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I left my hometown for Accra with just GH₵5 – Quamina MP
Ghanaian musician, Quamina MP has revealed that he left his hometown, Mankessim in the Central Region for Accra with just GH₵5.
He made this revelation on United Showbiz during an interview with MzGee last Saturday.
Talking about the challenges he faced coming up as a young musician, Quamina MP said, right after Senior High School, he desperately wanted to break through with his music.
For this reason, he one day took some belonging, and without informing his parents, he left Mankessim for Accra to search for greener pastures in his musical journey.
He revealed that at the time, the fare from Mankessim to Accra was GH₵3, and with GH₵5 on him, he left.
The Wiase Y3d3 hitmaker said, after he alighted at Kaneshie first light, he was left with only GH₵2 and had to call a friend, one Mantse, a High School mate to sort him out.
Unfortunately, they did not have enough space, for this reason, Quamina MP had to accept an offer to sleep in a kiosk meant for the printing of papers.
“I was told to the only time I could sleep was from 12 am to 4 am, because the Printing Press workers needed to report to work at 5 am,” he revealed.
Quamina MP added that this same friend introduced him to a studio, and later to another producer, Koby Melody, where he helped as an intern, a process which changed his life.
The Ghana Music Awards UK (GMA UK) has appointed Ghanaian media personality Doreen Avio as its new Public Relations Officer.
The announcement was made in a press release issued in London on April 30, 2026.
Organisers said her appointment comes at a crucial time as the awards scheme prepares to mark its 10th anniversary this year.
According to the statement, she is expected to strengthen the organisation’s communication strategy, improve audience engagement, and increase its global visibility as it enters a new phase.
They described her as an experienced journalist and broadcaster with a strong presence in the entertainment industry.
She has hosted and moderated several major events, including the Ghana Music Awards UK, Ghana Party in the Park, and the EMY Africa Awards.
She currently serves as a co-host on Daybreak Hitz on Hitz FM and also works as a presenter on Joy Prime TV.
Organisers said her academic background in strategic communications and branding adds to her suitability for the role. They also highlighted her philanthropic work through her foundation, which supports the education and welfare of girls.
GMA UK noted that the awards scheme remains committed to promoting Ghanaian music and culture on the global stage. Over the years, it has provided a platform for collaboration and recognition of Ghanaian artistes, particularly within the diaspora.
Management of the organisation expressed confidence that her appointment will help advance its mission and strengthen its position as a leading platform for Ghanaian music internationally.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghanaian gospel dynamo, Piesie Esther, has expressed her readiness to take home the Gospel Artiste of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song of the Year and Traditional Gospel Song of the Year awards at this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
The musician with many years of success under her belt in the gospel music industry has been nominated for three categories at this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
Piesie Esther was nominated for Gospel Artiste of the Year, Traditional Gospel Song of the Year, and Most Popular Song of the Year with her smash hit, Nyame Ye.
The award-winning musician believes that she had a wonderful year in 2025, which deserves recognition.
According to her, with over 36 shows, millions of streams enjoyed by her Nyame Ye song, coupled with numerous brand engagements, she was in a pole position to outwit other competitors.
“Family, I need your love and support now more than ever! I’ve been nominated at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards and we’re going all out for the win! ,” she noted.
She called on all and sundry that “Every single vote counts, and I truly appreciate your continuous support. Let’s do this together.”
This year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards is slated for May 9, 2026 at the Palms Convention Centre in Accra.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
