Entertainment
Nominations open for 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards

Organisers of Telecel Ghana Music Awards have officially opened nominations for musicians to file their works for the year under review.
In a statement, the organiers noted that “On behalf of the Board, our distinguished sponsors, and esteemed partners, we extend our warmest regards to all music stakeholders, and officially announce the commencement of nominations for the 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.”
According to them, “The scheme is accepting submissions for all commercially released works in the year 2024, from January 1 to December 31. All entries from artistes, artiste managements, record labels, producers, instrumentalists, music composers, and music industry stakeholders should be
submitted via the online portal at www.entry.ghanamusicawards.com before or on Sunday 16th
February, 2025.”
“Please note that the categories of the TGMAs have been revised. The revision affects definitions
and additions. These changes are available on the official website, www.GhanaMusicAwards.com and on the official social media pages (Ghana Music Awards on Facebook, and @ghmusicawards on Instagram and X),” the statement added.
Entertainment
Piesie Esther targets 3 top prizes at 2026 Telecel Music Awards

Ghanaian gospel dynamo, Piesie Esther, has expressed her readiness to take home the Gospel Artiste of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song of the Year and Traditional Gospel Song of the Year awards at this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
The musician with many years of success under her belt in the gospel music industry has been nominated for three categories at this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
Piesie Esther was nominated for Gospel Artiste of the Year, Traditional Gospel Song of the Year, and Most Popular Song of the Year with her smash hit, Nyame Ye.
The award-winning musician believes that she had a wonderful year in 2025, which deserves recognition.
According to her, with over 36 shows, millions of streams enjoyed by her Nyame Ye song, coupled with numerous brand engagements, she was in a pole position to outwit other competitors.
“Family, I need your love and support now more than ever! I’ve been nominated at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards and we’re going all out for the win! ,” she noted.
She called on all and sundry that “Every single vote counts, and I truly appreciate your continuous support. Let’s do this together.”
This year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards is slated for May 9, 2026 at the Palms Convention Centre in Accra.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Okyeame Kwame, others thrill hundreds at 50th birthday bash

Patrons at +233 Bar and Lounge had an unforgettable experience at the OK@50 All White Birthday Party last Saturday, April 18.
The Ghanaian music icon, Okyeame Kwame, turned 50 years last Friday, April 17, 2026.
Against this backdrop, the ‘Rap Dacta’ organised an All-White Party on Saturday to mark his 50th birthday to raise funds for the construction of a Paediatric Emergency Ward at the Manhyia Hospital.
This is a legacy project the musician is embarking on to mark his 50th birthday.
As part of the concert, patrons were treated to scintillating live performances by Afriyie Wutah, Akwaboah, Sista Afia, Kuami Eugene, KiDi, Kwabena Kwabena, Ras Kuuku, Abiana, Adina, Abochi, Kweku Darlington, and Kunta Kinte of Bradez fame.
One of the country’s finest DJs, Andy Dosty, also had his turn to mesmerise the patrons with hits from the past to present, a moment which saw many patrons on their feet for most of the time.
Okyeame Kwame rocked the gathering with numerous hits from his repertoire, including his new song dubbed ‘Clap.’
He also expressed appreciation to those who has genuinely supported his career to impact the lives of others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme








