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Ladies in Media Awards goes digital on March 25
• Margaret Barden
Organisers of Ladies in Media Awards (LIMA) have expressed the readiness for a memorable show this year on March 25.
According to the organisers, unlike past events which are mostly held in conference rooms, this year’s programme would be beamed live on both tradition and social media platforms.
The organisers believe that this will help reach most women in media across the continent.
Speaking to The Spectator, Margaret Barden who is the President and brain behind the initiative said, they would be working directly with credible boards to adjudicate the entire process from the selection to the final day of the event where deserving honorees will be awarded.
She added that the final event will recognise the crème de la crème of outstanding African female personalities in various fields of the media and creative industry in five African countries; Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.
According to her, “LIMA’s vision is to award and recognise media personalities whose work and influence have impacted the media creative space in their respective countries and also encourage upcoming and aspiring young women to strive for professionalism.”
The Awarding board for the Ladies In Media Awards include Hon Nadia Ahmed ,Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology(ICT) , Innovation and youth affairs , Kenya, Mr. Idorenyen Enang, ,President, National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN), Diana Hopeson ,Gospel Artiste, former President of Musicians Union of Ghana, Mr. Tawanda Raymond Entrepreneur – Zimbabwe, and Mr. Maxwell Dodd ,Entrepreneur- Ghana
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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
Patrons at +233 Bar and Lounge had an unforgettable experience at the OK@50 All White Birthday Party last Saturday, April 18.
The Ghanaian music icon, Okyeame Kwame, turned 50 years last Friday, April 17, 2026.
Against this backdrop, the ‘Rap Dacta’ organised an All-White Party on Saturday to mark his 50th birthday to raise funds for the construction of a Paediatric Emergency Ward at the Manhyia Hospital.
This is a legacy project the musician is embarking on to mark his 50th birthday.
As part of the concert, patrons were treated to scintillating live performances by Afriyie Wutah, Akwaboah, Sista Afia, Kuami Eugene, KiDi, Kwabena Kwabena, Ras Kuuku, Abiana, Adina, Abochi, Kweku Darlington, and Kunta Kinte of Bradez fame.
One of the country’s finest DJs, Andy Dosty, also had his turn to mesmerise the patrons with hits from the past to present, a moment which saw many patrons on their feet for most of the time.
Okyeame Kwame rocked the gathering with numerous hits from his repertoire, including his new song dubbed ‘Clap.’
He also expressed appreciation to those who has genuinely supported his career to impact the lives of others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
