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Kofi Kinaata honoured as Western Gospel Awards celebrates 5 years of Humanitarian Excellence
Prolific GH, the Western Gospel Awards has successfully marked its fifth anniversary with a grand celebration dedicated to honouring gospel excellence and outstanding humanitarian impact.
The milestone event, held under the theme “Humanitarian Excellence,” brought together gospel ministers, industry leaders, philanthropists, and community influencers to celebrate service, faith, and social responsibility.
Held on December 20, 2025 at the Western Serene Atlantic Hotel in Takoradi, a major highlight of the evening was a Industry Award presented to multiple award winning Artiste Kofi Kinaata for his visible positive impact on the youth through his music and other philanthropic activities he embarks on.
Kofi Kinaata’s community driven initiatives through his Team Move Football Club and his regular donations and support for less privileged were highlighted in the citation of the award.
Receiving the award on his behalf, Kofi Kinaata’s Public Relations Officer, Nana Kwesi Coomson appreciated the organizers and also dedicated the award to the supporting Team Move fans across the world and also Kofi Kinaata’s mother, Auntie Ama.
Also at the Western Gospel Awards were Lifetime Achievement Awards, presented to renowned gospel icon Empress Gifty and respected cleric Bishop Emmanuel Botwe, in recognition of their decades of unwavering contribution to gospel ministry, music development, and humanitarian service that has positively transformed lives across Ghana and beyond.
The ceremony also honoured distinguished personalities with Industry Honours for their exceptional influence and commitment to national development.
Celebrated among them were multiple award winning musician Kofi Kinaata, media and creative industry advocate Eng. Kwame Adu Mante, Mr.Theophilus Quartey (Mr. Tee) and gospel minister Bishop Bernard Ogyiri Asare, whose collective efforts continue to shape the creative, spiritual, and cultural landscape of the region and country.
In recognition of individual efforts impacting lives and communities, awards were presented to global content creator Wode Maya and humanitarian advocate Dr. Mrs. Sarah Liki Wayoe for their remarkable dedication to social development, education, and community empowerment.
The awards night further spotlighted gender empowerment and youth philanthropy. Ms. Yaa Amoako Adu was honoured with the Humanitarian Woman Empowerment Award for her outstanding work in advancing women’s development and leadership, while Mr. Nana Quasi – Wusu (Pm) and Nana Kwesi Coomson was celebrated as the Philanthropist of the Year for thier inspiring commitment to supporting vulnerable groups and community initiatives.
Mr. Maxwell Bills Ghansah express that as the Western Gospel Awards marks five years of impact, the event reaffirmed the platform’s mission to promote gospel music excellence while amplifying humanitarian values that foster unity, compassion, and national development. Organizers expressed gratitude to sponsors, partners, churches, and the media for their continued support throughout the years.
Five years on, the Western Gospel Awards stands as a powerful symbol of faith, service, and humanitarian excellence—celebrating not only voices raised in worship, but hands extended in service to humanity.
The Christmas festivities were nothing short of fun and excitement, especially for patrons of Dodi World in Akosombo in the Eastern Region.
A major highlight was a memorable voyage aboard the famous MV Dodi Princess II, a 150-capacity pleasure boat, which sailed to the scenic Dodi Island, an 84-hectare natural haven.
Among the patrons was a vibrant social group known as ‘Weekend Day Out’, which brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds and workplaces to interact, share ideas and enjoy memorable leisure experiences.
On December 26, the group joined hundreds of other fun lovers to fill the vessel to capacity for what many described as an experience of a lifetime.
The over five-hour journey from Dodi World through to Dodi Island was electrifying. Patrons enjoyed breath-taking rare views of the island’s rich natural scenery and wildlife before returning onboard for the cruise back to the starting point.
The atmosphere was further enlivened by music from DJs and a live band, complemented by an array of drinks and grilled meals, ensuring both young and old had something to cheer about throughout the voyage.
For members of the Weekend Day Out group, the trip served as a joyful reunion with friends after a year of professional commitments, while also providing an opportunity to plan future adventures in the coming year.
Speaking after the event, one of the patrons, Ms Gloria Yaa Baby, said although she had embarked on the voyage several times, the most recent experience was particularly breathtaking and memorable.
“This one was different, with more people and interactive sessions. It gave me many reasons to return and experience the fun again with the Weekend Day Out group,” she stated.
With another exciting adventure scheduled for March this year, she encouraged Ghanaians to make time out of their busy schedules to relax, unwind and enjoy life.
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Joshua Kojo Ampah, a member of the Keche group has stated that the attitude of Nigerian audience during the performance of Ghanaian artiste Stonebwoy and Wendy Shay at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) held in Lagos, Nigeria was intentional.
The hiplife artiste shared his sentiments on social media over the cold reception given to the Ghanaian performers.
“They know Stonebwoy’s songs, they know Wendy Shay’s songs, but they will not get up to hail you. They know what they were doing,” he stated.
He added that performances by Stonebwoy and Wendy Shay were top notch but most audience did not want to relate to the song.
“Is there was any rapper in Africa bigger than Sarkodie? Are there any dancehall artistes in Africa bigger than Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy” he quizzed.
He contrasted this with the energetic reception given to Nigerian legend P Square, who performed at the same event.
Joshua blamed this on the Ghanaian attitude towards its own artistes within the Ghanaian music industry itself.
He argued that the lack of respect for local talents in Ghana was responsible for their reception abroad.
“But do you know why we are not respected out there? We do not see ourselves as such. “Until we in Ghana start respecting our own, the people out there will not respect them,” he concluded.
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