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Stand-up Comedy Festival: “Comic & Comedy” blends new and old generation of comedians for iconic nights
Ghanaians are set to have the time of their lives as pioneers in the country’s comedy industry join forces with a new generation of comedians for an unforgettable experience of over bursting into laughter.
The maiden stand-up comedy festival, dubbed “Comic & Comedy” and powered by JPS Communications with support from Superfam Network, is slated for Saturday, July 22, and Sunday, July 23, 2023, at Accra’s National Theatre.
The hilarious show “Comic & Comedy,” which has assembled top-notch comedians from the industry, will feature stunning performances from the old, current, and future generation of comedians under one roof for two nights, with shows at 4 pm and 8 pm each day.
Unleashing the atmosphere of uncontrolled laughter would be veteran politician and communications consultant, Fritz Baffour and astute broadcaster and actor, Mikki Osei Berko.
Complementing these legends would be the touch-bearers of the current generation, Foster Romanus, Clemento Suarez, Jacinta, OB Amponsah, Lekzy Decomic, Jeneral Ntatia, Afia Barcelona, Putogo and Yaa Anima.
The brain behind the event, Francis Tetteh Nutakor has pointed out that the Comedy industry is evolving, and for this reason, he thought it prudent to stage a show that will blend the old, current and future generation to commemorate milestones achieved.
He commented that the strides made from the days of concert parties and other comedy shows on television and the continuing impact of the present generation of comedians is a contribution to growth that should be celebrated.
Mr. Nutakor added that the festival’s goal is to recognize everyone who has contributed to the field, and this is what led to the collaboration.
Additionally, he thinks that this would provide the next generation a chance to draw from the well of wisdom that the space legends have to offer.
He continued by saying that in order to ensure that all of the groups were properly catered to, the organizers took into account the numerous patron segmentations.
There will be musical performances, dancing performances, networking opportunities, and more to make sure that the crowd’s excitement reaches a noticeable peak. Tickets for normal and VIP admission cost GHS150 and GHS250, respectively.
By dialing *713*003#, customers can easily order tickets from the comfort of their homes and participate in history by attending Ghana’s first stand-up comedy festival.
Multiple award-winning dancehall artiste Emmanuel Andrew Samini popularly known as Samini is set to return to his Dansoman base with the much-anticipated Samini Experience on December 24.
The musician, who has nurtured top talents from the community in the past, says this year’s edition will be held in collaboration with the Dansoman Homecoming Carnival, to make the event bigger.
Speaking to the media at Kegali Hotel during a press launch on Friday, October 16, Samini said activities including a clean-up exercise, health walk, Children’s Day and games will take place from December 18 ahead of the main event.
According to him, the choice of Dansoman is to give back to the community where it all started.
He added that the event was also aimed at nurturing future talents by giving them a platform to showcase their abilities.
He disclosed that some music legends from Dansoman and other big names in the music industry will be on the bill to thrill patrons.
Samini also revealed that the Dansoman Exhibition streets will be blocked to make way for the unforgettable night of music.
He expressed appreciation to the Ablekuma West Municipal Assembly for their collaboration to ensure the success of the programme.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Ghanaian musician Darlington Agyekum, popularly known as Dr Cryme, says he believes leadership is about making a lasting impact rather than holding office.
In an interview after graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Studies at the Methodist University’s 2026 graduating class, Dr Cryme reflected on his student leadership journey and highlighted some of the initiatives he spearheaded while serving the university community.
“I always say this position is not a possession. People will come and go, but how you made a mark and who you helped is what we’re here for and how we’ll be remembered. Do your best, let God handle the rest,” he stated.
The rapper, who served as SRC President for the 2025/26 academic year, said his administration championed inclusiveness across the university’s three campuses under the motto, “For us, by us.”
“My motto, ‘For us, by us,’ brought inclusiveness and familiarity with all three campuses together in common goals and activities like education, health, sportsmanship and debates, which all projected the school to higher grounds and above,” he said.
According to him, the vision brought students together while strengthening unity and raising the profile of the university. He also served as a Council Member, Head of Entertainment and a face and brand ambassador for Methodist University Ghana.
Dr Cryme recounted that he was SRC President when the university celebrated its 25th anniversary and said his administration also revamped a legacy canteen project while improving seating facilities for students in classrooms and recreational areas.
He further disclosed that his administration introduced VOMUG (Voice of Methodist University Ghana), a communication platform designed to improve the dissemination of information through emails, bulk SMS, flyers and audio-visual content.
“I enhanced sitting materials for students both in the classrooms and outside for leisure and socialising. I also introduced VOMUG, which has helped in the dissemination of information through email, bulk SMS, flyers and audiovisuals, just to mention a few,” he added.
Although he and his team received citations from the university’s Tema administration in recognition of their service, Dr Cryme was quick to credit the wider university community for the achievements.
“Although we were presented with citations, myself and my team, by the administration in Tema, all these milestones wouldn’t have been attained without the support, involvement and indulgence of the beautiful people and stakeholders of Methodist University Ghana,” he said.
Beyond his academic achievement, Dr Cryme also announced that he has released a new single titled “Heat.”
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