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Presidency Had No Knowledge Of Meek Mill’s Music Video Recording – Ahiagbah
Richard Ahiagbah
The Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah has stated American rapper, Meek Mill didn’t search permission earlier than recording his music video on the Jubilee House in Accra.
His feedback come on the again of big backlash from the Ghanaian public on a teaser of the music video launched by the American rapper shifting across the Jubilee House together with his crew from the frontage to the convention corridor and different seating areas.
There has been public angst after Meek Mill launched parts of the video by way of Instagram reel.
The rapper was later seen standing in entrance of the lectern largely utilized by the President throughout his addresses.
However, in a tweet on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, the previous Deputy Director of Research on the Presidency said that the seat of presidency had no information of the musician’s actions.
“Meek Mill music’s video was not sanctioned by the Presidency. Its permission was not sought whatsoever for the use of the video.
“The musician has realized his indiscretion, apologized and taken down the video,” Mr. Ahiagbah said.
Meanwhile, a safety analyst, Dr. Adam Bonaa says American rapper, Meek Mill’s music video at Ghana’s seat of Government, Jubilee House constitutes a serious safety breach.
Commenting on the matter on the Morning Starr with Naa Dedei Tettey on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, Dr. Bonaa indicated that underneath no circumstance ought to the safety on the Presidency have allowed the rapper to do what he did.
“When I saw the video what came to mind first is that this is a major security breach. I saw it as a major security breach without asking any questions because the seat of government on paper is where the President and his family are supposed to reside.
“On paper, it is where the President, Vice President by and large, and his cabinet if you check the Constitution are supposed to usually have their meetings. So it is a premise that is highly protected, it is supposed to be the most protected facility in this country,” Mr. Bonaa said.
Source: ghanaweb.com
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
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
