Brand new car for winner of Miss Asafotu pageant

The 10 finalists

Ten beauty queens from Ada in the Greater Accra Region, will battle it out at this year’s Miss Asafotu Pageant set for August 2.

The event scheduled for Big Ada as part of this year’s Ada Asafotufiami festival would for the first time, see the winner walk away with a brand new car.

It has been a tedious journey which began with hundreds of beautiful ladies, seeking to walk away with the bragging rights as the most beautiful from the land.

The 10 finalists carefully selected from different clans of Ada for the grand finale include, Kakie, Olerkie, Kikie, Oforiwa, Akleh, Dede, Chiakie, Kabukie, Korkor and Kabukwor.

Contestants would be expected to answer questions on Ghanaian culture and heritage as they look forward to representing the people of Ada at the national stage.

The winner would automatically become an Ambassador for the people of Ada.

Over the years, winners of the competition had excelled in various beauty pageants across the continent and beyond.

For organisers, it would serve as another opportunity to educate and enlighten young ladies about virtues including humanity, discipline and respect.

It promises to be a keenly contested event as there would be several attractive prizes and opportunities aside the vehicle to be won.

By Michael D. Abayateye

Nana Jesse releases prayer song from Upper Room Experience concert

• Nana Jesse

Kumasi-based gospel singer Nana Jesse, known in showbiz circles as Sylvester Gyasi, has released a prayer song from the Upper Room Experience Concert.

The song, titled ‘let your will be my will’, reflects Nana Jesse’s heartfelt surrender to God, expressing his dependency on divine guidance.

Through soul-stirring lyrics and a harmonious chorus, he and his accompanying musicians declared their submission to God’s will, reaffirming their trust in His direction.

Released on Friday, May 30, the song is already resonating with listeners, gaining more views on YouTube within days of its debut.

Fans have praised its uplifting message and the rich blend of voices that bring the prayer to life.

‘Let your will be my will’ was carefully arranged by Nana Jesse, Nana Kofi Junior, and Moses Boadu, ensuring a powerful and spiritually enriching experience for all.

With its heartfelt lyrics and inspiring melodies, it is set to bless many across different walks of life, offering a reminder of faith, surrender, and divine purpose.

The official song is available now on YouTube.

By Linda Abrefi Wadie

Miss Tourism Ghana 2024 thrills the world at Miss Orient Tourism Global

2024 Miss Tourism Ghana, Lawrencia Ama Yeboah, thrilled the world with breathtaking performances at the recently concluded Miss Orient Tourism Global pageant in Malaysia.

Her mind-blowing performance earned her the 2nd runner-up slot and other accolades at Miss Orient Tourism.

Miss Orient Tourism Global is a beauty pageant focused on promoting tourism and celebrating global unity and cultural diversity.

Speaking to The Spectator after the event, Miss Tourism 2024, Lawrencia Ama Yeboah said, it is a dream come true and honour to represent her beloved Ghana on a global stage.

She said, from “May 18 to 24, I immersed myself in the vibrant culture of Malaysia for the Miss Orient Tourism Global pageant, and I’m thrilled to share that I’ve returned home as the Second Runner-Up. It was an absolute dream come true, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we, as Ghana, achieved.

According to her, the week was a whirlwind of unforgettable moments,adding that they kicked things off with glamorous evening gown and swimwear photoshoots, which were her first real taste of the international spotlight.

“However,it was during the National Costume competition that my heart truly swelled with pride. I poured my soul into showcasing Ghana’s rich heritage, and standing there in our beautiful traditional attire, I was absolutely ecstatic to be named the First Runner-Up for Best National Costume.It felt like a win for every Ghanaian, a testament to our incredible artistry,” she revealed.

Recounting how her experience commenced, she told the paper “Our journey took us from the historical charm of Melaka to the bustling energy of Kuala Lumpur, where we settled into the luxurious Royal Chulan Damansara. The excitement continued at the KL Gateway Mall, where subsidiary awards were presented. I was genuinely humbled and delighted to be awarded Miss Crowning Glory.”

The grand finale on May 23,2025 was electrifying considering the fierce competition, however, Miss Tourism Ghana became overjoyed to win another sash as the Second Runner-Up Miss Photogenic, proving that Ghana’s beauty truly shines.

Excitement reached its crescendo when she was called again as the overall Second Runner-Up of Miss Orient Tourism Global.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Miss Tourism Ghana Organisation, Mrs. Delphine Brew-Hammond, expressed appreciation to GTP, Tang Palace Hotel, NASCO, Kaya Tours, Lush Hair, and Max Beauty, among others, for helping project Ghana’s cultural heritage on the international stage.

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme