Entertainment
MOGA Awards honours Empress Gifty, others

Mr Hopeson Adorye receiving an award on behalf of wife, Empress Gifty
It was all thrills at the Modern Gospel Awards (MOGA) as distin¬guished personalities in the Ghana gospel industry were honoured in Accra last Saturday for their contributions to the growth of the industry.
On the night, Popular Gha¬naian gospel musicians such as Nacee, Empress Gifty, Mabel Okyere, Scott Evans, Georgia Adjei and many others were honoured.
Dr Maulana Maulana, found¬er of ‘Ministry of the Future’, the key note speaker at the programme said, “the African diaspora must collaborate with the indigenous to produce great works.”
He added that, Ghana was the new Jerusalem since it was referred to as the centre of the earth.
“We as African people have been ‘Europeanised’ so what we have to do is to bring back Africanisation. Ghanaians must begin to make good use of our minds, body, soul, spirit and our natural resources to devel¬op,” he added.
Suriname Ambassador to Ghana, Fidelia Graan-Galon also took the opportunity to sell the country to the Ghanaian youth at the programme.
She touched on opportunities and collaborations which could be har¬nessed for the mutual benefit of both countries.
Renowned politician, Hopeson Adorye who was present to receive an honorary award on behalf of his wife, Empress Gifty charged the Gha¬naian media to support musicians.
He said, this support could go a long way to impact Ghana’s economy positively.
The emotional mo¬ment of the programme was when the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MOGA, Nana Amo Baffour was invited on stage alongside his mother for recognition.
Patrons of MOGA 23 expressed appreciation to the organisers for their contribution to the growth of the gos¬pel industry and wished them well in their sub-sequent programmes.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Kwaisey Pee honours promise, donates GHC50,000 to Korle-Bu Paediatric Oncology Unit

Ghanaian music icon, Akwasi Poku Addae, known in Showbiz circles as Kwaisey Pee has honoured his promise to children suffering from cancer.
Ahead of his 25th anniversary event held at the D’ Icon Event Centre at East Legon last year, he made a promise to donate some funds to children suffering from cancer.
True to his word, the musician has recently made a donation of GHC50,000 to the Paediatric Oncology Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
He told the Ghanaian Times that children are so dear to him, and was optimistic the support would go a long way too impact lives.
The music dynamo also promised that the gesture will not be the last,” it will be a continuous feature from me.”
He also called on Ghanaians home and abroad to lend a helping hand to children suffering from cancer.
According to him, children with cancer have many needs, and a helping hands will go a long way ease the suffering.
“Cancer treatment is very expensive, and leaving that to parents of the children alone, will be a huge burden, with support from you and myself, we can make some changes in other people’s lives,” he concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
A Legacy of Devotion: Jerry Amoah to be honoured by Ghana Music Awards-USA

In the ever-evolving journey of Ghanaian music, there are individuals whose contributions transcend the spotligh.
There are always men and women who work quietly yet powerfully to preserve culture, nurture legends, and keep the soul of the music alive across generations and borders.
One such figures is Jerry Amoah, widely known and affectionately called Nana Kobo.
This year, Ghana Music Awards-USA honours Jerry Amoah for his unwavering commitment to sustaining Ghanaian music, both at home and in the diaspora.
It is a recognition long deserved, a celebration of decades of passion, sacrifice, and cultural stewardship.
Jerry Amoah’s journey has never been about personal glory. Instead, it has been anchored in service: promoting Ghanaian sounds, advocating for artistes, and ensuring that the richness of Ghana’s musical heritage continues to resonate beyond national borders.
Through his tireless efforts, many Ghanaian musicians have found platforms, audiences, and renewed relevance, especially within Ghanaian communities abroad.
Central to his legacy is his steadfast support for gospel music and, in particular, his enduring association with legendary gospel icon Yaw Sarpong.
At times when gospel music needed champions, Jerry Amoah stood firm—protecting its values, amplifying its message, and honoring its pioneers. His respect for Yaw Sarpong is not merely professional; it reflects a deep appreciation for music as ministry, heritage, and moral compass.
Colleagues often describe Nana Kobo as a bridge—connecting generations, genres, and geographies.
He understands that Ghanaian music is not just entertainment, but identity. Through festivals, promotions, mentorship, and behind-the-scenes advocacy, he has helped ensure that Ghana’s rhythms, lyrics, and spiritual expressions remain relevant in a globalized world.
As Ghana Music Awards-USA prepares to bestow this honour, it is not simply recognizing one man—it is saluting a lifetime of dedication to culture, faith, and music.
Jerry Amoah’s story reminds us that true impact is measured not by applause, but by legacy.
And in the story of Ghanaian music, Nana Kobo’s legacy is written in bold, enduring notes.
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