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Samini’s Scatter Badmind beat was for Kakie, but something happened…JMJ reveals
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Renowned Producer, Joshua Raphaelson affectionately called JMJ has revealed how Samini teamed up with him to produce the monstrous hit song, Scatter Badmid.
According to him, the instrumental was originally for Kakie.
Speaking to Caleb Nii Boye on 3FM, he said Samini was to come to the studio and record a song for Kakie with the beat.
JMJ revealed that knowing how bubbly Samini was, he felt something had gone wrong with his mood.
Curious to find out what had triggered the mood, JMJ enquired from the then Road Manager of Samini, Fire Sticks.
To his surprise, he revealed, “He told me that when they were coming Emma (Samini) received a call that our brother (Shatta Wale) has disrespected his (Samini) mother again. it was something that has been going on, but together with Tony Pun, then Manager of Samini, had resolved not to allow Samini to go that direction due to the kind of audience his brand appeals to.”
He said, this notwithstanding, Samini went into the booth to record the song for Kakie, but JMJ still did not like his mood.
Interestingly, he decided to defy his own directive by asking Samini to enter the booth again and free his mind on the same beat.
“I asked him how he felt about the beat and his reply was that it was good, so I said I have been saying no to this, but today, I want you to go into the booth on this same beat and free your mind, say anything on your mind, and he entered,” he said.
He said within a short time, verse one was ready, followed by a hook, second and third verses, indicating that he was tired of this disrespect from Shatta Wale.
According to him after recording Samini was cool, but he (JMJ) had to edit some lyrics out and later converted the beat to a rhythm to open it up for other artistes.
Interestingly, JMJ said when he sent the song to Abeiku Santana at Okay FM to release on radio, he was nearly assaulted by Bulldog who was then the manager of Shatta Wale.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The newly crowned winners of Miss Ghana 2026 have been officially presented to the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, as the pageant prepares to mark 70 years of beauty, culture, and national pride.
The courtesy call, held recently in Accra, also marked the official unveiling of the queens to the Minister and Miss Ghana @70 Legacy Project, a year-long initiative to commemorate the pageant’s 70-year history and reposition it as a platform for tourism promotion, youth empowerment, and cultural diplomacy.
The delegation was led by Ms Inna Patty, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Exclusive Events Ghana, organisers of Miss Ghana.
The team presented their roadmap for the reigning queens, including preparations for the Miss World competition and a series of activities lined up ahead of the pageant’s 70th anniversary.
Commending the organisation for sustaining the pageant for seven decades, Madam Dzifa Gomashie pledged the ministry’s full support.
She assured that the queens’ activities will be aligned with national tourism campaigns and other key initiatives to project Ghana’s heritage to the world.
The grand finale of the 69th edition, held under the theme: ‘Empowering Women, Enduring Legacy,’ saw Rumzia Sule, an International Relations student at the University of Cumbria, crowned Miss Ghana 2026.
She emerged victorious over 12 other contestants to claim the coveted national title.
Also honoured on the night were Fatimatu Zara Ishaku, a University of Ghana graduate, who placed as 1st Runner-Up, and Whitney Opoku Nketia, who was named 2nd Runner-Up.
Founded in 1957, the same year Ghana gained independence, Miss Ghana remains the nation’s oldest and most prestigious beauty pageant.
For 70 years, it has crowned women who have gone on to serve as ambassadors for Ghanaian culture, fashion, education, and social impact.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Award-winning reggae musician, Ras Kuuku, has released the official music video for his smash hit single, ‘Nea Aka.’
Directed and shot by Sky Gee, the captivating video features popular Ghanaian comedian, Oh Joo, and brings the song’s message of hope to life through powerful storytelling.
Performed in Twi, ‘Nea Aka’ translates to ‘What is left is far more.’ The song is an anthem of perseverance, faith, and optimism, urging listeners not to be defined by present struggles.
Ras Kuuku uses the track to remind fans that better days were ahead, blending soulful melodies with his signature reggae sound and conscious lyrics, the record speaks directly to anyone feeling discouraged or uncertain about the future.
“Life will always present challenges, but we must never allow today’s struggles to make us forget tomorrow’s possibilities,” Ras Kuuku said.
The visuals mirror the song’s theme, focusing on endurance, growth, and everyday people striving toward a brighter future.
Known for his authentic storytelling and socially conscious music, Ras Kuuku continues to cement his place as one of the most respected voices in African reggae, using his platform to inspire and uplift audiences in Ghana and beyond.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
