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Yvonne Nelson premieres Kotoka on Vals Day
• Yvonne Nelson
Ace Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson has urged lovers to throng cinemas for the premiere of her new movie dubbed, “Kotoka”.
The premiere is slated for Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at 7 pm, at the Silverbird Cinemas in Accra.
According to her, she is premiering the movie on Valentine’s Day to give revellers an opportunity to hang out with their loved ones, family, and friends.
Yvonne Nelson who played the role of Ruby Benson told the media,
Kotoka is a story about two women: Ruby Benson, 34, a high-class business woman and Naya Essel, a 28-Year-old unemployed graduate.
Both are distanced by life, separated by class but yet connected by one choice they both made.
A choice that ultimately defines their destiny and that of many others. A choice that will either keep them alive or leave them dead, which is hinged on their ability to cross the border.
The movie also features, Franklin Adjetey, Majid Michel, Solomon Fixon-Owoo Jnr., Christy Ukata, Darylyn Adu-Gyamfi, and Kweku Elliot among others.
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known as Shatta Wale, has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) held in Florida over the weekend.
He picked up the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award as well as Concert of the Year for ShattaFest.
In a statement, Shatta Wale’s management expressed appreciation to the organisers and supporters of the awards.
“Management would like to sincerely appreciate the organisers of the IRAWMA awards for the recognition and continuous support for African music on the global stage.
“We also extend our deepest gratitude to fans across the world, especially the Shatta Movement fraternity, for their unwavering support, votes, and dedication throughout the years,” the statement said.
The statement added that the latest wins reaffirm the artiste’s position as one of Africa’s leading musical exports and a prominent figure in global dancehall culture.
The awards bring Shatta Wale’s total haul at the IRAWMA to 11, highlighting his continued presence on the international reggae and dancehall scene.
At last year’s edition, he won three awards: Best African Dancehall Entertainer, Best Music Video for “Killa Ji Mi”, and Best Crossover Song for “Commando” featuring Bounty Killer. -GNA
Legendary gospel artist Herty Ofori Borngreat is officially returning to the music scene after a 13-year hiatus, her management announced Wednesday.
The surprise announcement ends over a decade of absence from the music industry for the celebrated singer.
According to an official statement released by her management team, the upcoming comeback will feature a rollout of new music projects and various spirit-filled initiatives aimed at inspiring hope and connecting with believers globally.
“We are delighted to officially announce that Herty Ofori Borngreat is making a highly anticipated return to the gospel music scene,” the management team noted in a statement, expressing deep gratitude to fans and partners for their unwavering loyalty during her long absence.
They added, “We are confident that this comeback will be both impactful and memorable.”
Management has urged fans, the media, and the global gospel community to follow her official social media platforms for update.
No specific dates have been set for the first single, but updates are expected in the coming weeks.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
