Entertainment
Play lovers thrilled at ‘Ghana Must Go’ apremiere
It was a moment of joy and excitement as individuals filled the auditorium to watch the premiering of the “Ghana Must Go”, at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) in Accra on Saturday.
The play kept the audience glued to their seats as the cast deliver some spectacular performances to communicate and present the rich Ghanaian cultural values and identity.
“Ghana Must Go”, a stage play meant to promote the Ghanaian culture through storytelling featured captivating performances and musical interludes.
Written by Latif Abubakar, a renowned playwright, the play, is expected to be showcased globally. It served as a powerful expression of the Ghanaian identity and a catalyst for the economic through the arts.
It also highlighted the power of theatre as a tool for cultural expression and national development.
Speaking to the media after the premiering, Mr Abubakar said he was not surprised by the massive attendance recorded at the premiere.
This, he said, was because those who had bought tickets to watch the premiering were assured of consistency, a good storyline, and entertainment.
Mr Abubakar said that although he was excited about the growth of the theatre industry, there was a lot more that could be done to improve the industry.
“We need to be able to tell our stories. We need to find a creative way of attracting tourists and investors into our country, and I feel theatre will do the magic,” he added.
For his part, Mr Adjetey Annan, one of the cast in the play, emphasised the need for collaboration between players in the creative arts industry in promoting the cultural values and identity of Ghanaians through storytelling.
By Eugene Ampiaw
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Breaking News: Daddy Lumba is dead – Family announces
Ghanaian music legend Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has died.
His family confirmed the sad news in a press release issued on Saturday, saying the 60-year-old passed away earlier in the day after a short illness.
“It is with profound sorrow and deep grief that the Fosu family announces the passing of Ghana’s beloved musical icon,” the statement read.
Daddy Lumba was one of Ghana’s most celebrated highlife musicians. With a career spanning more than three decades, his songs touched millions, telling stories of love, pain, joy, and hope.
He was known for his powerful voice, emotional lyrics, and unique style that made him a household name across the country and beyond.
“His soulful voice provided the soundtrack to our love stories, and his poignant lyrics captured the poetry of our struggles, dreams, and resilience,” the family said.
The family has asked for privacy as they mourn their loss and promised to announce funeral arrangements in the coming days.
The statement was signed by Fati Ali Yallah, a lawyer from Baba Jamal & Associates, on behalf of the Fosu family.
Fans, fellow musicians, and Ghanaians across the country have started pouring out tributes on social media, remembering Daddy Lumba’s unmatched contribution to Ghanaian music.
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Kwabena Kwabena launches ‘Aso’ @20, set to embark on global tour
The Ace highlife musician Kwabena Kwabena, known in private life as George Kwabena Adu, has launched ‘Aso’ @20, to celebrate the song which ushered him to the mainstream music industry.
The song, was originally released in 2004 as part of his debut album. ‘Aso’ featured other timeless tracks such as ‘Ka Kyere Me’ and ‘Trodom’.
The launch event took place on Friday, July 18, 2025 at Corks Lounge in Osu and was hosted by renowned broadcaster Andy Dosty.
“It’s an honour to see ‘Aso’, now 20 years old, still resonating with audiences and being performed by a new generation of artistes.”
Kwabena Kwabena also recounted how some executive producers among others rejected the song, due to the trends at the time.
He expressed his appreciation to all those who have contributed to his success over the period.
As part of the year-long celebration, Kwabena Kwabena announced a world tour that will span Africa, Europe, North America and Australia.
The concerts, set to begin in August, will take place in more intimate venues to allow for closer engagement with fans.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
