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I did not put Joe Mettle ahead of all Gospel Artistes in Ghana- OB Nartey clarifies
Radio Presenter cum gospel artiste, Kwame O. B Nartey, who has been described by many as the architect of the seeming rift between two gospel artistes has clarified his earlier statement which has caused the uproar.
According to OB Nartey, he never put Joe Mettle ahead all gospel artistes in the country.
Clarifying his statement,he told The Spectator that it was unfortunate that comments he made which did not warrant attack had turned out this way.
“I did not make a comment that seems to place Joe Mettle ahead of other artistes based on their artistry or music,” he said.
For him, he only sought to put Joe Mettle’s branding and promotion into perspective, in that the artiste had implored the right elements of marketing to make his brand appealing.
He said that, there was any call for international recognition and gigs, Joe Mettle would be the first to come to mind, due to his brand positioning, and this was not intended to look down on others.
“It is an industry we are growing if someone implores the right marketing mix to project his brand to the global platform, it is in the right order emulate and not be misconstrued,” OB Nartey said
According to the Vision 1 FM Presenter, “I had no intention to redicule others, it would be better for them to understand the question I was asked. I would beg everyone to listen to the context rather than generalise the whole issue”.
There has been misunderstanding on the gospel music front, as some comments attributed to OB Nartey had sparked some rift, which led to an outburst from ” Obi Nyane Me” hit maker, Patience Nyarko.
According to Patience on Anigye Mmre on Onua FM last Saturday for OB Nartey to put Joe Mettle above other gospel artistes was an insult, adding that Joe does not deserve the hype and the level he’s been projected to be”.
This has generated heated debates in the gospel music industry with others backing the Patience Nyarko’s reaction, while some circles have also expressed disapproval of her attacks on Joe Mettle’s brand
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Gospel artiste, Obaapa Christy has officially launched her annual concert, ‘Royal Praise 2026’, set to be held in Accra and Kumasi this August.
The maiden Accra edition comes off Sunday, August 9, at the UPSA Auditorium. She will be joined on stage by gospel heavyweights Empress Gifty, Celestine Donkor, Joyce Blessing, Kweku Gyasi, Uncle Ato, and Akesse Brempong.
The Kumasi edition follows a week later on Sunday, August 16, at the Church of Pentecost, Bantama.
Patrons there can expect performances from legendary Mama Esther, Broda Sammy, Ernest Opoku, Joyce Blessing, Kwame Gyedu, and Lady Prempeh.
Speaking at the launch at Alisa Hotel on June 12, Obaapa Christy explained that the event was christened Royal Praise, “because as a child of God, I see myself as royalty, same as you. We are all royals in the house of God.”
She urged attendees to embrace the ‘royal’ theme with their dress code and said the concert was meant to stay as an annual event to honour God for His works.
According to her, the event has come to stay, and called on all and sundry to support.
Obaapa Christy thanked fans and sponsors for supporting the launch and expressed optimism for more backing ahead of the main events.
Supporting artistes on the bill who attended the launch threw their weight behind the maiden edition and called on Ghanaians to throng the venues in their numbers.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Fashion enthusiasts, shoppers, and industry stakeholders gathered at the A&C Mall at East Legon on Saturday as Ghanaian fashion brand, Neesa Atelier officially opened its newest retail outlet to unveil an exclusive capsule collection inspired by West Africa’s rich cultural heritage.
The launch, held as an intimate ‘Sip & Shop’ experience, marked a significant milestone for the growing fashion brand as it expanded its physical presence while showcasing its latest collection, Dust & Raffia.
The collection offers a creative exploration of the cultural links between Ghana and Mali, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary fashion design. Guests at the event were given a first look at the limited-edition pieces, which featured a hand-spun cord, raffia, jute, and Bogolan (mudcloth) elements.
According to the Creative Director of Neesa Atelier, Pamela Sarkodee, the collection celebrates the enduring connections among African communities and highlights the beauty of indigenous craftsmanship.
“This collection celebrates the stories that connect us across borders. By bringing together Bogolan, raffia, jute, and cordwork, we wanted to create pieces that honour heritage while presenting a contemporary vision of African luxury,” she said.
Throughout the event, guests toured the new retail space, interacted with the collection, and enjoyed an exclusive shopping experience that included special in-store offers. The occasion also provided an opportunity for fashion lovers to engage with the brand’s vision of blending culture, creativity, and community.
The Dust & Raffia collection draws inspiration from the textures, symbols, and traditions that have connected Ghanaian and Malian communities over generations. Through the use of natural materials and handcrafted techniques, the collection seeks to preserve cultural narratives while presenting them through modern fashion.
The new A&C Mall outlet has been designed to provide customers with an immersive shopping experience, giving them access to Neesa Atelier’s signature collections as well as future releases within one of Accra’s leading retail and lifestyle destinations.
Industry observers say the expansion reinforces Neesa Atelier’s growing reputation within Ghana’s fashion industry as a contemporary African brand committed to celebrating identity, heritage, and craftsmanship through innovative design.
The Dust & Raffia capsule collection is currently available for pre-order, with a wider public release expected in the coming weeks.
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