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03 Dec

Patience Ozokwo Receives First Doctorate Degree At Age 66

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Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwo, popularly known as “Mama G,” has received an honorary doctorate degree in Theatre and Media Arts from the Achievers Network Academy in the United Kingdom. The 66-year-old actress was honored for her decades-long contributions to Nollywood and African cinema. The University of Lagos (UNILAG) presented the award in a ceremony on Saturday, which also celebrated Yoruba actors Adebayo Salami and Jide Kosoko for their legendary roles in the industry. Sharing her excitement on Instagram, Ozokwor expressed gratitude, saying, “Today was like a movie. Honorary Doctorate Degree. Thank you, UNILAG. Thank you.” Patience Ozokwor, a trailblazer…

02 Dec

Special Voting: Consider NPP’s Support When Casting Your Ballot – Prince David Osei Tells Security Personnel

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Ghanaian actor Prince David Osei has urged security services to make wise and informed decisions by voting for the New Patriotic Party and keeping them in power during the special voting exercise on Monday, December 2, 2024. In a post directed at security personnel on his official page on November 30, 2024, the staunch NPP supporter emphasised the importance and impact of this year's election, especially within the security agencies. He warned that voting for the wrong candidate could undermine the progress made by the ruling NPP government within the security forces. According to David Osei, the government's efforts have significantly improved and positively…

02 Dec

Afronitaaa Gifted A Brand-New Car For Her 21st Birthday

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Popular Ghanaian dance artiste, Danita Akosua Adomaah Yeboah, also known as Afronitaaa, received a heartwarming surprise as she celebrated her 21st birthday on November 30, 2024. Afronitaaa marked the occasion with dozens of friends, family, and well-wishers at an all-white event in Accra. In viral videos on social media, the celebration took an unexpected turn when the celebrant was blindfolded and led outside by her parents. To her astonishment, Afronitaaa was presented with a brand new 2024 Toyota CH-R as her birthday gift. Overwhelmed with joy, she could be seen jumping and trying to hold back her tears in the…

02 Dec

Joe Mettle Laments Poor Quality Of Planes Assigned To Ghana From Other Countries

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Ghanaian gospel singer and songwriter Joe Mettle has expressed concern regarding the state of aeroplanes assigned to Ghana from other countries. The 2017 VGMA Artiste of The Year described this as something that bothered him and shared this concern based on observations he made during his travels to many countries. “I’ve had the privilege to travel a bit and realised that most of the planes that come to Ghana are not the best at all compared to the ones that go to other African countries why is that?” he quizzed. The renowned minister added that other countries with a short distance to…

02 Dec

5 Critical Things Showboy Said About Criss Waddle

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Ghanaian socialite Samuel Safo, popularly known as Showboy, sat down with Deloris Frimpong Manso on the 'Delay Show' to discuss his journey in music and life. In the interview, Showboy opened up about his introduction to Criss Waddle and the cause of the fallout between them. From close friends to bitter rivals, here are some critical things Showboy said about Criss Waddle. Meeting and collaboration Showboy and Criss Waddle first crossed paths in Maryland through a mutual friend. Showboy wanted an artiste to work with, and Criss Waddle needed a support system. "A friend called me and said I should…

29 Nov

Actor Aki Shares First Look Of His Adorable Baby Boy [Video]

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Celebrated Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki, has shared the first look at his adorable baby boy. He shared touching moments from the dedication of his son, Chidubem Ivan Chinedu Ikedieze, to God. The event, held four months after Aki joyfully announced the arrival of his baby boy, was a grand occasion filled with laughter, gratitude, and love. Taking to social media, the actor expressed his appreciation to everyone who celebrated with him, sharing photos and videos that captured the memorable day. In one clip, little Chidubem is seen gleefully playing with vibrant balloons adorning the venue, melting…

29 Nov

Shatta Wale Gifts Talented 19-Year-Old Artist GHS 20k For Fees

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Dancehall King Shatta Wale has extended a generous hand to a talented 19-year-old artist, Priscilla, by gifting her GHS 20,000 to support her education. The heartwarming gesture occurred when Priscilla visited Shatta Wale at his studio to present him with a stunning handmade pencil art she had created. Touched by her artistry, the musician engaged her in conversation and discovered her financial struggles. Priscilla revealed through tears that she had been unable to pursue tertiary education after completing senior high school due to a lack of funds, which caused her to put her dreams on hold. Moved by her story,…

29 Nov

Davido Announces Fifth Album Drops Early 2025

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Afrobeats star Davido has revealed plans to release his fifth studio album next year. During an interview on The Baller Alert Show, the Feel crooner confirmed that the much-anticipated album will drop “early 2025.” However, he withheld further details about the project, including its exact release date, featured artists, and the album’s title. The 32-year-old artist also shared exciting news about an upcoming collaborative project with Chike and Odumodublvck, slated for release in a few days. Speaking about the collaboration, Davido referred to Odumodublvck as the “biggest Nigerian rapper” and likened Chike to American singer Bryson Tiller. “We have another [song] coming in…

29 Nov

Wanderlust Ghana Suspends Accra-Cape Town Expedition After Interpol Flags Two Cars As Stolen

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Wanderlust Ghana Expedition Club has suspended its 30,000-kilometer Accra-Cape Town Cross-Country Overland Expedition after two of its vehicles were flagged by Interpol as stolen. The vehicles, a 2016 Lexus RX 350 and a 2018 Toyota Tacoma, were identified as stolen from Canada in 2019 and 2022, respectively. This discovery was made when the team entered the Republic of the Congo. The flagged vehicles have been handed over to authorities in the Republic of the Congo, with law enforcement agencies in Canada and Ghana also notified. The team’s remaining vehicle, a Ford F150 Raptor, has been shipped back to Ghana. Wanderlust…

29 Nov

Omotola Undergoes Surgery After Suffering Life-Threatening Crisis

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Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is celebrating life and good health this Thanksgiving after surviving a serious medical emergency. In an emotional social media post, the actress detailed her ordeal, which started weeks ago when she initially experienced intense back and chest pain, coupled with severe acid reflux. Omotola added that her situation worsened, culminating in excruciating stomach pain and relentless vomiting. She described how she was in and out of the hospital, with temporary relief each time, but ultimately sent home. However, after extensive tests, including a CT scan and MRI, she was diagnosed with a critically dilated gallbladder…