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Model, Larkuor Adjartey nominated for Ghana Outstanding Woman Awards
One of Ghana’s hottest models, Larkuor Adjartey (Larkgh) has been nominated for the Outstanding Woman in Model category in the upcoming Ghana Outstanding Women (GOWA) Awards.
Larkuor, known as ‘Queen of Divas’ is looking forward to add the award to her long list of prestigious awards won within a decade in modelling.
The awards, which is the third edition is slated for the Alisa Hotel on October 16 in Accra and organised by ASKOF Productions. It is aimed at recognising outstanding women for their efforts in various sectors of the country.
For Larkuor, the GOWA awards, would crown her anniversary celebrations and she is looking forward to gracing the red carpets with her usual stunning and glamorous appearance.
She recently won the Best Female Photo Model at the Ghana Innovation Awards and told The Spectator that, she had been working hard over the years and looking forward to end the year with yet another recognition.
The fast-rising model said, “the modelling industry is yet to see the best of me and I would continue to work hard to get to the top and make the nation proud.”
She urged the public to vote for her through the short code provided or visit the GOWA website and vote via the vote button.
The model is also known for her charitable works under her ‘Lakuor Foundation’ which provided support both in kind and in cash to deprived communities across the country.
Chief Executive Officer for ASKOF, Afua Asantewaa Aduonum said, organisers were working tirelessly to make the event grand and successful.
Some other nominees for the event she said, include, Becca, Wendy Shay, Nana Ama McBrown and Deloris Frimpong Manso (Delay) with hiplife duo Keche set to perform on the night.
By Michael Abayateye
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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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Kwabena Kwabena launches ‘Aso’ @20, set to embark on global tour
The Ace highlife musician Kwabena Kwabena, known in private life as George Kwabena Adu, has launched ‘Aso’ @20, to celebrate the song which ushered him to the mainstream music industry.
The song, was originally released in 2004 as part of his debut album. ‘Aso’ featured other timeless tracks such as ‘Ka Kyere Me’ and ‘Trodom’.
The launch event took place on Friday, July 18, 2025 at Corks Lounge in Osu and was hosted by renowned broadcaster Andy Dosty.
“It’s an honour to see ‘Aso’, now 20 years old, still resonating with audiences and being performed by a new generation of artistes.”
Kwabena Kwabena also recounted how some executive producers among others rejected the song, due to the trends at the time.
He expressed his appreciation to all those who have contributed to his success over the period.
As part of the year-long celebration, Kwabena Kwabena announced a world tour that will span Africa, Europe, North America and Australia.
The concerts, set to begin in August, will take place in more intimate venues to allow for closer engagement with fans.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
