Ghana’s movie industry has been plunged into mourning following the reported death of veteran Kumawood actor Kwadwo Kwakye Obuobi, who has sadly passed away after a prolonged battle with kidney failure.
The heartbreaking news was first reported by Kumasi-based Akoma FM on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
A Maryland-based attorney has revealed how an African DNA test led her to embrace traditional African spirituality and eventually become a fully initiated Ghanaian fetish priestess, a role she has combined with her legal career for nearly two decades.
Lawranda Owens, known at her shrine as Nana Ofua Serwaa or Okomfuor Serwaa, spoke about her unusual path during an exclusive interview with ZionFelix. She explained that what began as a search for her ancestry turned into a five-year spiritual initiation that took her from the United States to a village near Koforidua, where she completed her training before becoming an Okomfuor.
Owens said she was born and raised in the United States but decided to trace her family roots through an African DNA test. The results showed that her mother’s ancestry is linked to Nigeria’s Yoruba ethnic group, while her father’s lineage traces back to Ghana. Those findings, she explained, inspired her to reconnect with her African heritage.
According to Owens, her spiritual abilities were evident long before she understood their significance. She recalled experiencing unexplained encounters from childhood, saying she regularly saw spirits, communicated with ancestors and travelled in the spiritual realm. She added that she would often tell her mother about conversations with great-grandparents she had never met, only to discover that the descriptions matched relatives her mother knew.
Recognising those experiences as more than childhood imagination, Owens said she committed herself to formal spiritual training. The process lasted five years and included instruction in the United States as well as repeated trips to Ghana, where she returned to her ancestral village near Koforidua to complete the final stages of her initiation.
She explained that the training went far beyond spiritual rituals. It also involved learning local customs, language, cultural traditions, taboos and techniques for developing her spiritual gifts under the guidance of experienced practitioners.
During the interview, Okomfuor Serwaa also gave viewers a glimpse inside her shrine, displaying idols and other sacred objects that form part of her spiritual practice.
Owens acknowledged that balancing her responsibilities as an attorney with her life as a fetish priestess has not always been straightforward. She said the initiation demanded significant lifestyle changes that affected both her appearance and her professional image.
She explained that the process required her to shave off her hair, stop wearing makeup and dress exclusively in African clothing. As a practising lawyer, she admitted she initially worried about how clients and colleagues would react, especially during the colder months when she still maintained her traditional attire while adding blazers or scarves for warmth.
Owens also challenged the widely held belief in Ghana that traditional shrines and their spiritual powers cannot exist beyond Africa or cross large bodies of water.
She argued that many African spiritual traditions were carried to the Americas during the transatlantic slave trade, making it possible for those practices to continue outside the continent. She said some Ghanaians remain sceptical about her role as a genuine Okomfuor, while many Americans struggle to understand traditional African spirituality. Because of that, she spends much of her time educating people about her beliefs and practices.
Owens further explained that she continues to receive messages from ancestors through dreams, describing sleep as a period of spiritual travel rather than rest. She said she relays those messages to people who seek her guidance and believes the accuracy of those revelations has helped many accept the authenticity of her work.
Watch the exclusive interview below.
Gospel singer Selina Boateng has stated that her marriage ended because she got married before the right time. She described the experience as a lesson in trusting God’s timing.
The award-winning musician reflected on her failed marriage during an interview on Max TV on July 16, 2026, saying she now believes timing was at the heart of what went wrong.
“It wasn’t the right time for me to get married,” she said.
Selina Boateng married Isaac Berchie on December 7, 2019, in a ceremony at the Church of Pentecost (Magazine) Maakro Central in Kumasi. The union lasted six years before she publicly confirmed in 2025 that the marriage had come to an end.
Responding to claims that she may have been pressured into getting married, the gospel singer firmly rejected the suggestion. She maintained that marriage is a personal decision and cannot be forced on anyone.
Reflecting on the experience, she said she has come to appreciate the importance of God’s timing, believing her story could have unfolded differently if she had waited.
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“Nobody can force someone to get married. If you didn’t know the person, you wouldn’t have married them. So no one can force anybody. I just realised it wasn’t the right time. God works according to His timing, and when the time is right, everything falls into place. It becomes smooth and works perfectly,” she said.
Her recent remarks echo advice she shared in a 2025 interview on Okay FM, where she encouraged young people not to allow societal expectations to rush them into marriage.
She stressed the importance of taking time to understand both oneself and a prospective spouse before making a lifelong commitment. According to her, many people conceal aspects of their true character during courtship, and some behaviours only become apparent after marriage, making them difficult to change.
Selina Boateng also warned against taking marital advice from people who pressure others to marry simply because of age or public expectation.
She argued that some of those urging others to settle down are quietly dealing with unhappy marriages themselves. While presenting an image of successful relationships to the outside world, she said, they often hide their own struggles and encourage others to make the same hurried decision.
