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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
The National Theatre is set to host Fundworld, a dynamic entertainment and educational program, on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 1:00 pm.
The event celebrates World Radio Day and International Day of Friendship, themes that resonate with international celebrations.
The event aims to unearth many talents in young people, aligning with the theatre’s mandate to nurture children’s talents and prepare them for future opportunities.
Funworld is one of the National Theatre’s flagship programmes for basic schools, enabling pupils to create their own performances and present them on stage.
It’s a platform for schools to showcase their talents. Past editions have thrilled a lot of children with edutainment including poetry recital, dance choreography, rap music, drama performances, and this February edition promises to be more exciting and dramatic.
The Funworld programme takes place on every 3rd Sunday of February, March, May, June, and October.
The National Theatre invites schools, parents, and educators to participate in Funworld, a vibrant celebration of Ghanaian culture and creativity.
The event takes place at the National Theatre Main Auditorium, and tickets are priced at GHc 10.00.
The National Theatre also has a flurry of programmes in its first quarter, including ‘Wednesday Theatre’ on the last Wednesday of every month and ‘Thursday Movie’ on the last Thursday of every month.
Gospel minister Mavis Payne has released a spirit-filled worship song of thanksgiving to God dubbed ADEAKYE.
With ADEAKYE, Mavis Payne tells her story of how merciful the Lord has been and encourages people to give thanks to God even for the little blessings.
Recorded live at Eden Experience 2025 and released on Friday, February 6, 2026, the song tells a story of her early discovery, consistent growth, and unshaken devotion.
She further describes the song as the sound of a woman who has walked with her gift, nurtured it, and ultimately offered it back to God.
According to Mavis Payne, music has never been a hobby but rather a calling, patiently unfolding since childhood.
ADEAKYE, the first track on the live recording, is currently streaming on YouTube Mavis Payne Ministries. It is the latest expression of a journey that began long before studios, stages, or spotlights, she intimated.
Growing up, Mavis Payne discovered her gift at a remarkably young age. She recalls being promoted to Class Two after nursery when a simple lunchtime moment changed everything.
As she sang casually, she said her class teacher stopped to listen. Impressed, the teacher led her before other classes and asked her to sing again this time, for an audience. That moment of affirmation lit a fire that has never gone out.
With that early encouragement, music became inseparable from her identity.
However, she expressed gratitude to family and friends who rallied around her talent, offering support that helped shape both her confidence and discipline.
Over the years, Mavis Payne sharpened her craft by backing several artistes and performing on notable platforms, including TV3’s Mentor, one of Ghana’s most influential music talent shows.
According to her, she has also worked with respected musicians such as Ackah Blay, experiences that broadened her musical range and professionalism.
Yet, despite these opportunities in the wider music industry, her focus has remained unwavering.
“My heart has always been to minister for God,” she says.
That focus has guided her path from Sunday school to the present day, shaping not just what she sings, but why she sings.
“ADEAKYE” emerges from this deep-rooted sense of purpose. The song is not merely a release; it is a continuation of a lifelong ministry one anchored in faith, gratitude, and obedience to God’s call.
ADEAKYE is a worship programme Mavis Payne herself is nurturing an intentional space for encounter, intimacy, and authentic praise. The live recording preserves the rawness of the moment: the unfiltered worship, the communal spirit, and the sacred atmosphere that cannot be replicated in a studio.
She noted that it is her declaration of hope, renewal, and God’s faithfulness in every situation, emphasising once you witness a new day, rest assured at hope is not lost.
“I thank God for my life and the gift of ministering through singing to win souls for Christ. And to everyone supporting my ministry, may God make His face shine upon you favourably,” she remarked.
BY TIMES REPORTER
