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2nd Ghana Modelling and Fashion Awards held in Accra
Ms Larkuor(middle) in a pose with other guests at the event
The second edition of the Ghana Modeling and Fashion Awards was held in Accra last Saturday.
A host of models, fashion icons , designers and other distinguished stakeholders in the fashion and tourism industry gathered to cele¬brate distinguished person-alities, who contributed to the growth of the modeling and fashion industry in Ghana within the year under review.
Speaking to The Spectator at the event, the Chief Ex¬ecutive Officer (CEO) for the awards Miss Larkuor Adjartey said this year’s event was exciting as many thronged the venue to make a huge statement as far as fashion was concerned.
She said, they also made few changes to this year’s event with the addition of four more categories includ¬ing the Fashion CEO, Fashion School, Fashion Show/Event and Dance Influencer in Fash¬ion in order to give room for more fashion sectors to be recognised.
She commended sponsors and partners for collaborat¬ing and ensuring a successful event while congratulating winners for their efforts.
The Male Model of the Year went to Leopard Kwao, with other winners including Candy’s Makeup & Artistry as the Makeup Artist of the Year, Braids by Loverossy as Hair¬stylist of the Year and GNTDA Fashion 360 as the Fashion Show/Event of the Year.
Others are Charthess School of Fashion as Fashion School of the Year, Mr Kellgh as Dance Influencer in Fash¬ion, Boss Taylor as Emerging Designer and Dema Models as Modeling Agency of the Year.
The rest are Elise Abbiw as Discovery Model of the Year and MD Fashion as Fash¬ion Designer of the Year.
Special honorary awards were presented to the Late Ricci Ossei as Fashion Leg¬end, Anita Ofori as Out¬standing Top Model and Abbi Creation as Lifetime Achieve-ment in Fashion Design.
The rest are Wendy L’ar¬tisane as Lifetime Achieve¬ment in Accessory Design, Da Therapizt as Fashion Styl¬ist and Harriet Alubankudi as Plus size Model.
The rest are Brandina Djagba Hukporti as Brand Influencer in made-in-Gha¬na Products and Regina Adu Safowaah as Fashion Entre¬preneur.
By Michael D. Abayateye
Ghanaian music icon, Akwasi Poku Addae, known in Showbiz circles as Kwaisey Pee has honoured his promise to children suffering from cancer.
Ahead of his 25th anniversary event held at the D’ Icon Event Centre at East Legon last year, he made a promise to donate some funds to children suffering from cancer.
True to his word, the musician has recently made a donation of GHC50,000 to the Paediatric Oncology Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
He told the Ghanaian Times that children are so dear to him, and was optimistic the support would go a long way too impact lives.
The music dynamo also promised that the gesture will not be the last,” it will be a continuous feature from me.”
He also called on Ghanaians home and abroad to lend a helping hand to children suffering from cancer.
According to him, children with cancer have many needs, and a helping hands will go a long way ease the suffering.
“Cancer treatment is very expensive, and leaving that to parents of the children alone, will be a huge burden, with support from you and myself, we can make some changes in other people’s lives,” he concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
In the ever-evolving journey of Ghanaian music, there are individuals whose contributions transcend the spotligh.
There are always men and women who work quietly yet powerfully to preserve culture, nurture legends, and keep the soul of the music alive across generations and borders.
One such figures is Jerry Amoah, widely known and affectionately called Nana Kobo.
This year, Ghana Music Awards-USA honours Jerry Amoah for his unwavering commitment to sustaining Ghanaian music, both at home and in the diaspora.
It is a recognition long deserved, a celebration of decades of passion, sacrifice, and cultural stewardship.
Jerry Amoah’s journey has never been about personal glory. Instead, it has been anchored in service: promoting Ghanaian sounds, advocating for artistes, and ensuring that the richness of Ghana’s musical heritage continues to resonate beyond national borders.
Through his tireless efforts, many Ghanaian musicians have found platforms, audiences, and renewed relevance, especially within Ghanaian communities abroad.
Central to his legacy is his steadfast support for gospel music and, in particular, his enduring association with legendary gospel icon Yaw Sarpong.
At times when gospel music needed champions, Jerry Amoah stood firm—protecting its values, amplifying its message, and honoring its pioneers. His respect for Yaw Sarpong is not merely professional; it reflects a deep appreciation for music as ministry, heritage, and moral compass.
Colleagues often describe Nana Kobo as a bridge—connecting generations, genres, and geographies.
He understands that Ghanaian music is not just entertainment, but identity. Through festivals, promotions, mentorship, and behind-the-scenes advocacy, he has helped ensure that Ghana’s rhythms, lyrics, and spiritual expressions remain relevant in a globalized world.
As Ghana Music Awards-USA prepares to bestow this honour, it is not simply recognizing one man—it is saluting a lifetime of dedication to culture, faith, and music.
Jerry Amoah’s story reminds us that true impact is measured not by applause, but by legacy.
And in the story of Ghanaian music, Nana Kobo’s legacy is written in bold, enduring notes.
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