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I went to beg for a car but ended up featuring Black Sherif- Amerado
Ghanaian rapper, Amarado has narrated events leading to his collaboration with Black Sherif on the smash hit song, ‘Abotr3’ to wit, Patience.
Amerado in 2021 had a huge record dubbed ‘Abotr3’ on his Patience EP, the song made a lot of waves and was nominated by numerous award schemes.
Speaking in an interview with 3 Music’s Big Convo, he said the purpose of his visit to Black Sherif’s camp was to beg his then manager, Shadrach Agyei Owusu, Also Known As, Snap Wayne Chavis.
“I’m going to open up, I went to the UK and a friend of mine who connected through Facebook told me he knew Black Sherif’s then manager. At the time I didn’t have a car, so he told me if I wanted a car, he could link me up,” he said.
According to the rapper, his friend informed him that Black Sherif’s then Manager, “Snap Wayne Chavis, liked me, so when I returned to Ghana from the UK, the first thing I did was to go to him.”
Amerado revealed that when he got to the house and called him, Chavis informed him that they were eating at the East Legon branch of Starbite.
“I went there, and he was eating with Black Sherif and the crew, I sat down and waited for them, he asked whether I had eaten and bought food for me,” he added.
Interestingly, when they got home and he was asked what his mission was, he quickly switched from his pursuit of a car to a feature with Black Sherif.
“When they asked me what I wanted to do, I told them I wanted to feature Black Sherif, at the time, he had done his second sermon, and when I met him, I felt like this was my moment, I had to take advantage of the opportunity,” Amerado revealed.
According to Amerado, “he told me they had a studio there, I already had a beat on my phone; however, luckily, I saw Producer Samsney, who then started programming something new, for this reason, I held on to my earlier beat.”
The Abotr3 hitmaker said Black Sherif asked for the message he wanted on the song, “and I told him our journey had been rough before getting here, so it would be better we talk about patience, the need to excise patience in one’s quest to get to the top.”
Amerado said, Black Sherif started with some melodies, and they had such a big song dubbed ‘Abotr3’.
He applauded Black Sherif for accepting his request to do a song with him, a song that turned out to be his maiden hit.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Veteran Ghanaian actor, Fred Amugi, has been cast in the upcoming Pan-African television series, Kismet, where he will play the role of Chief Ademola, a wealthy and influential Yoruba patriarch.
The series, set for production in Abuja and other parts of Nigeria, brings together a diverse cast ensemble from Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, South Africa, Cameroon, Kenya, and the United States.
A statement copied to the GNA in Accra said “It forms part of a broader effort to strengthen collaboration within Africa’s creative industry while positioning African stories for global audiences.”
Speaking on his involvement, Fred Nii Amugi, whose acting career spans more than four decades, described the role as a meaningful milestone.
“It is a proud moment for me at this stage of my career to be part of a Pan-African series,” he said.
“Playing a Yoruba character as a Ghanaian reflects something deeper about who we are as Africans. It reminds us that we are one people, connected beyond borders,” he indicated.
He added that his preparation for the role went beyond performance.
“As a Ghanaian of Ga heritage, I am taking time to study the historical and cultural links between the Ga and Yoruba people.
“I am learning about these connections so I can represent the character with truth and respect.”
“It is important that the world sees the shared identity that exists across our continent,” he noted.
Kismet is being developed as a high-quality thriller series with a Pan-African perspective, drawing talent from across the continent and the diaspora.
According to Nana Dwomoh-Doyen Benjamin, President of the African Chamber of Content Producers and production advisor for the project, the series represents the united image of Africa that is capable of contributing to the global creative economy.
“As part of building a Pan-African creative economy, Kismet is a call for Africans to come together and tell our stories as one people.
“We are also aligning this effort with the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to create a strong continental market for African content,” he underlined.
The producer of the series, Paul Joegad, emphasised the global ambition behind the project.
Based in the United States, Joegad noted that the production was designed to meet international standards while maintaining authentic African storytelling.
“We are leveraging diaspora networks and global experience to create a series that resonates across cultures,” he said.
“Our goal is to produce content that can stand on international platforms through quality and strong storytelling.”
He added that assembling the right team had been central to the project’s vision. Among those involved is Mawuko Kuadzi, a Casting Society of America (CSA) member and the first African to win an Artios Award in its 40-year history.
The producers say the series seeks to position Africa as a major player in global content, fostering international Pan-African partnerships. –GNA
The management of Prophet Joseph Atarah Ministries (PJAM) has announced the 2026 edition of the highly anticipated annual gospel concert, Atarah Praise.
This edition, under the theme: ‘Dalet,’ is scheduled for 4pm, Sunday, May 24, at the Bayview Village.
Patrons will enjoy an atmosphere charged with powerful worship, prophetic ministration, and spiritual renewal.
Against this backdrop, Prophet Joseph Atarah will team up with some of Ghana’s finest gospel ministers, including Piesie Esther, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Obaapa Christy, and Siisi Baidoo.
Over the years, Atarah Praise has evolved into one of Ghana’s most impactful worship gatherings, attracting thousands of believers seeking a profound encounter through music, prayer, and thanksgiving.
The 2026 edition is positioned as a divine platform for renewal, restoration, and spiritual awakening.
Patrons are encouraged to arrive early to secure convenient seats and be there with the heart of the worship.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
