnie Badu, supported by Ohemaa Mercy, Cwasi Oteng, Nii Okai and DSP Kofi Sarpong.
Meanwhile, tickets for the concert are available for GH¢40 regular and GH¢70 for VIP tickets at the Joy FM front desk, Silverbird Lifestyle store, Sunny FM, TTC head office-West Airport and the Empire Entertainment head office, Lartebiokorshie.
The Sonnie Badu ‘Let Peace Rain’ concert is powered by Empire Entertainment and Media GH, and under the auspices of the Hour of Hope Trust.
“Hip Life Artistes Are Consistently Inconsistent”- My Beef
Gone are the days when we had people like Lord Kenya, Terry Bonchaka put
up splendid stage performances that left audiences asking for more.
Since the demise of the latter, and the former shifting from hiplife to
gospel, one cannot pinpoint to one hiplife artiste in Ghana who can
really rock the stage.
One barely sees the audience dance to songs being performed by our
artistes of late, the reason is simple; they fail to rock the stage.
Watching artiste after artiste perform at the just ended Joy FM old school reunion, there was no single one who impressed me or moved the crowd.What I know is, good music should come with good stagecraft. It’s one thing going to the studio, record a song and come out with a hit, and another thing selling your music to the crowd through your performance. One artiste who has gotten a little near, just a little, to what the Lord Kenya`s and Bonchakas did is Sarkodie, but he fails to impress when he is needed most.
Something I will term “consistently inconsistent” on his part because as an artiste, you should always leave your audience in a state that will make them look forward to your next show, a show that will again leave them asking for more, and more. I vividly remember those days when people wondered what the late Terry Bonchaka will come up with anytime he is billed to perform and he never failed to impress.
Lord Kenya was the yardstick for measuring good stage performance during his time as a hiplife artiste. What happened to our crop of hiplife artistes? Is it a case of lack of choreographers to coach them or is a matter of “I don’t care, let me just go on stage, mime, leave the stage and get paid.”
Guru and D-Black readily comes to mind anytime I want to mention artistes who have serious deficiencies in this area. Luckily for me, they were at the Joy FM old school event and characteristic of them, they failed woefully.
D-Black tried very much to impress and move the crowd at the fairgrounds but it didn’t work. He just couldn’t connect with them. Though his latest song”Vera” is a hit and enjoying massive airplay, he failed to live up to the hype that his song has generated since it was released.
The “Kyekyekyedeyfili” man, Guru is another musician who gets me looking elsewhere anytime I see him performing on stage. My reason is simple; am just embarrassed and wondering what might be going through the minds of those watching him. Since the days of “democracy” his first album through to “Akontafriedrice” his latest, he hasn’t changed my mind a bit about his stagecraft and I don’t see him picking up any soon. Yes, he is not ready to upgrade.
My candid opinion is for them to get choreographers, and not to take their fans for granted after paying huge sums of money to watch them perform and not to show their body. In my next article, I will pick other two hiplife artistes who are not up to the task. It’s high time we “expose” all of them and tell them to sit up because it is their fans that can make and unmake them.
Yvonne Nelson Movie Rules 2012 Ghana Movie Awards
Popular Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson’s movie titled ‘Single &
Married’ topped nominations for the 2012 edition of the prestigious
Ghana Movie awards.
The movie had 13 nominations including Best Actress In Leading Role,
Best Picture, Best Directing English Language, Best Art Direction, Best
Cinematography, Best Screen Play and Best editing categories.
Other movies that got nominations include ‘Hotel Babylon’, ‘Grooms Bride’, ‘My Story’, ‘Joni Waka’ and ‘Ghana Police’.
The event was on Monday launched at the premises of rLG offices in Accra to kick-start this year’s competition.
The award ceremony is scheduled to come off at the Accra International Conference Centre on Christmas Day, December 25.
This year’s event is being organized by Ghollywood Production Limited
in collaboration with rLG and TV3, and supported by Vodafone and Travel
Express International Hotel.
Organizers had wanted to shift the award date to December 2 due to
Ghana’s elections. But they finally decided on the usual date, December
25.
Among celebrities at the launching event were John Dumelo, Van
Vicker, Juliet Ibrahim, Martha Ankomah, Khareema Aguiar, Vicky Zugah,
Edward Agyekum Kufour and Amanda Jissih.
Top actresses Yvonne Okoro, Yvonne Nelson, Nadia Buari, Jackie
Appiah, Martha Ankomah and Nana Akua Addo were nominated for Best
Actress in Leading Role.
Van Vicker, John Dumelo, Prince David, Kofi Adjorlolo and Ekow Blankson were also nominated for Best Actor In Leading Role.
Obaapa Christy Calls On Political Parties To Use Her Songs For Campaign
Obaapa Christy, formerly Chrisitana Love has called on all political
parties to feel free and use her songs for their campaign. She revealed
that, she didn’t compose a campaign song for NPP during last year’s
election but they willingly took her ‘Moving Forward’ track and made it
their song and later saw her and gave her something as a token. The
musician whose marriage became noisy in the country some months back
disclosed that, each political party has gotten his share in his new
album titled ‘ Back To The Sender’.
The sensational gospel musician talking to Dave Hammer on Hello
Entertainment Review last Saturday on Hello 101.5 FM in Kumasi added
that Paa kwesi Nduom, Nana Addo , Prez. Mahama, Hassan Ayariga and other
flag bearers have their share of the songs on her album they can freely
use to campaign. She also disclosed that NDC needs her songs which
talks about them moving forward but not retarding in life. She also
said Paa Kwesi Nduom and Nana Addo’s share on his album is one track
which talks about changes in life because to them they need change in
the system of government. She further divulged that, they shouldn’t
forget to let her get something in her pocket since everybody needs
changes in life. She ended by saying the song purposely cam for
Ghanaians so as to motivate them and give them hope in life.
Obaapa Christie is out with a new born title’ Back To The Sender’
which was launched in Accra some few weeks back and will be launch in
Kumasi soon.
Pregnant Nollywood Actress Beaten To Death By Lover
A close pal of Silifonia, who is also an actress, divulged to Nigeriafilms.com that Silifonia’s boyfriend, who she is pregnant for, was in the habit of beating the late actress.
