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Abiriw Music Expo, a new Christmas destination – Franky 5
• Franky 5
Broadcaster and businessman, Frank Kwabena Owusu affectionately called Frank 5, has shared a new Christmas destination with Ghanaians.
According to him, it is the time of the year for revellers and family to gather and make merry, and for this reason, Frank Owusu Foundation, has decided to merge three concepts for a resounding Christmas package.
Speaking to The Spectator, he said, the concept was to fuse music with tradition and tourism through this year’s Ohum Festival at Abiriw, in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
This, he said, was aimed at using the opportunity to create a new destination for Christmas festivities targeted at patrons who would want some experience not far from Accra.
Franky 5, noted that Abiriw was blessed with beautiful culture and amazing tourist sites which needed spotlight to grow the local economy, and with this new event, he was optimistic that the dream would be achieved.
He said Abiriw which is only 30 minutes drive from Adenta barrier will host music expo featuring Joyce Blessing, Isaiah Kwadwo Ampong, Abena Serwaa Ophelia, Piesie Esther, Scott Evans, Jayana, Patience Nyarko, Prophet Joseph Atarah among others on December 28 at Abiriw Durbar Grounds at 7pm.
The event would be climaxed with Highlife Music Expo and Afro Rave concert featuring Bessa Simons, Kaakyire Kwame Appiah, Kwaisey Pee, KK Fosu, Kofi Nti,Obrafour, Fameye,Amerado,Dada Hafco, on December 30, 2022.
Franky added that the event which was a debut would be an annual one to bring together people from all walks of life to explore and enjoy authentic Ghanaian music, tourism and tradition.
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