Ghanaian TikToker and influencer Martina Dwamena, popularly known as Asantewaa, has responded strongly after a social media user publicly wished for her business to fail amid the ongoing attention surrounding her breakup with baby daddy, AMG Armani.
The social media personality has remained a trending topic in recent weeks after confirming that her relationship with AMG Armani had come to an end. The breakup first drew widespread concern when Asantewaa shared an emotional video of herself in tears before later revealing during a TikTok Live session that she had chosen to prioritise her peace and personal well-being.
Since confirming the split, old videos and discussions about the former couple’s relationship have resurfaced online, with many social media users continuing to share their opinions on the situation.
In her latest response, Asantewaa shared a screenshot of a comment from a social media user who wrote: “Oh God please collapse her business for me.”
The influencer did not let the remark slide. Posting a video with Sarkodie’s song Strength of a Woman playing in the background, she responded with a lengthy message expressing confidence that her business would continue to thrive despite the negativity.
“Whatever you wish for me, I wish you double portions of that! My business will never collapse. In Jesus’ name. Don’t even annoy my genuine followers to fill up my various branches in their numbers. No weapon fashioned against my business will ever prosper. You think God is from your village?” she wrote.
Her response quickly gained traction on social media, with many followers applauding her for standing up against online negativity, while others urged internet users to refrain from attacking public figures over their personal lives.
Veteran Ghanaian actress Harriet Naa Akleh Okanteh, popularly known as Auntie B, has made a candid revelation about the financial realities of her decades-long career in the country’s movie industry, disclosing that she has not been able to acquire a house or any major property through acting.
In an exclusive interview with Okay FM’s Nana Romeo, the celebrated actress revealed that despite spending more than 40 years entertaining Ghanaians on screen, she has little to show for her acting career in terms of material assets.
When asked whether she had managed to purchase a house, car, or other valuable property with the income she earned from acting, Auntie B responded with a straightforward “No,” explaining that she preferred to be honest about her circumstances rather than create a false impression.
“After all these years in acting, I don’t have a house or any property I can proudly say I acquired from the money I earned through acting. I’m not ashamed to admit it because that’s the reality,” she said.
According to the veteran actress, acting, particularly during the early years of Ghana’s film industry, did not provide actors with enough financial rewards to accumulate wealth or invest in long-term assets.
Auntie B revealed that what has largely sustained her and her family over the years has been her work as a master of ceremonies (MC), rather than her acting career. She explained that regular MC engagements enabled her to provide for herself and raise her children.
However, she lamented that opportunities in the events industry have become increasingly competitive, making it difficult to secure bookings without recommendations or personal connections.
To supplement her income, the actress disclosed that she has also ventured into selling small items, stressing that she cannot afford to remain idle while waiting for opportunities to come her way.
Speaking about the kind of support she would appreciate, Auntie B said receiving a house or a car would significantly improve her situation. She recalled with gratitude that Reverend Obofour had previously gifted her a vehicle, but disclosed that the car has since developed major mechanical faults and is currently at a repair shop.
Ghanaian TikToker Camilla Alhassan has been sentenced to one year in prison by the Accra Circuit Court after pleading guilty to charges of offensive conduct and the publication of false news targeting President John Dramani Mahama.
Camilla appeared before the court on Thursday, July 16, 2026, where she admitted to all the charges brought against her. Following her guilty plea, the court handed down a 12-month custodial sentence.
According to prosecutors, the TikToker used her social media platforms to publish a series of false and offensive allegations about the President without providing any evidence to support the claims.
Among the allegations presented in court was a claim that President Mahama allegedly buried 32 cows as part of rituals to secure victory in the 2024 general elections. The prosecution described the allegation as baseless and misleading.
Court documents also revealed that Camilla made several other serious accusations against the President. These included claims that he had committed sexual offences, fathered a child due to excessive alcohol consumption, was responsible for the deaths of former Presidents John Evans Atta Mills and Paa Kwesi Amissah-Arthur, and used abusive language against him.
The prosecution argued that the statements were entirely unsubstantiated and had the potential to damage the reputations of the individuals mentioned.
After considering her guilty plea, the Accra Circuit Court convicted Camilla Alhassan and sentenced her to one year in prison.
The case has generated widespread public discussion, with many Ghanaians debating the responsibilities that come with using social media platforms and the legal consequences of publishing false or defamatory content online.
Legal observers say the ruling serves as a reminder that individuals can be held accountable for misinformation and offensive publications, particularly when such claims are made without evidence and have the potential to harm the reputation of others.
Gospel musician Celestine Donkor has urged husbands to rethink the belief that marriage automatically guarantees sexual access to their wives. She stressed that intimacy is built through love, emotional connection, and genuine care.
The singer shared her thoughts in a video posted on her Instagram page, where she explained that a woman’s willingness to be intimate is often influenced by how she is treated within the marriage. According to her, affection and attention from a husband play a crucial role in strengthening the bond between couples.
