Renowned Ghanaian gospel musician and founder of the Asomafo gospel group, Yaw Sarpong, has died. He passed away on 20th January 2026 in Kumasi at the age of 66. Further details surrounding his death are yet to be officially disclosed. His passing comes barely a month after the death of Maame Tiwa, a key member...
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Abeiku Santana, has lauded Nigerian musician and entrepreneur Mr Eazi for committing $2 million towards the establishment of a 3,000-seat event centre in Accra. The planned facility will feature both indoor and outdoor spaces designed to bolster Ghana’s entertainment and events infrastructure. In a...
Nigerian singer, entrepreneur, and Detty Rave founder Mr. Eazi made a bold investment statement during his appearance at the Detty Rave concert, calling on the Ghana Tourism Authority to support his vision for a major entertainment infrastructure project in Ghana. Speaking on stage before a charged audience, Mr. Eazi revealed his interest in acquiring land...
Celebrated Indian actor Dharmendra, one of Bollywood’s most enduring screen icons, has passed away at the age of 89 in Mumbai after weeks of recurring hospital stays. Dharmendra, who was set to mark his 90th birthday on December 8, rose to prominence as one of India’s most recognizable film stars, dominating the silver screen through...
Ghana’s creative arts industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor William Addo, affectionately known as “Akpatse”, who passed away peacefully on November 22 at the age of 72 after a prolonged battle with health complications. Addo was a towering figure in Ghanaian theatre and film, celebrated for his unforgettable performances on GTV’s Thursday Theatre...
Dancehall star Charles Nii Armah Mensah, widely known as Shatta Wale, has extended heartfelt appreciation to his supporters, management team, and the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) following his release from custody on Thursday, August 21, 2025. The musician regained his freedom after fulfilling updated bail requirements, which saw his initial GH₵10 million bail...
The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has released dancehall musician Charles Nii Armah Mensah, widely known as Shatta Wale, on bail set at GH₵10 million, with two sureties required to be validated. In a statement issued on Thursday, August 21, EOCO confirmed that Shatta Wale was invited to support ongoing inquiries into a 2019...
Dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., widely recognized by his stage name Shatta Wale, has been taken into custody by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) as part of an inquiry into the tax status of a yellow Lamborghini Urus. A statement issued by his management confirmed that the artist voluntarily appeared at...
The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has confirmed the confiscation of a luxury Lamborghini Urus SUV from renowned Ghanaian musician Shatta Wale. According to EOCO, the vehicle is connected to Nana Kwabena Amuah—also known as Philip Osei Tutu a Ghanaian-American who was convicted in the United States for orchestrating large-scale romance scams and business...
The vibrant spirit of Ghana’s Muslim youth was on full display over the weekend as Baina TV held auditions for its upcoming reality programme, The Ummah Show. The two-day event, hosted at the Africana Guest House in Madina, Accra, drew young Muslims from across the capital and beyond, all eager to showcase their talents and...