We promise to give you more details of her death as our source is presently in shock of the death of her close pa
Jon Germain Voted “Most Fashionable Man of The Year”
Allo TiGO TV host and pop musician, Jon Germain has been voted the
most fashionable man of the year, beating off the stiff competition.
He beat off a host of KOD, Joselyn Dumas, Eazzy, Chris Attoh, Yvonne
Nelson and Inna Patty to claim the accolade for ‘Fashion Icon of the
Year’.An attendant at the show said: ‘Undoubtedly Jon Germain is one of the most stylish men to grace Ghana”.
The 2nd Ghana Fashion Awards had performances from AJ Nelson and veteran US based Nii Obi Addo whiles eleven awards were given out to the deserving winners.
Jon Germain is currently wrapping up his 2nd album which will be released soon worldwide.
Okyeame Kwame And Actress Juliet Ibrahim Campaign For Peaceful Election
Less than a month for Ghanaians to go behind the polls to cast our
votes for our president and parliamentarians. Rap Doctor Okyeame Kwame
and actress Juliet Ibrahim have taken upon themselves to preach about
peaceful election in other for Ghanaians to be vigilant in their votes
so as not to bring about fight before, during and after the elections.
The two celebrities in an interview with OMG!Ghana all hinted on the
need to have peaceful elections.
Let’s stand for peace now so we can enjoy the Freedom and Justice our Nation gives us. I am Okyeame Kwame, a proud Ghanaian and I stand for Peace in the upcoming December polls. All I need is a peaceful ONE GHANA! Long live Ghana. God Bless Ghana!The sultry actress also adding her voice to it also disclosed that, she has been a victim in the wars of Cote D’voire and Liberia and she lost loved once. She added that, she doesn’t wish to go through that trauma again so come December 7 whoever losses should accept it for peaceful election
I have been a war victim in Liberia and Ivory Coast! I’ve lost loved ones and I do not wish to go through my past again! Please Ghana,let’s vote wisely on December 7.Come Decemebr 7, let whoever loses accept his defeat and whoever wins try and keep to his promises made for a better Ghana!Say No To Violence .Look around us in Africa,everywhere there is war or political unrest! Ghana is d only peaceful nation,pls do not be fooled by any leader! Any leader of a political party who encourages his followers to cause riots or any form of political unrest is not a good example!Please be wiseOMG!Ghana together with Best Rapper Alive (BRA) Okyeame Kwame and actress Juliet Ibrahim call on Ghanaians to maintain the peace we have always had from now, during and after the elections. #GhanaForPeace
Actor Mac Jordan Amartey Loses Leg
The ace actor is said to be suffering from a chronic form of diabetes which affected his leg, prompting doctors to cut it off.
Mac Jordan is well noted for the use of ‘big’ English words in his movies and known also for his tiff with another actress Grace Nortey in almost all the movies the two starred in.
He has been in the industry for so many years, appearing in the all-time favourite ‘Idikoko’ series, TV Theatre productions and numerous Ghanaian films.
Daughters of Glorious Jesus launch Back2Back Concert II
With ten albums and over 100 songs to their credit, the management of Daughters of Glorious Jesus on Tuesday launched “Back2Back 2013” aims at creating a platform for gospel music fans to enjoy thrilling soul-touching performances from the three sisters and many popular gospel artistes.
“The Back2Back concept, which we started from the beginning of this year with our first show on Sunday January 1st, has come to stay. Today we are launching the Back2Back 2013, which will be staged live on January 6, 2013,” Mr. Theophilus Yartey, a management member of the group told the media at the launch.
Beginning their individual music careers in the early 1980s, Mr. Yartey said, they became Daughters of Glorious Jesus in 1989, when one Reverend Akwasi Asare, saw the great talent and potential in them and gave them all the needed support.
Through the exceptional support of the Rev Asare, Daughters of Jesus recorded their first album in Europe in 1990. “Daughters of Glorious Jesus have sung in every major church programme and major churches in Ghana you can think of. We are proud and happy how God has used them to touch lives not only in Ghana but across the world,” Mr. Yartey said.
Launching the Back2Back concert, Mr. Samuel Attah-Mensah, Managing Director of Citi FM, a private local FM station, also traced the beginning of the gospel hit makers and urged them to tell their success story of staying together all these years by publishing a book.
Other gospel popular artistes on the bill for the Back2Back concert are Pastor Joe Beechem, Helen Yawson, the Tagoe Sisters and latest hit maker, Cwesi Oteng.
The concert, which will be staged a day before the swearing-in of Ghana’s next President on the January 7th, promises to thrill thousands of fans, including political party leaders and supporters.
The three daughters, Cynthia, Edna and Monica, who have promised to rock the Accra International Conference Centre once again, hinted at the launch that they would come out with another album next year.
Digital recording technology has made many musicians lazy – Buk Bak
Hanging out on Focus FMs Brunchtyme, the two expressed their aversion to some new technologies employed in the recording of music.
They argue that digital recording technology for example, has made many musicians lazy. They will always remain fans of the analog system of doing things though it’s hectic.
They say however that there some helpful technologies provided you find the right technical people to work with.
The highly sought after musical pair is so high on standards they are doing a fourth video for “Kolom”; one of their songs.
They say fans should expect a brand new video for “My Girl”. They also urge fans to keep their fingers crossed as they are poised to release three songs soon.
They are working to take their game to a new high by working with more foreigners on various projects.
Sarkodie Speaks On Joy FM "Nite With The Stars" 'No Show'
With reference to recent development within the media and on other platforms following Sarkodie’s boycott of Joy FM’s Nite with the Stars organized Saturday 24 November 2012 at the Dome of the International Conference Center, I deem it right to set the facts straight.
Sarkodie arrived at the venue 2 hours earlier in high spirit and ready to thrill attendees and give fans one of his best showings in recent times. However, this became impossible after a confrontation between teams of Kwaw Kesse and VIP had gotten physical.