“Dear husband, the fact that you’ve married a woman into your matrimonial home doesn’t mean that whenever you want sex anyhow, anytime, you will automatically get it regardless of how you treat the woman. A woman needs a lot of love, care, and attention to get her tissue wet. Sweet-talk your own wife. Show her love. Show her care,” she said.
Celestine Donkor advised husbands not to allow busy schedules and daily responsibilities to weaken communication with their spouses. She said simple acts such as checking in during the day and expressing affection can help keep the emotional connection alive.
“Don’t leave the house from morning till evening without calling your wife to check on her. Tell her you can’t wait to see her again. Put some words in her face,” she stated.
The gospel singer emphasised that marriage requires continuous effort, patience, and intentional nurturing. She likened a wife to a precious flower that must be handled with love and appreciation rather than taken for granted.
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“That is why, when you are going to marry, they say you are going to your wife’s family to pluck a rose and treat that woman with love, patience, and a lot of attention,” the gospel singer indicated.
She further explained that asking for attention does not mean wives expect their husbands to abandon their responsibilities or remain at home all day. Instead, she said women want to feel remembered, appreciated, and emotionally connected even when their partners are away.
“When we say attention, we are not saying you should stay home and not work. We are saying that even when you are away from home, let your presence be felt by your wife,” she averred.
Celestine Donkor also cautioned husbands against assuming that a wife’s faith or commitment to marriage makes her immune to emotional struggles or relationship challenges.
She said men who neglect their wives because they believe a devoted Christian woman would never be unfaithful could be making a serious mistake.
“If you don’t, and you think that because you are married to a perfect Christian woman, she will never cheat on you, you are lying; she will cheat on you,” Celestine Donkor further stated.
Watch the video below.
Popular Ghanaian TikToker and social media influencer Asantewaa has reportedly been hospitalised after making a shocking suicide threat during a sad TikTok live session that left many of her fans deeply worried.
In the now-viral live broadcast sighted by Zionfelix.net, Asantewaa tearfully pleaded to be given the opportunity to explain the ongoing rift between herself and her younger brother, Kay Verli and her baby daddy, warning that she might not stay alive if she continued to bottle up her pain.
Following this emotional outburst and suĩcide threat, some videos that have emerged suggest that Asantewaa has been admitted to hospital.
In the video seen online, the social media personality is seen lying on a hospital bed while receiving medical attention. Although the exact cause of her admission has not been made public.
It new been reported by some of the friends who went to se her that Asantewaa is responding well to treatment.
See the video below…
Awal is seeking a fresh start with some of the biggest names in Ghana’s music industry as he offers a public apology to Fameye, Medikal, and any other colleague he believes may have been hurt by his actions over the years.
The rapper says it is time to leave old disputes behind and focus on building stronger relationships that will help move Ghanaian music forward.
During an interview on Okay FM, Awal recounted his long-standing disagreement with Fameye, revealing that their once-close friendship broke down after a business-related misunderstanding several years ago.
The issue dates back to 2019 when Awal enlisted Fameye for his song Akuapem Poloo. According to him, he paid the singer GH¢500 to appear in the music video, but Fameye failed to attend the scheduled shoot.
Awal explained that Fameye eventually returned the money and requested that his verse be removed from the track, bringing their collaboration to an abrupt end.
Reflecting on the episode, Awal admitted he still feels disappointed about how their friendship ended and used the opportunity to apologise.
“I had issues with Fameye. I don’t even know how it ended, but there was a misunderstanding between us. I don’t know how he felt. Maybe he felt really bad. I would like to tell him that if I’ve stepped on his toes, I’m sorry. We were friends and there was business involved, but sometimes I feel bad that we don’t have that kind of vibe anymore,” Awal said.
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He also addressed his past differences with rapper Medikal, saying their fallout was rooted in the competitive spirit that defines hip-hop, where artists often exchange lyrical jabs.
“As for Medikal, I recorded a song, Take It or Leave It. In the hip-hop fraternity, it’s part of the culture to take shots at someone. Medikal also used to like me and support me, but through rap culture, one way or the other, I stepped on his toes,” he stated.
Apart from the two artistes, Awal extended an olive branch to everyone in the creative arts space who may have been offended by his words or actions.
He appealed for forgiveness and called on industry players to set aside personal differences in the interest of advancing Ghana’s music industry.
“To all my colleagues in the industry, if I’ve stepped on your toes in one way or another, I want to say please find a place in your heart to forgive me. Let’s do this together because we are doing this for the culture. Let’s put Ghana on the map,” Awal pleaded.
Watch his statement below.
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Popular Ghanaian TikToker and social media influencer Asantewaa has caused some stir across social media after making a chilling statement suggesting she could take her own life if she is not given the chance to explain the ongoing issues between her and her younger brother, Kay Vile.
In a TikTok live session sighted by Zionfelix.net, the influencer broke down in tears as she opened up about the family rift, claiming she has endured months of emotional pain without understanding why her younger brother suddenly cut ties with her.
