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Di Asa Season 4 commences with a welcome party for contestants
About 48 contestants for plus size dance reality show dubbed Di Asa have been ushered into the competition with a welcome party.
Activities for the season on the theme, “Staying Safe through Entertainment” include cooking contest, cultural day, talent night among others.
At a welcome party held at the Dor Events in Accra, the Deputy Managing Director of AVM, Mr Kingsley Nsiah-Poku told the contestants, that after three months of audition throughout the 16 regions, the time had now come for the commencement of the show.
According to him, the contestants had been taken through COVID-19 test among others to ensure everyone was in a healthy condition
He said the programme would start with eviction show on Saturdays for the next 14 weeks to pave way for the final show on December 19, 2020.
He said that they would break on December 6, for the contestants to exercise their franchise in the general elections on December 7.
There would be freestyle sessions on Wednesdays, which requires everyone to observe the COVID-19 protocols throughout.
He noted that the winner would be given a salon car prize, whereas the 1st and second runners-up take home Mini Pick-up and tricycle popularly known as “Aboboyaa.
Mr Nsiah-Poku expressed his appreciation to Savannah Paint, Darlin Lemon Alcoholic Beverage, ABii National Savings and Loans, Priority Insurance among others for their continuous support.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician and founder of the Asomafo gospel group, Yaw Sarpong, is reporteddead.
The 66 year old gospel artiste is said to have died at the Emena Hospital in Kumasi on January 20, where he was receiving medical treatment.
For sometime now, Yaw Sarpong had been dealing with prolonged health challenges, forcing him to reduce his public appearances and step away periodically from performances.
Yaw Sarpong is widely credited as a pioneer of contemporary Akan gospel music.
Through Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo, he introduced a distinctive sound marked by rich harmonies, disciplined arrangements and lyrics firmly grounded in Christian teachings.
His leadership and musical direction helped shape the identity of gospel music in Ghana for decades.
Some popular tunes by the group includes ‘Wo Haw Ne Sen’, ‘Tie Obiaa’, ‘Aduro Yesu’ and ‘Awurade Kasa’, tracks that continue to feature prominently in churches and Christian gatherings across the country.
Yaw Sarpong’s death comes barely some weeks after the passing of Maame Tiwa, a key pillar of the Yaw Sarpong’s Asomafo music group.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Heavens will come down at the International Central Gospel Church, Temple East (ICGC) as gospel songstress Diana Hamilton holds her annual concert.
The annual concert ‘Awake Experience’ with Diana Hamilton will take place in Accra on February 15, and at the church of Pentecost, Bantama Kumasi on February 22.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro, she said this year offers another opportunity to have an experience with God, saying “So I want to be in his presence and watch him do mind blowing things.”
The ‘Aha Ye’ hit maker also announced that leading up to the event, the Diana Hamilton Team will embark on various outreaches to spread the gospel through ministration.
Themed ‘Dwell,’ will bring together renowned artiste and worshippers to celebrate faith and music.
Notable among them are Elder Dr Kwesi Mireku, Ntokozo Mbambo, Sisi Baidoo, Nana Yaw Ofori- Atta, Tagoe sisters and Joojo Arhin.
Diana Hamilton is a celebrated Ghanaian gospel singer, songwriter, and nurse, known for her inspirational music, spiritual depth, and impactful stage presence.
She has achieved historic wins like VGMA Artiste of the Year in 2021, becoming the first female gospel artist to do so, and is also recognised for her philanthropic work through the Diana Hamilton Foundation.
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