A group of armed individuals broke into the changing room of Sarkodie & R2bees threatening to get violent if we did not reveal the whereabouts of Kwaw Kesse. We noticed a movement of several armed groups into the main auditorium and backstage for reasons we are yet to know.
That became a huge concern for me and members of my team fearing what could happen when Sarkodie mounts the stage. Fearing the escalation of the situation as there wasn’t enough security personnel to bring the situation under control, we indicated to members of the Joy FM team our concern, resolving of the fracas and the safety of Sarkodie, R2bees and management members.
Unfortunately we had to leave the show premises as nothing was done about the security situation and fearing the safety of my artiste Sarkodie, R2bees and others. This was an act and a decision taken not as a calculated attempt to tear down the show, rather due to the security concern.
However, we are more than willing to resolve this issue with the organizers of the Night with the stars event and hope they will grant us their platform to clarify issues going forward.
Sarkodie sincerely apologizes to our all attendees on the night and cherished fans who might have been let down by this act. Be assured that you are still and will always remain his number one priority and he is committed to thrilling you at all times.
Sarkodie arrived at the venue 2 hours earlier in high spirit and ready to thrill attendees and give fans one of his best showings in recent times. However, this became impossible after a confrontation between teams of Kwaw Kesse and VIP had gotten physical.
A group of armed individuals broke into the changing room of Sarkodie & R2bees threatening to get violent if we did not reveal the whereabouts of Kwaw Kesse. We noticed a movement of several armed groups into the main auditorium and backstage for reasons we are yet to know.
That became a huge concern for me and members of my team fearing what could happen when Sarkodie mounts the stage. Fearing the escalation of the situation as there wasn’t enough security personnel to bring the situation under control, we indicated to members of the Joy FM team our concern, resolving of the fracas and the safety of Sarkodie, R2bees and management members.
Unfortunately we had to leave the show premises as nothing was done about the security situation and fearing the safety of my artiste Sarkodie, R2bees and others. This was an act and a decision taken not as a calculated attempt to tear down the show, rather due to the security concern.
However, we are more than willing to resolve this issue with the organizers of the Night with the stars event and hope they will grant us their platform to clarify issues going forward.
Sarkodie sincerely apologizes to our all attendees on the night and cherished fans who might have been let down by this act. Be assured that you are still and will always remain his number one priority and he is committed to thrilling you at all times.
9ice Poses With Hired Car As He Shoots Music Video In UK, Starts False Car Acquisition Hype
Nigeriafilms.com can authoritatively confirm that
singer, 9ice, whose music career has nose-dived in recent times, is
currently in London for the video shoot of his song, ’3310′. A source
close to 9ice revealed to Nigeriafilms.com that the
estranged husband of Toni Payne jetted out to London some days ago for
the music video shoot, which has already started today, Monday, November
26, 2012.
One of his representatives confided in Nigeriafilms.com that 9ice is doing everything possible to launch himself back into the Nigerian music mainstream like his ‘Gongo Aso’ days.
The source further revealed to Nigeriafilms.com that
9ice is also in the UK for the much hyped AY Live show held last night,
Sunday, November 25, 2012 at the Indig02 in the UK.
Furthermore, Nigeriafilms.com authoritatively
confirmed that another representative of 9ice has started a fake
acquisition of a Rolls Royce car allegedly bought by the singer.
Few days ago, Nigeriafilms.com received a picture of
9ice posing with an about N50million worth Rolls Royce car believed to
be bought by him in the UK. Our investigation revealed that the picture
of 9ice posing with the expensive car was meant to create unnecessary
media hypes for 9ice. We then confirmed that the car was hired for his
music video shoot as he never bought the car as speculated by one of his
representatives.
2012 Big Brother Africa Winner, Keagan Petersen In Auto Crash, Damages Arm
Report reaching Nigeriafilms.com has it that 2012 Big Brother StarGame winner, Keagan Petersen was involved in a serious car crash yesterday, Sunday, November 25, 2012 in Cape Town, South Africa. The auto accident, as we gathered, has left him with a damaged arm in three different places.
According to him, as posted through his Facebook page, “So,
[I] was in a big car accident this morning, [my] arm [was] shattered in
three places. To the guy, who was driving on my side of the road, I
forgive you. Much love people, enjoy your weekend!”
Nigeriafilms.com gathered that Keegan was admitted
at the Constantiaberg Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa. We hear he is
in a good condition now.
More On Mzbel Pregnancy
The question of who is responsible for the pregnancy of sensational
singer Mzbel has popped up once again after photos of the singer and a
certain Maxwell Mensah hit media circles.
Already, the said Maxwell had been widely speculated as being the man
responsible for the musician’s pregnancy, although this has not been
proven beyond doubt.
Several news reports had speculated that Maxwell was responsible for
Mzbel’s pregnancy and that Maxwell was believed to be her manager.
Interestingly, this same Maxwell was said to have dated or may be
dating actress Nana Ama McBrown. It is obvious Mzbel would not be
comfortable with the public’s interest in who impregnated her but this
is one of the challenges she may have to live with as a celebrity with a
large fan base.
Indeed, when news broke that the musician was pregnant, she denied it
vehemently but from all indications, the singer is very pregnant and
cannot hide it any longer.
Already, she has a handsome son in his early teens.Perhaps, after
delivery, the child’s father would not be hidden from the public any
more.
But until then, the question still remains unanswered and her fans would continue to miss her public shows
DKB Slap Made Me More Popular – Zainab
Sierra Leonean’s representative at the recently held Big Brother
Africa Stargame, Zainab O. Sheriff, has revealed that Ghanaian comedian
Derrick Kobina Boney (DKB) is a professional slapper.
DKB was on Monday, June 4, 2012 disqualified from the reality show
for slapping Zainab who peeped at him while he was taking a shower.
Speaking exclusively on Showbiz Today with Bola Ray on Hitz Fm,
Zainab noted that if she had not taken part in this year’s Big Brother
reality show and received that slap, she would not have been this
famous.
She said, “I am the girl with the most famous slap in Africa, I tell
you that slap was not easy ooo. I tell you one thing for sure, DKB can
slap. DKB is a professional slapper.”
