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Abeiku Santana encourages creative arts players to pursue further studies
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Ace broadcaster, Gilbert Aggrey, affectionately called Abeiku Santana, has encouraged creative arts players to pursue further studies in order to broaden their knowledge.
Abeiku Santana at the weekend earned another Master’s Degree from the University of Ghana Business School in Marketing Strategy.
According to him, with such credentials and understanding of the creative economy, the sector would be on the right footing to thrive .
“Learning never exhausts the mind, if you have the ability, the time and the resources, I encourage you, my colleagues in the creative arts space to pursue further studies for academic excellence” Abeiku Santana advised.
Speaking to The Spectator, Abeiku Santana said, he had researched on the Quality of Service rendered in the hotel industry with customer satisfaction as the basis of his research, adding that he had identified some gap in his research findings.
The multiple award winning media personality said the dynamics of businesses changed after the Covid-19 pandemic so he needed to find out how operators were using innovative techniques to solve problems.
This he said has equipped him to advise entrepreneurs investing in the hospitality industry.
Abeiku Santana also holds a Master’s Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management from the University of Cape Coast and a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration from GIMPA.
He has had an illustrious career in the media space spanning more than two decades and he is arguably the most decorated media personality in Ghana.
He was inducted into the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG) in 2008 and he is a member of the International Association of Travel and Tourism Professionals (SKAL), Tour Operators Union of Ghana, Advertising Association of Ghana, among others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known as Shatta Wale, has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) held in Florida over the weekend.
He picked up the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award as well as Concert of the Year for ShattaFest.
In a statement, Shatta Wale’s management expressed appreciation to the organisers and supporters of the awards.
“Management would like to sincerely appreciate the organisers of the IRAWMA awards for the recognition and continuous support for African music on the global stage.
“We also extend our deepest gratitude to fans across the world, especially the Shatta Movement fraternity, for their unwavering support, votes, and dedication throughout the years,” the statement said.
The statement added that the latest wins reaffirm the artiste’s position as one of Africa’s leading musical exports and a prominent figure in global dancehall culture.
The awards bring Shatta Wale’s total haul at the IRAWMA to 11, highlighting his continued presence on the international reggae and dancehall scene.
At last year’s edition, he won three awards: Best African Dancehall Entertainer, Best Music Video for “Killa Ji Mi”, and Best Crossover Song for “Commando” featuring Bounty Killer. -GNA
Legendary gospel artist Herty Ofori Borngreat is officially returning to the music scene after a 13-year hiatus, her management announced Wednesday.
The surprise announcement ends over a decade of absence from the music industry for the celebrated singer.
According to an official statement released by her management team, the upcoming comeback will feature a rollout of new music projects and various spirit-filled initiatives aimed at inspiring hope and connecting with believers globally.
“We are delighted to officially announce that Herty Ofori Borngreat is making a highly anticipated return to the gospel music scene,” the management team noted in a statement, expressing deep gratitude to fans and partners for their unwavering loyalty during her long absence.
They added, “We are confident that this comeback will be both impactful and memorable.”
Management has urged fans, the media, and the global gospel community to follow her official social media platforms for update.
No specific dates have been set for the first single, but updates are expected in the coming weeks.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
