Entertainment
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 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