She also said if she had seen that slap coming, she would have run
for her life. Zainab, who is also a model, however admitted that she had
a big mouth and most contestants knew about it when they were in the
Big Brother house but she said the slap was unexpected.
She revealed that DKB did not know that something like that could happen to them in the cause of their stay in the house.
Zainab disclosed that they had both gotten over it and were now good
friends. “Well we are over it because I look at things in the positive
side. I don’t dwell on negativity, DKB is sorry, I have forgiven him. I
have moved on, I hope he has.”
Zainab also disclosed exclusively on the show that she was planning to change her nationality and become a Ghanaian.
She said, “Have you been to my country? I don’t like it at all, so
when I arrived in Ghana, I just said to myself, I’m gonna change my
nationality. I am going to be a Ghanaian and the most thing I like about
Ghana is that, Former President Jerry John Rawlings is from Ghana.”
Zainab was in Ghana over the weekend to party with her Ghanaian
housemates DKB, Keitta and Eazzy and she also used the opportunity to be
part of the 4Syte Music Video Awards.
The model is currently based in Istanbul, Turkey and has done
extensive runway shows for several magazines including Elle magazine,
Marie Claire and Vogue.
The Fight Between Kwaw Kesse And V.I.P At Joy FM’s Night With The Stars .. What Really Happened!
The annual ‘Night With The Stars’ hosted by one of Ghana’s leading radio stations Joy FM this year didn’t end successfully as expected. The event which wanted to settle the controversies as to which city had the best artiste in Ghana unfortunately for some reasons, had to come to an end which didn’t allow Samsung’s ambassador Sarkodie and R2bees to perform.
Before the night of the event, the organizers of the show had paired the Tema based artiste with their Accra counterparts. Sarkodie was to battle it out with Samini, Double and Keche, Eazzy and Itz Tiffany, D-Black and E.L, Buk Bak and R2bees and the commotion setters VIP and Kwaw Kesse.
The man insane who was paired to battle it out with the Nima gourp V.I.P who was about coming to perform was led by 7 semi nude ladies in their bikinis with MADTIME written on their butts with each girl with a letter. The last lady with with the letter ‘E’ coming on stage was holding a flyer with V.I.P written in it and spread it on the floor for Kwaw to walk on it when he was coming to perform which implies that he has stepped on (V.I.P) and has conquered them.
V.I.P came to rock their fans after Kwaw came to show them that disrespect. Promzy after their intro song and were about to start with their main performance disclosed how unhappy they were with what Kwaw did. His two other colleagues joined him to show how angry they are and directed some insults to him. They also disclosed that Kwaw knelt down on his knees to beg them at the back stage. According to reports gathered from backstage, there was a quarrel between Kwaw Kese and V.I.P before they came on stage and after their performance which led to some unidentifiable people pulling gun.
According to a source at Joy FM, the bouncers of Kwaw and VIP exchanged blows at the back stage by then Kwaw had left the venue. Hip-life grand papa who met VIP at the Rockstones office advised them to forget about everything which happened but Promzy was very angry and said he will meet Kwaw in his house the following morning.
After all these incidents, there were left with two great Tema artistes Sarkodie and R2bees and one giant Accra based artiste Samini who were left at the back stage to perform.The order of performance was Tema performs then Accra performs but after V.I.P, it was the turn of R2bees to come on stage but Bola Ray the MC called on Buk Bak and later came to announce after Buk Bak’s performance that Sarkodie and R2bees said they wont perform. Fans at the Dome screamed to call Sarkodie and R2bees but they kept adamant to their call. Bola Ray later announced that Ghana’s number one dancehall artiste Samini was ready to rock so he introduced him and he put up a splendid performance.
If you ask me, I would say, it was Childish on VIP’s side to take it personal as the show is dubbed ‘Accra Vs. Tema’ so your opponent has to do anything to put your through the dirt as that is the order of the day and after all they are grown folks and should have been taken as such, I also blame the event organizers as obviously neither of them rehearsed or knew what was about to be done as it all came as a surprise to the artists and the audience. In all, it is really uncalled for and VIP should man-up. Let us know your points of view.
WHAT’S WRONG IF WOMEN TAKE OVER NOLLYWOOD?- GENEVIEVE NNAJI
The emergence of fiberisima Ibinabo as first female president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, to Nollywood’s A-list actress, Genevieve Nnaji is a gender changing moment for growth. Genevieve speaks on her contribution to the whole event and her hope that women would continue to take-over the mantle of leadership in all human endeavors.
What is your comment and contribution to the emergence of Ibinabo Fiberisima as AGN`s first female president?
I personally endorsed her and I encouraged her to contest. I am really glad that she made it.
Do you see her coming as a new era of good things to come in AGN?
I hope so and I think a lot will change. Once there is a change, just a little hole, it will create an expansion and doors would be opened. We are all hopeful, fingers crossed. This will be a good thing for the industry as a whole.
But is it African or socially right for women to take over the control of the AGN?
What is wrong with that? If that is not true but then, what is wrong with that? We are human beings; you have men, you have women.
What other optionts are there ,dogs?
What other optionts are there ,dogs?
What kind of support are you giving her?
I am giving her my personal support anyway she wants it and anyway I can, at least to my ability.
Has she approached you yet?
Well, she has spoken to me about one or two things; nothing conclusive yet. But yea, they are things I am not going to shy away from.
Are you still that close to your sister and family or has money and fame taken far from her?
Yes. I am always going to the family home. That is where I left before coming to this event.
DKB apologised then went down on his knees and kissed Zainab’s feet.
Ex BBA housemates DKB
from Ghana and Zainab from Sierre Leone were disqualified from the BBA house in
June for getting physical with each other. DKB later released a song
apologising to Zainab and Africa for his behaviour.
The Ghanaian comedian
and radio presenter apologised once more to Zainab on Live TV in Ghana
yesterday. The former housemates appeared together on Viasat’s ‘The One Show’
with Joselyn Dumas and PY Addo, where DKB apologised then went down on his
knees and kissed Zainab’s feet.
