Entertainment
Diasporans exhibits traditional dance
It was an awesome day as Ga traditional dance with music was displayed at the Abeka Mantse Agbonaa Palace, where those in the diaspora danced amazingly to some traditional tunes of the Ga people, signified as a means of unifying the Ghanaian spirit in them.
Organised by the Black Star Travel Group in collaboration with The Adinkra Group and KOW Enterprise, the dance show exhibited extraordinary cultural values of the Gas, especially the customs of the people of Abeka in the Greater Accra Region.
Performed under the auspices of Abeka Manye, Naa Ayeley I, and with approval from the Abeka Mantse, Nii Boi IV, some sensational cultural troupes from the Abeka traditional area mesmerized patrons with their sterling dance performances at the durbar.
Deputy Secretary at the Abeka Mantse Palace, Nii Armah said the dance at the durbar for the was significant to maintaining the Ga culture and preserving Ghana’s values at large, adding that, “it redefines us and the people in the diaspora and helps us trace our roots from where we originate from”.
He admonished Ghanaians to value their culture and always respect it and called on the diasporans to always come and witness the rich culture of the Ga people.
Director of the Black Star Travel Group, Mr. Kofi Osei – Williams, said the group would make this programme an annual event to unify and bring the members of the diaspora to their roots.
He highlighted the need for Ghanaians to cherish their culture, because “you can never take somebody’s culture and completely make it yours”, he stated.
Mr. Diallo Sumbry, Founder of Adinkra Group, cautioned the youth of Ghana to hold their culture in high esteem because “if the youth do not maintain their culture, the rich culture of Ghana will die and when the culture dies, a part of an individual dies because culture is part of humans”.
By Alfred Nii Arday Ankrah
Kwame Nsiah Apau, widely known as Okyeame Kwame, and the Rap Dacta, celebrated his 50th birthday with the release of a rhythmic reggae tune titled “Clap.”
The song shines a spotlight on applauding those making remarkable contributions to society and encourages people to celebrate the successes of their friends and family.
Just a week after its release, “Clap” has garnered widespread positive reactions from influencers across Ghana, Jamaica, America, South Africa, and other parts of the world.
In one of the reaction videos shared by Okyeame Kwame, renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist Richard Nii Armah Quaye, aka RNAQ, expressed his admiration, saying, “Love this song and the lyrics. I want to support its promotion with GHC 100,000. Well done.”
Okyeame Kwame, who had previously promised to build a Paediatric Emergency Ward at Manhyia Hospital in Kumasi before his birthday, would certainly benefit from this generous support for such a meaningful project.
His 50th birthday celebration was a successful all-white event held at +233 Pub and Grill, featuring amazing performances that added to the memorable occasion.
Watch Okyeame Kwame clap visualiser here:
https://youtu.be/qMO-Ufr6Vwc?is=ByivCkKtmUVcHxV_
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 27 have announced “A Touch of Glitter as the official red carpet theme for this year’s ceremony.’’
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, Charterhouse indicated that the theme is designed to promote elegance and creativity while maintaining a refined fashion standard.
According to the organisers, the red carpet remains one of the most anticipated moments of the awards, offering artistes, celebrities, and guests the opportunity to express themselves through fashion while celebrating Ghanaian identity.
They explained that for this year’s edition, attendees are encouraged to include subtle elements of shimmer in their outfits.
This, they noted, can be done through fabric choices, embellishments, or accessories, with the focus on elegance rather than excess.
The statement added that the red carpet event will take place on May 9, 2026, at 7:06 pm, ahead of the main awards ceremony.
Head of Public Events and Communications at Charterhouse, Robert Klah, noted that the theme invites guests to explore creativity with sophistication while maintaining a polished appearance.
The organisers further assured that the event will continue to deliver a blend of music, fashion, and culture, making it a key highlight on Ghana’s entertainment calendar.
By Jacob Aggrey
