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All set for Praise Achievement Awards on Sunday
The Gospel fraternity will gather at the Oil Dome of the Royal House Chapel on Sunday December 17, 2023 to celebrate musicians who have worked hard in the year under review.
This is to recognition the unflinching dissemination the gospel through their music over the period.
The organisers told spectator.com.gh that measures have been put in place for a remarkable experience for all stakeholders on Sunday.
According to them, the red carpet will commence at 2pm ahead of the main show at 4pm.
Patrons would be thrilled by performances from Evans Scott, Perez Musik, Piesie Esther, MOG, Diana Hamilton, Joe Mettle, Obaapa Christy, Celestial Donkor, Nacee, Ohemaa Mercy Harmonious Choral, Bethel Revival Choir, Team Eternity Ghana, Keeper’s Music, Lordina The Soprano, ACP Kofi Sarpong and legendary duo, Tagoe Sisters.
To supplement the effort of these Ghanaian greats would be celebrated American Gospel Musician and Worship Leader, Alvin Slaughter and South Africa’s Ntokonzo Mbambo.
The categories up for grabs include, Christian Event of the Year, Discovery of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Best Christian Radio Station, Best Christian Radio of the Year, Best Gospel Group, Female Vocalist of the Year, Gospel DJ of the Year, Best Christian Blogger of the Year, Best Collaboration of the Year.
Other categories are, Inspirational Song of the Year, Best Gospel Group, Worship Song of the Year, Urban Gospel Artiste of the Year, Praise Artiste of the Year, Worship Artiste of the Year, Best Gospel Music Video, Christian Movie of the Year, Best Chorale Group, New Artiste of the Year, Producer of the Year, and Inspirational Song of the Year among others.
Churches, gospel artistes, artiste managers, producers, associations and record labels among others were earlier encouraged to keep voting for their favourites to place them in a pole position for victory.
Praise Achievement Awards is organised by God’s Family Music Ministries.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian musician Sparqlyn is set to release another big hit.
His latest release, ‘Rosina,’ features Germany-based Ghanaian musician, video director, and sound engineer TEENO (known privately as Eric Kwame Tamakloe).
TEENO’s project ‘Signs’ was recently accepted by the Grammys for official consideration in the ‘Album of the Year’ category. Now, ‘Rosina’ is making serious waves across the airwaves.
Coming shortly after the impressive reception to his previous single ‘Fameko,’ ‘Rosina’ is already receiving strong attention from music lovers and radio listeners.
This new song carries an infectious Afrobeats and Hiplife feel while maintaining the romantic direction that characterised ‘Fameko,’ Sparqlyn’s 2026 Highlife collaboration with Ziya.
‘Fameko’ marked an important moment in Sparqlyn’s musical journey, with the love-themed highlife record receiving positive reactions from music lovers and media platforms following its June 2026 release.
The song became one of the highlights of his 2026 output, ranking high on multiple charts.
‘Fameko’ has also bagged Sparqlyn two top nominations: “Highlife Song of the Year” and “Artist of the Year” at the 2026 Stars Awards.
The combination of a romantic storyline, Afrobeats rhythm, and Hiplife influence give the song a sound that fits comfortably into the current Ghanaian music landscape.
The timing of the song’s release could also prove significant for the award-winning artiste. Sparqlyn recently secured two nominations at the 2026 Ghana Youth Empowerment Awards, where he is in contention for Youth Empowerment Advocate of the Year and Outstanding Youth Personality of the Year.
With ‘Fameko’ having established strong momentum earlier in the year and ‘Rosina’ now beginning to enjoy significant airplay, Sparqlyn appears to be ending another eventful chapter of his musical career on a high note.
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Ghanaian highlife and Afrobeats singer Kuami Eugene Marfo known in showbiz circles as Kuami Eugene has urged fellow musicians and entertainers to use their influence on social media and other platforms to champion causes that positively impact society.
The award-winning artiste made the call during a UNICEF Ghana birth registration advocacy campaign in Bepoase in the Ayensuano District of the Eastern Region, where he joined officials from UNICEF Ghana and the Births and Deaths Registry to raise awareness about the importance of registering children at birth.
He explained that artistes wield significant influence and should leverage platforms such as TikTok, Facebook and Instagram to amplify important social initiatives and encourage behavioural change.
The musician, who has partnered UNICEF Ghana on several child-focused campaigns, said he had a special interest in issues affecting children and was committed to supporting efforts that improved their welfare and future opportunities.
He noted that birth registration was critical because it established a child’s legal identity and ensured recognition as a Ghanaian citizen.
The advocacy drive forms part of UNICEF Ghana’s efforts to improve birth registration rates across the country through community engagements, public education and collaboration with traditional authorities.
The musician said he remained focused on creating quality music while continuing to support social causes that contribute to national development, particularly initiatives aimed at improving the lives of children. –GNA
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