Captain Planet’s Wife Arrested
Reports indicate that Norway-based socialite Elizabeth Quarm, who is also the mother of hiplife trio 4×4 member, Captain Planet’s child has been arrested for ransacking the rapper’s home. She allegedly Robbed the rapper’s home at the Spintex Manet Cottage over the weekend and made away with all his belongings over the fact Captain Planet doesn’t want her again. Elizabeth was arrested on Thursday afternoon on arrival at the Kumasi Airport. She’s currently in police custody awaiting a return flight to Accra to be processed for court
Okyeame Kwame Gives Back His To Fans
“I am toning down and doing lots of exercising in the gym just for the fans,” those were Okyeame Kwame’s last words on the Okyeame Kwame Versatile Show Countdown reality series. The scene was at a gym with Okyeame Kwame’s gym instructor taking him through vigorous exercising routines.
On this series, the multi-talented musician who is combining music, dance and theatre on one stage at the National Theatre, dedicated it to his fans.The MTN Ambassador was shown in the series talking about his passion for helping others. He took time to thank the number mobile network in Ghana, MTN, for their support of his Hepatitis B project. This
was timely because, the MTN Foundation was celebrating its 5th year in reaching out and touching the lives of Ghanaians.
The Rap Doctor earlier had made a stop at the Techno Ghana Limited office to sign a deal with the Telephone manufacturers to become their brand ambassador. It seems a lot is going the way for versatile singer lately.
Okyeame Kwame took time to explain to Jocelyn Buckman, Relationship Manager of Techno Ghana, what the Okyeame Kwame Versatile Show was about and what his motivations were. After the usual familiarization with the executives of the company, it was off to rehearsals at Musigha.
Racquel and Caroline stopped by to have their session with the ex-megastar band. Okyeame Kwame so in his element was elated by the band said to the cameras, “The real work is done at the rehearsal and
the real event is a funfair.” It was fun seeing the two ladies doing their thing on live television cameras. The drama was beyond measure!
Viewers were also treated to the shooting of ‘Kwame K3 Tinny S3’. On this track which Okyeame Kwame features Tinny and Edem is fast moving, danceable, intriguing and very moving for those who love quality music.
The toast of the episode was the promo to award Okyeame Kwame’s fans. Fans are required to send OK to MTN short code 1327 and answer a set of questions on Okyeame Kwame.
The fan who is able to answer all the questions becomes Okyeame Kwame’s Number One Fan, and win loads of prizes which include massage and pedicure for two from Kenzo’s Place, Brand New phone from
Tecno Phones, MTN airtime, Branded Versatile Show shirts, autographed Okyeame Kwame Versatile show CD.
And this is before the show hits the stage on December 14th at the National Theatre. Are you already texting? If not what are you waiting for?
The Versatile Show Countdown reality series airs on GH One this and every Sunday at 3pm with a repeat on Monday at 8pm. Okyeame Kwame Versatile Show is sponsored by MTN, Fiesta Condoms, Roverman Productions, AheadMedia and Tecno.
Jay Ghartey Features Top Ugandan Singer On New Single
In a move that ultimately puts African music on the global map, sensational Ghanaian-American artiste Jay Ghartey has completed work on his latest single, which features the crown-princess of Ugandan music, Juliana Kanyomozi.
Indeed, the synergies of this duet do not only spawn from the unique creativity of both artistes, but also from the fact that the attempt successfully mirrors the huge artistic potential of West and East Africa.The song, titled “Love You Better,” epitomizes grand quality work in every regard, as it embraces varying musical conventions that makes it different from the typical Hiplife flavour many Ghanaian music-lovers are exposed to.
It is understood that the two multi-talented, youthful African artistes met recently in Uganda to do a remix of Jay Ghartey’s hit song ‘My Lady,’ from where the idea to record the song also came up.
Already, some disc-jockeys and journalists who have listened to the song opined that given the required promotion, “Love You Better” could become one of the hit songs on the continent and possibly sweep some awards in the year ahead.
They have, thus, voted a huge thumbs-up for Jay Ghartey and Juliana Kanyomozi for their collaboration and artistic creativity.
In an interview in Accra on Monday, Jay Ghartey said he was delighted that even before the song is released, “a lot more people, including DJs and journalists, who have had the opportunity to listen to the song, have tipped it to make waves on the continent in the coming year.”
Sharing his views about Juliana, Jay noted: “Juliana is a highly respected singer and entertainer in Uganda who has won many enviable awards, such as becoming the first female musician to be decorated as ‘Artist Of the Year’ at the Pearl Of Africa Music (PAM) Awards.
“She has a voice that is rare to find anywhere; she’s also a classy young lady and it’s easy to see why her people love her so much. I am honoured to work with such talent,” Jay said, revealing that he would soon be travelling to Uganda to perform and also shoot portions of
the “Love you Better” there.
How I Cope With Stardom- Pawpaw
Handsome but miniature in nature actor, Osita Iheme popularly called Pawpaw in Nollywood, has revealed the secrets of how he is able to cope with stardom.
According to him, ‘’each time I leave the house, I always have it at the back of my mind that I am a celebrity. I know that people will come to me and do all sorts of things out of excitement. I try to be involved in such scenario whenever I find myself in a situation where fans gather around me. I try to always remember that these fans are the ones that admire my work. I always try to keep a head straight and carry on with my fans.’’Osita who is still single unlike his friend, Chinedu Aki said he wants to help the younger generation and help build a solid foundation for them. ‘’I want to help a lot of people in future. I want a situation where young and talented people can say that Osita Iheme inspired them to be what they are. I want them to say that I was the one that influenced their lives positively. I want to help build the younger generation. I also try to help people in need. I just want people to look back and say that they are what they are because God used me to touch their lives.’’
4×4′s Fake Live Performance Exposed
Though many industry pundits have campaigned for the inclusion of live band performance in our stage acts, the least they expected was to have some Ghanaian artistes deceive fans in the name of live performance.
