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“My mum named me after Whitney Houston”
US-based Ghanaian artiste, Whitneé Dee has disclosed that she was named after the late American singer, Whitney Houston by her Ghanaian mother.
In an interview on Ayekoo After Drive with Doctor Cann on Happy FM recently, Whitney stated that her mother loved Whitney’s music and decided to name her after the legend.
“I was named after Whitney Houston by my mum. She loves Whitney. I believe they dreamed of me becoming a singer too. So they took the inspiration from Whitney Houston,” she revealed.
Speaking on why she decided to promote her music in Ghana and not America, Whitneé indicated that her music needed to resonate with the right audience and “also there aren’t a lot of female musicians dominating the industry here in Ghana.”
Whitney Djoleto as she is privately known mentioned Efya and Adina as some of her favourite female acts.
The 23-year-old added that she was in Ghana to pursue her dream by dedicating a year to promote her new single ‘Nkoso’ which features Choirmaster of Praye fame.
‘Nkoso’ is available on all major music streaming platforms; Apple Music, Spotify, Youtube etc.
The National Sports Authority (NSA) has warned that Sarkodie will not be allowed to host his Rapaholic concert on the football pitch of the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
Director-General of the NSA, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, said the pitch is strictly reserved for football and other sports activities.
He warned that any unauthorized use of the field during the concert would attract serious penalties, including heavy compensation.
Mr. Ankrah explained that while the Baba Yara Stadium has been approved as the venue, Sarkodie’s stage and sound systems will be positioned behind the goalpost to protect the playing surface.
He said all measures have been put in place to ensure the pitch is not damaged.
He further disclosed that the NSA is in the process of acquiring pitch covers to make it easier to host non-sporting events without compromising the playing field.
The NSA boss also revealed that several churches and organizations had offered as much as GHS 300,000 to use the pitch, but the requests were rejected. According to him, protecting the grounds for domestic and international football is a top priority.
Mr. Ankrah stressed that although the Authority permits the use of stadium facilities for events, the football pitch itself cannot be used for performances or entertainment.
He concluded that if any condition is breached during Sarkodie’s concert, strict sanctions will follow.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ashanti Regional minister, Dr Frank Amoankohene, has welcomed Ghanaian music star Sarkodie to Kumasi ahead of his upcoming concert, Rapperholic: The Homecoming.
Sarkodie paid a courtesy call on the minister on Tuesday to personally invite him to the show, which is scheduled for 27 September at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Dr Amoankohene said the meeting gave them the chance to discuss security arrangements for the event.
He added that they also looked at ways the government and the creative industry can work together to support young artists in the Ashanti Region and across the country.
According to him, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to nurture creativity, ensure public safety and promote the arts as an important part of Ghana’s identity and economic growth.
The minister said he was happy the event would bring fans and visitors to the region, adding that the Ashanti Region “remains ready to host major events in a safe and welcoming environment.”
By: Jacob Aggrey
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