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Perez Musik lightens Kaneshie and Makola with Market Drive initiative
Reigning Male Vocal Performance of the Year and Songwriter of the Year at this year’s Vodafone Frank Nii Okai Tagoe, affectionately called Perez Musik, has successfully organised Market Drive at Kaneshie and Makorla.
The events took place from Saturday, July 22 to Saturday, July 29 at the two markets in Accra.
The goal of the initiative dubbed, ‘The Rhema in Motion’ TRIM, is to go on the streets and places of commerce to spread the gospel and meet young men and boys and provide them with skills and education.
Additionally, he partners with successful figures in society to serve as inspirations to the youth.
At the markets, Perez Musik together with his team gifted those who were able to sing any of his songs and shared the world of God with them.
Also, the team scouted some young men who had lost hope and wanted to throw their hands in despair, took their details to enroll them in their education and skill development programmes.
Speaking to the media, Perez Musik said, he has come to realise that society mostly does not pay attention to the boy-child, but he believes that “ if you are bringing the girl-child up, bring the boy-child close because if you neglect the boys, they will cause problems for the girls through social vices among others.”
According to him, it is which project creates an enabling platform to help the boy-child.
Perez Musik added that as part of the initiative, one could learn graphic designing, video editing, animation, painting, and shoe making, among others to help the boy-child desist from illicit activities.
The Market Drive forms part of the activities leading up to his annual Glorified Concert, set for August 27, 2023, at the Dominion Sanctuary of the Victory Bible Church, Awoshie in Accra, 4 pm.
Ministering together with Perez Musik on the day would be ever-green Pastor Joe Bechem and Cindy Thompson, in addition to Siisi Baidoo.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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The Christmas festivities were nothing short of fun and excitement, especially for patrons of Dodi World in Akosombo in the Eastern Region.
A major highlight was a memorable voyage aboard the famous MV Dodi Princess II, a 150-capacity pleasure boat, which sailed to the scenic Dodi Island, an 84-hectare natural haven.
Among the patrons was a vibrant social group known as ‘Weekend Day Out’, which brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds and workplaces to interact, share ideas and enjoy memorable leisure experiences.
On December 26, the group joined hundreds of other fun lovers to fill the vessel to capacity for what many described as an experience of a lifetime.
The over five-hour journey from Dodi World through to Dodi Island was electrifying. Patrons enjoyed breath-taking rare views of the island’s rich natural scenery and wildlife before returning onboard for the cruise back to the starting point.
The atmosphere was further enlivened by music from DJs and a live band, complemented by an array of drinks and grilled meals, ensuring both young and old had something to cheer about throughout the voyage.
For members of the Weekend Day Out group, the trip served as a joyful reunion with friends after a year of professional commitments, while also providing an opportunity to plan future adventures in the coming year.
Speaking after the event, one of the patrons, Ms Gloria Yaa Baby, said although she had embarked on the voyage several times, the most recent experience was particularly breathtaking and memorable.
“This one was different, with more people and interactive sessions. It gave me many reasons to return and experience the fun again with the Weekend Day Out group,” she stated.
With another exciting adventure scheduled for March this year, she encouraged Ghanaians to make time out of their busy schedules to relax, unwind and enjoy life.
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Joshua Kojo Ampah, a member of the Keche group has stated that the attitude of Nigerian audience during the performance of Ghanaian artiste Stonebwoy and Wendy Shay at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) held in Lagos, Nigeria was intentional.
The hiplife artiste shared his sentiments on social media over the cold reception given to the Ghanaian performers.
“They know Stonebwoy’s songs, they know Wendy Shay’s songs, but they will not get up to hail you. They know what they were doing,” he stated.
He added that performances by Stonebwoy and Wendy Shay were top notch but most audience did not want to relate to the song.
“Is there was any rapper in Africa bigger than Sarkodie? Are there any dancehall artistes in Africa bigger than Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy” he quizzed.
He contrasted this with the energetic reception given to Nigerian legend P Square, who performed at the same event.
Joshua blamed this on the Ghanaian attitude towards its own artistes within the Ghanaian music industry itself.
He argued that the lack of respect for local talents in Ghana was responsible for their reception abroad.
“But do you know why we are not respected out there? We do not see ourselves as such. “Until we in Ghana start respecting our own, the people out there will not respect them,” he concluded.
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