May be you were not at the just ended MTN 4Syte Music Video Awards last Saturday at the Accra International Conference centre, but as much as you have Flex newspaper reporters as your informants, then your problem is solved. Hip life trio 4X4 made up of Captain Planet, Coded and Fresh Prince are at the centre of this mess. When it was time for the award winning trio to dish out powerful performances last Saturday, the three together with their five piece “Ohia be ye ya band” led by Kwame Yeboah rushed onto the stage to arrange their drum kit for that spectacular show.Unlike many other shows, where drum kits are always ready for action on a stage with all the necessary set up, over there players had to run and arrange the drum kits for the trio when their name was mentioned. Their action raised eyebrows due to the kind of quality sound that was emanating from the speakers since a live set up without the required setting could provide such sound as pure and clean like what we were enjoying.
Some people started raising alarm including showbiz pundit Arnold Asamoah Baidoo of Razz fame, who started a vox pop mildly asking the opinions of people as to whether they realized that the hip life trio 4×4 dramatized their live performance. Flex newspaper reporters heard and wanted a clear verification of the allegation so quickly went to the floor, light and sound manager of the event (name withheld) for clarification and this is the information he gave to Flex newspaper.
“I know what 4X4 played during the performance is not a live thing but a charade painting a picture of a live band performance. They had recorded the performance especially the instrumentation live in a recording studio but it was not live on the stage. May be that is the way they wanted to do stuff so we could not complain. Yes, 4×4 never played a live band as we saw. The whole band had rehearsed and am sure they acted it so very well” the young man known for producing many events such facilities like sound and light told Flex newspaper when we contacted him at the conference centre.
4X4, we know you can do well on the stage so please get us the real live thing so we can really measure your output anytime. Any way how about Kwame Yeboah, we are sure he knows better and loves his live thing so what really happened. No wonder the drummer was spotted wearing jacket but played the drum in his own rehearsed way.
Bishop Obinim Again!
Controversial self-styled Christian leader Bishop Daniel Obinim, best remembered for invading a radio station with a carpenter’s crowbar to assault some persons, is in the news again for another reason that has nothing to do with Christianity.
Bishop Obinim, leader of God’s Way Church, is claiming that he made circular music ‘Lapaz Toyota’, by hiplife artiste Guru, a mega-hit.This revelation from a Christian leader comes as a shock, especially when ‘Lapaz Toyota’ was largely considered to have profane lyrics.
Bishop Obinim was recently shown on Metro TV telling his congregation that Guru sent him a copy of the ‘Lapaz Toyota’ CD for special prayers to be said over the song and that after the prayers, the song became a hit.
The Christian Bishop and his congregation were seen on TV singing the song right in the church auditorium.
Meanwhile, opinions remain divided on whether ‘Lapaz Toyota’ should be rated 18.
This follows claims that the song has some profane notes, with emphasis on a controversial and popular line somewhere in the lyrics which some music observers interpret to mean “Lick my d**k”.
However, Guru has raised objections, saying the song has got nothing profane in it and denied usage of profane words as “Lick my d**k.”
He spoke with NEWS-ONE in a previous interview: “I believe in people and how they feel comfortable with what they think and how they think like.
That word is not lick my d**k or hit man. No, no, no, it is far from that. Even the starting of the song, people have their own way of interpreting.
But the word is hikma, it is a hook. I got that idea from an old song. Hikma is a name.
“No, ‘Lapaz Toyota’ is not a profane song. I got this idea when I was driving around Lapaz. That was when I was planning for the new single after my ‘Mmaa Kuo’.
So I was trying to target the masses and targeting the masses is all about coming out with something that can build up to that line.
So I was driving around Lapaz, and I saw this well-dressed guy with the girlfriend seated by him in his car. They were kind of very happy but my only problem was the car.” “You don’t expect such a beautiful girl and well-dressed guy to be in such a car. So I realized oh ok….I was trying to understand the reason why they were happy.
So I realized, we should be content with whatever we have. If the car does not look so good, they are still ok with it. It is kind of a priceless thing but they cherish it. That motivated me to record the song.
Somewhere along the line, while recording the song, these whole ideas came up. ‘Lapaz Toyota’ is not referring to a lady, [but] rather appreciating something priceless,” he added.
Omotola Jolade-Ekeinde: The Reinforcement
It’s quite obvious that the Nollywood diva, Omotola Jolade-Ekeinde doesn’t want to grow old. To keep up her game in the industry, the beautiful mother of four is putting a positive reinforcement of actions together to keep up her game in the movie arena within and outside Africa.
Evidently, these new set of Omotola’s pictures are additional strengthening materials to stand her out amongst her competitors. No doubt, Omosexy, as she is fondly called, is leaving no stone unturned to keep her flag flying.
Evangelist Diana Asamoah Sings For Nana Akufo Addo
The ace musician, with over seven albums to her credit, did the song to help Nana Akufo-Addo because she believes when Nana Addo becomes president, there would be hope for the poor.
Evangelist Diana Asamoah, in the song, said the hand of the Lord was upon Nana Addo because Nana had dedicated his life to assist the needy in society, adding that his free SHS educational policy would go a long way to help the poor in society.
The song also urged Nana Addo not to panic throughout his campaign activities because the Lord was always with him and would lead him to the promised land, and also prophesised in the song that God would use Nana Addo to save the poor in the society.
Diana said Nana Addo was a good statesman, had done a lot for the country and had a deep passion to tackle problems affecting the poor.
The well-liked singer said in the song that she felt if there was an individual out there that had the ability to steer this nation in a certain direction which would benefit everybody, it was Nana Addo.
According to her, she was convinced that Nana Addo was the best presidential candidate to move the country’s development agenda forward and she would whole-heartedly support him.
Kate Middleton is pregnant, says close friend Jessica Hay
20 November 2012
Kate Middleton pregnant" the internet headlines have screamed for the past 12 months or so, though she's strangely yet to give birth to a child.
However, Jessica Hay, a childhood acquaintance of Kate's says the Duchess of Cambridge is definitely, 100 percent, well and truly pregnant this time.
Ms Hay told Australian tabloid New Idea that Middleton is expecting, adding, "They're planning to make an announcement in December. William and Kate are focused on starting a family."
The magazine attempts to add credence to the story by reporting on Middleton's recent "weight gain."
Hay added, "It seems very traditional, but of course they'll be happy with boys or two girls, they don't want more. They've discussed it endlessly and don't want to be older parents."
