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Dr. Kwaku Rockson leads NTC Board of Directors
Dr Kwaku Rockson, a renowned Communication Expert now heads New Times Corporation (NTC) as Chairman of the governing board.
This offers him the opportunity to bring his vast professional experience to bear and with the help of the other members turn the fortunes of the corporation around.
The National Media Commission (NMC), on Wednesday, announced the newly constituted governing boards for the four state-owned media houses including, New Times Corporation, Graphic Communications Limited, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, and Ghana News Agency.
The new boards were formed in accordance with article 168 of the Constitution and section 2(1)(e) of the National Media Commission Act, 1993 (Act 449), and in consultation with the President, H.E Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
Other members of the NTC board are: Prof. Kofi Quashigah, Mrs. Victoria Natsu, Mr. Donald Gwira, Prof. Kwasi Opoku-Amankwa, Mr. Kofi Marrah, Mr. Samuel Akwasi S. Sarfo, Ms. Doris Adabasu Kuwornu, and Mr. Adu Owusu (Managing Director).
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That of Graphic Communication Company Limited has Prof. Olivia Frimpong Kwapong as Chair would be supported by Mrs. Ivy Austin, Dr. Valentine Kwasi Mensah, Mr. Ebenezer Asante Sefa, Dr. Ama Boafo-Arthur, Mr. Ishaq Kyei-Brobbey, Yaw D. Oppong Esq. and Managing Director, Mr. Ato Afful.
The Ghana News Agency has Mr. Ransford Tetteh as Chairman, Mrs. Ivy Hoetu, Mr. Daniel Addai, Dr. N. A. Ibrahim Lartey, Mr. Peter Claver Nibepwo Sangber-Dery, Dr. Charles Kwening, Ms. Juliet Amoah, Mr. Kofi Owusu (General Manager).
Prof. Samuel Debrah heads the board at Ghana Broadcasting Corporation. The others are Mrs. Efuah Ghartey, Dr. Kwame Nyamekye, Mrs. Ama Serwah Nerquay, Mr. Peter Yarquah, Mr. Thomas Bronii, Mr. Adjei Afriyie Nketia, Mr. Samuel Kojo Intsiaba, Dr. Tannoh Debrah and Prof. Amin Alhassan (Director General).
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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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Edem’s debut album gets praise from Sarkodie
Ghanaian rap star Sarkodie has celebrated fellow artiste Edem for his groundbreaking debut album “The Volta Regime”, calling it one of the greatest albums in Ghana’s music history.
In a heartfelt social media post, Sarkodie, whose real name is Michael Owusu Addo, reflected on the first time he heard Edem rap.
He said he was instantly impressed and knew Edem would have a serious impact on the music scene.
“I remember when I first encountered my brother Edem, I came back home to tell one of my hommies that this guy will have a serious impact on the music scene,”
“He was like naa because of the language barrier. I said I don’t hear language, I hear greatness. Big up my brother, you are still on my favourite emcee list.” Sarkodie wrote.
Edem, born Denning Edem Hotor, released The Volta Regime in 2009. The album boldly embraced the Ewe language and featured collaborations with top Ghanaian artists including Tinny, Kwabena Kwabena, and Jeremie Van-Garshong.
Despite initial doubts about how well Ewe rap would perform commercially, the album proved to be a major success and introduced a new wave of local-language hip-hop.
Songs like Bra Fre Me, Nyorvuviade, and the powerful Intro helped establish Edem’s lyrical prowess and cemented his place as a unique voice in the Ghanaian music industry.
At a time when the local scene was dominated by Twi and Ga-speaking rappers, Edem’s success broke barriers and made it clear that talent speaks louder than language.
His impact opened doors for more linguistic diversity in hiplife and hip-hop music across the country.
Sarkodie’s tribute is especially meaningful because both artists emerged around the same period. Sarkodie’s own debut album Makye also dropped in 2009, and the two have long shown mutual respect for each other’s craft.
Today, over 15 years after its release, The Volta Regime continues to inspire fans and artists alike. It remains a symbol of bold originality and cultural pride.
Edem has since released several projects and remains an active voice in Ghanaian music and youth advocacy. His legacy is a reminder that true greatness is not limited by language.
