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NCCE partners Miss Ghana Foundation to promote civic values among contestants
The National Commission for Civic Education and Miss Ghana Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further enhance civic consciousness among contestants of the Miss Ghana Beauty Pageant.
The two-year partnership will afford the NCCE another platform to promote civic education among contestants who will serve as Civic Ambassadors for nation-building.
At an official signing ceremony in Accra, the Acting Chairperson of NCCE, Ms. Kathleen Addy was pleased about the collaboration and described the initiative as unique and was convinced the two institutions would work to promote civic values and patriotism among young women.
Ms. Addy said the NCCE among other roles will educate and sensitise contestants of the Miss Ghana Beauty Pageant on the relevance of the elements of civic education, which include civic knowledge, civic skills, and civic disposition, and educate them on the roles they play in nation-building and national development.
The Managing Director of Exclusive Events, Ms. Inna Maryam Patty, saidthe collaboration was a step in the right direction, adding that the signing of the MOU marked the beginning of better moments for civic education and beauty pageants in Ghana.
She said, the Miss Ghana Foundation has seen the need for contestants to be educated on civic matters. She disclosed that, ‘the Miss Ghana winner in each partnership year would serve as a Brand Ambassador of NCCE and her two runners-up in each partnership year would attend mutually selected events of NCCE’.
Training sessions for the contestants started this June, 2022, and they would be examined on civic matters during the competition.
Present at the signing ceremony were the Deputy Chairman in-charge of Operations, Mr. Samuel Asare Akuamoah and Commission Secretary, Mr. Tito Voegborlo.
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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