So, it's probably wise to tell you who Jessica Hay woman is anyway. Back in 2010, she claimed Middleton told her about her engagement via phone before she told anyone else.
She also predicted that the wedding would happen sometime in 2011. We're still dubious about the whole thing, though Middleton and Prince William have made no secret of their desire to have children, so who knows?
In other Kate Middleton news, Marie Claire is reporting that the Duchess sent back samples from the Kardashian's new Dorothy Perkins collection.
Though she's known to be keen on high street trends, it looks like this was a step too far for Kate
Jackie Chan to step back from action movies
20 November 2012
Hong Kong superstar Jackie Chan has announced upcoming movie 'Chinese Zodiac' will be his last major action adventure.
The Kung Fu master will scale back on lead roles after the film premieres in China next month, and he hopes to devote more time to charity work.
Chan plans to rely more on special effects technology in future big screen outings as he admits stunts have become increasingly difficult to perform as he approaches 60.
He tells Reuters, "I'm not young any more, honestly. Why (do) I have to use my own life to still do these kind of things? I will still do as much as I can. But I just don't want to risk my life to sit in a wheelchair, that's all."
However, the 58 year old is confident fans will love 'Chinese Zodiac', in which he plays a treasure hunter.
He adds, "I'm the director, I'm the writer, I'm the producer, I'm the action director, almost everything. This really, really is my baby. You know, I've been writing the script for seven years."
I have had unprotected sex with 300 women - Wanlov the Kubolor
20 November 2012
Controversial Ghanaian Pidgin rapper Wanlov the Kubolor has granted yet another mind-boggling interview with television presenter Delay, during which he disclosed that he has four children with four different women.
Kubolor also said he currently has active sex mates numbering between 10 and 15 and that he has over the years had unprotected sex with some 300 different women.
“I know they would be more than 300 but not up to 500. I believe I have had sex with about 300 of them - both young and old.
One was as young as 17 but she does not look it. Sometimes they are as old as 49 or 50,” Wanlov noted.
Speaking on the rebranded Delay Show on Viasat 1 last Friday, Wanlov said though he had heard all the education about HIV, he preferred to have unprotected sex because he did not enjoy using condoms.
“I have heard about HIV but I do not think about it just like I always walk bare footed and I do not think of the possibility of something piercing or cutting my feet.”
Interestingly, the musician said he had not performed any marital rites for any of the four women who had children for him.
He explained: “For me, I don’t believe in the concept of marriage. I am not moved by external pressure where I have to hold a ceremony in the presence of some people to prove a bond between my wife and I.
“I don’t see such things as important. I know the child we have together is more powerful than ring, marriage, customs and all that. My focus is how to cater for my wife and child in a responsible way.
“My criteria for a woman who will carry my baby is someone who has a good heart and loves people. I select the women who I want to give birth for me. None was by accident.”
Wanlov said three of his ‘wives’ were outside Ghana studying midwifery but one was in Ghana working as a fruit seller at Dzorwulu in Accra.
When asked by Delay whether he was living an exemplary life as a role model to several young persons, Wanlov expressed shock he was being considered as a role model.
“I am not a role model. I am a musician. I am a ‘kubolor’ and I have not asked anyone to make me a role model. I just do what I like,” he noted.
Kubolor also said he currently has active sex mates numbering between 10 and 15 and that he has over the years had unprotected sex with some 300 different women.
“I know they would be more than 300 but not up to 500. I believe I have had sex with about 300 of them - both young and old.
One was as young as 17 but she does not look it. Sometimes they are as old as 49 or 50,” Wanlov noted.
Speaking on the rebranded Delay Show on Viasat 1 last Friday, Wanlov said though he had heard all the education about HIV, he preferred to have unprotected sex because he did not enjoy using condoms.
“I have heard about HIV but I do not think about it just like I always walk bare footed and I do not think of the possibility of something piercing or cutting my feet.”
Interestingly, the musician said he had not performed any marital rites for any of the four women who had children for him.
He explained: “For me, I don’t believe in the concept of marriage. I am not moved by external pressure where I have to hold a ceremony in the presence of some people to prove a bond between my wife and I.
“I don’t see such things as important. I know the child we have together is more powerful than ring, marriage, customs and all that. My focus is how to cater for my wife and child in a responsible way.
“My criteria for a woman who will carry my baby is someone who has a good heart and loves people. I select the women who I want to give birth for me. None was by accident.”
Wanlov said three of his ‘wives’ were outside Ghana studying midwifery but one was in Ghana working as a fruit seller at Dzorwulu in Accra.
When asked by Delay whether he was living an exemplary life as a role model to several young persons, Wanlov expressed shock he was being considered as a role model.
“I am not a role model. I am a musician. I am a ‘kubolor’ and I have not asked anyone to make me a role model. I just do what I like,” he noted.
20 November 2012
There aren't many women in Hollywood who seem as comfortable in their skin as Rihanna does.The 24-year-old's nonchalance toward nudity, partial or otherwise, is well-documented, and she brings the same ease in a cover and photo spread for GQ's December issue.
Dedicated to their men of the year - Channing Tatum and Ben Affleck among them - the magazine also highlights their "obsession of the year," Rihanna, clad in nothing but a leather jacket covering her shoulders.
But what's more stunning than the image is the fact that she had time for the shoot at all, considering that she's been ramping up to release her seventh studio album in seven years on November 19.
Starting Wednesday, Rihanna will embark on a seven-day tour promoting the record, "Unapologetic," bouncing from Mexico City (November 14) to Toronto (November 15) to Stockholm (November 16) to Paris (November 17) before coming back to New York City the day after her album's release.
"Sometimes a person looks at me and sees dollars. They see numbers and they see a product," the "Diamonds" singer told GQ. "I look at me and see art. If I didn’t like what I was doing, then I would say I was committing slavery."
But Rihanna is in the driver's seat of her career and public persona, a position that leads her to want to take the backseat when it comes to romance.
“I like to feel like a woman," she said of her turn-ons. "I have to be in control in every other aspect of my life, so I feel like in a relationship, like I wanted to be able to take a step back and have somebody else take the lead.”
Being in love, she continued, "makes you go places you probably wouldn't ever go, had it not been for love. But I think everybody still has their limits."
D-Black makes Ghana proud @ The Channel O Music Video Awards
Monday, 19 November 2012
DKB & Zainab Reunite In Ghana
This year’s Big Brother Africa reality show saw many disqualifications than the previous ones has ever witnessed. The assaults in this year`s biggest Africa reality show saw a ‘royal rumble’ between Ghana’s representative, Derrick Kwabena Bonney(DKB) and Sierra Leone’s diva, Zainab.
After their disqualification, the two became ‘enemies’ of which DKB’s efforts to reach Zainab did not materialize. We also learnt that, upon knowing that DKB will be present, Zainab intentionally absented herself from the finals of the show.
The two have reunited after a long stay-away from the other. Zainab arrived at the Kotoka International Airport earlier this week to have some ‘chilling’ times off her busy schedules.
The weekend was a ‘Zainab-DKB’ day in Accra as the ‘stubborn’ housemates were jolly riding in Ghana’s capital.
DKB on his show, ‘Friday Madness’ interviewed the victim of his anger Zainab, as the two shared some happy moments back in the house and indirectly apologized. In an interview DKB mentioned that, they have reunited and are having a good time.
As to whether Zainab will be in his campaign against gender violence, DKB mentioned that, Ghana should expect something grand than what he started. “It will be across the whole of Africa and it will make a lot of sense to people as we were victims of it, making our account short of $200,000”, DKB said.
Until Zainab leaves Ghana, anytime you see DKB in traffic, look at his front seat as you will spot Zainab occupying the seat in comfort.
Efya Shows Boobs
Twenty-four-year-old singer Efya certainly caused female tongues to wag and male eyes to yearn for more when she appeared on stage last Saturday with a costume that largely exposed her pear-shaped breasts.
If Efya had bigger boobs, they would have certainly popped out of her dress to take a peep at the audience and also get peeped at.
Efya did not wear a bra to hide her sexy pair of succulent boobs when she performed during the Miss Ghana 2012 finals in a plunging outfit that exposed her boobs.
As expected, several members of the audience started cat-calling and passing comments about the singer’s boobs while they enjoyed her performance.
Since then, some of the pictures have started circulating on Facebook and other social media sties, generating rather interesting comments.
It is difficult to say if Efya had a wardrobe malfunction. She has over the years remained rather fashion conscious and when there were wild allegations about her lifestyle and behavior, she hit back at her critics, insisting she was brought up in a good home by her celebrity mother, Nana Adwoa Awindor, the popular host of rested TV programme, ‘Greetings from Abroad’.
“Yes, my mother brought me up well. My mother is a very tough person and she taught me a lot in my life and I believe that she is the person who made me, who I am right now. I am grateful to her, God bless my mother,” she told News-One in an exclusive interview then.
“I leave a liberal life. I am very conscious, so I believe that everybody has a chance to do whatever they want to as long as you put your mind to it and apart from that I believe that you make yourself. So I do what I want to do and I do it how I want to do it with whom I want to do it with. And as long as I believe in it and I have a positive energy towards it, I do and know that it is going to work out. That is me. I plan for stuff that are supposed to be planned for and let the rest go because I believe that in life, God has a purpose for everybody and that everything that happens has meaning,” she also said about claims that she was a bad girl.
I Like To Be Comfortable In Anything I Wear - Nadia Buari
Renowned
actress Nadia Buari’s quiet, yet trendy fashion seems to be capturing
the imagination and attention of aficionados across the world.
She
was the Special Guest at the Eredi Pisano’s annual fashion event held
in New York, United States (US) together with the tall list of
celebrities in the fashion, sports and entertainment industry.
A
press release mailed to the Ghana News Agency by the Akwaaba Media said
the event was hosted jointly by Ferrari Maserati, Bice Restorante,
Morton Brown, Davidoff Cigars, Tourneau and Alaskan Water.
Nadia
was joined by New York Giant football players Prince Amakamura, Justin
Tryon, Ramses Barden, Keith Rivers, Kevin Brown, Michael Coe and
musician, B Clay to celebrate the sophistication and classic elegance
put on show by Eredi Pisano.
In her interviews with some
newspapers, magazines and fashion bloggers on her fashion sense, she
declared, “I like to be comfortable in anything I wear”.
Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson has pointed out that she would marry Iyanya if he proposed to her according to Yes! Magazine.
17th november 2012
Another gay rights group targets Beenie Man, want upcoming show in U.S. cancelled
Prominent Dancehall superstar, Beenie Man can't seem to shake off the pressure brought on by the LGBT community despite his best efforts as yet another gay rights group targets one of his upcoming shows in the United States.Nearly two weeks ago, the Queer Humboldt organization staged a peaceful protest while attending Beenie Man's show at the Ocean Grove Lodge in northern California. The gay rights group insisted that they were not trying to stop the show from proceeding, but wanted to educate Beenie Man and others about tolerance.
However, a new gay rights group, the Gay Liberation Network (GLN), has decided to turn up the heat on the 'King of the Dancehall,' demanding that Beenie Man's show at The Shrine in Chicago be cancelled due to the Grammy-winning entertainer's past remarks about homosexuals.
In a letter issued by GLN, the group stated, "I wish it were possible to say that this artist performs music that is simply engaging entertainment with a great beat and sometimes gritty lyrics. Sadly, this is not the case due to Beenie Man's history of frequent calls for violence against gays and lesbians. Such calls are anything but 'entertainment' when directed against a vulnerable and oppressed minority.
Though Beenie Man issued a video statement earlier this year in which he expressed that he had no animosity towards homosexuals, the Gay Liberation Network isn't buying it. They suggest Beenie Man's peaceful gesture was hollow and demand a meeting with organizers of the event in Chicago.
"Because of his advocacy of violence toward our people and his checkered and inconsistent relationship to the global LGBT community, we respectfully request that management of The Shrine show its respect for our community and rescind its offer to have Beenie Man perform at its venue. We would be happy to sit down with you to discuss this matter further."
The event at The Shrine will take place on November 22 and is being promoted by Ephraim Martin, head of the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA
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