The studios of Angel FM Kumasi turned into a hotspot of drama on Friday, November 22, 2024, when popular Ghanaian musician Shatta Wale and award-winning MC/Hypeman, MC Portfolio, had a physical clash during the Angel Drivetime Show, hosted by Ike Unpredictable.
This happens to be the first time the two publicly confronted each other following their recent fallout.
Ghanaian media personality, Natalia Nana Ama Andoh and her husband, Gregory, have divorced.
The former Class FM presenter announced their separation in a post sighted by Zionfelix.net.
She did not specify when they parted ways—but according to her, they have been divorced for some time now.
Natalia reiterated how important it is for her to let the public know her marital status.
She wrote on Facebook: “I’ve always believed that separation or divorce should remain private. However, I’ve come to a point in my life where I now see the importance of addressing these issues to put any questions or associations to rest.
I am no longer in a marriage and have been divorced for some time now. I believe it’s important to put this out there to avoid further questions and confusion about my marital status!”
Though much was not known about their marital life publicly, Natalia in July 2020, took to social media to celebrate their first anniversary.
Her long post at the time read (unedited):
Dear Greg,
I had a hard time choosing an anniversary card for you. One that was realistic and reflects all that we have been through.
Most of the cards i saw were sing-songy and that takes for granted the blood sweat and tears we have endured in order to be where we are today. So I decided to write my own.
I just hugged you a few minutes ago and felt true gladness sweep over me. It’s nice to feel that way, knowing we have come a whole year as husband and wife..
The thing is, it isn’t always easy. Some days aren’t what Hallmark cards are made of. I am sure some people look at us and wonder what the heck we are doing, but I can honestly tell them that we are just two broken people, living in a broken world, with shabby broken tools in our hands, trying to make this monumental thing called marriage actually beautiful.
We have tried really hard, and we have crashed and burned even harder. It’s a good thing that God loves us the same on our best days as our very worst days. That’s where the hope is found, isn’t it? Because if we were to base our love and devotion on our own actions, we couldn’t have made it this far.
We don’t have it figured out. Not even close. We have some real hurdles that we have had to clear. When we said, “I do” a year ago against many odds, we didn’t have a clue what was ahead, or the twists and turns involved. We might tell ourselves that had we known how difficult it would get, we would have ran away.. I definitely would have..
But the truth is, I wouldn’t trade this for the world. I have learnt far more on the choppy sea than I would have in peaceful waters. Empathy, patience, hopefulness, gratitude . . . Thank you for holding my hand through it all..
Happy Anniversary my darling..
We should be proud… We are as tough as nails, and no matter what may come, I’m happy that we have each other to hold through it all..
God is good and He has got us… He will see us get around the next bend in the road. I look forward to the many next phases in our marriage..hopefully without any entanglements..
I love you Gee..
Even though you snore when you sleep..❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Sidra Smith, the twin sister of Hollywood star Tarsha Smith, has obtained Ghanaian citizenship.
Sidra the twin sister of Tarsha Smith became a Ghanaian after a swearing-in ceremony led by President Akufo-Addo.
Sidra Smith, 53, is a producer and writer. She is known for A Luv Tale in 1999, Daredevil in 2003 and Free Angela and All Political Prisoners in 2012.
Originally, Sidra was born in Camden, New Jersey, USA.
The historic swearing-in ceremony is a key milestone in the Beyond the Return initiative, launched in 2019 to commemorate 400 years since the first African was forcibly taken to America.
The programme seeks to strengthen ties between Ghana and the African diaspora, fostering a sense of shared heritage and promoting deeper engagement.
In his remarks, President Akufo-Addo highlighted the value of unity, tolerance, and collective progress. He urged the newly sworn-in citizens to leverage their skills and experiences to contribute to Ghana’s development, creating a better future for all.
“This moment marks a significant step toward reconnecting Africans on the continent with their brothers and sisters in the diaspora,” the President noted, aligning with a vision he first articulated in Washington, D.C., in 2018.
Hon. Henry Quartey, Minister for the Interior, congratulated the new citizens, reminding them of their responsibility to respect Ghana’s laws and uphold the principles of the 1992 Constitution.
Below is a video of Akuapem Poloo and Sidra Smith after the ceremony.
Deputy Minister for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mark Okraku-Mantey, has dismissed claims labeling him as the worst Deputy Tourism Minister.
Addressing the criticism, Okraku-Mantey emphasized that his constitutional role, as outlined in the 1992 Constitution, is to assist and advise the substantive Minister, not to operate as an independent authority.
In an interview on Hitz FM on November 21, he described the accusations as unfounded and based on a misunderstanding of his role.
“I came across Abro’s video claiming I’m the worst Deputy Minister ever in this Ministry. But the roles of Ministers and their deputies are clearly defined in the 1992 Constitution. Unfortunately, some critiques are driven more by emotions than facts,” he said.
He explained that the Deputy Minister’s primary function is to support the main Minister, noting that his contributions are often behind the scenes.
“As a Deputy Minister, my role is to assist and influence my boss, not to take independent actions. In every organizational structure, there’s a chain of command. Instead of asking what the Deputy Minister has done, the real question should be what the Ministry or government has achieved,” Okraku-Mantey clarified.
He also countered comparisons with past Deputy Ministers, arguing that his accomplishments speak for themselves.
“If you claim I’m the worst, then you’re comparing me to my predecessors. But let’s look at the facts—what have previous Deputy Ministers in this role achieved? I’ve contributed to building the amphitheatre, a tangible achievement. Show me what others have done, and then we can have that conversation,” he asserted.
Okraku-Mantey maintained that his record disproves the criticism, reiterating that his efforts have left a lasting impact within the Ministry.
Kisa Gbekle has defended the provocative dress she wore to the birthday party of Tracey Boakye’s daughter.
In May 2024, Tracey celebrated the fourth birthday of her daughter, Nana Akua Nhyira, at her residence in Accra.
Ghanaian actress Kisa Gbekle was among those who attended the birthday ceremony.
After videos from the party were shared online, many people criticised Kisa over the dress she wore. They expressed concerns about why she chose to wear that dress to the birthday party of a kid.
A few months after the incident, Kisa Gbekle has reacted, telling Nana Romeo in an interview on Accra FM that she does give a hoot about what people are saying about her dress.
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Explaining why she settled on that address, the actress and entrepreneur said Tracey asked them to wear white for the birthday celebration—and that was the only white dress she had at the time.
Kisa Gbekle added that she loves to be in the news.
She also revealed that she is not the outing type. According to her, the first time she stayed late outside this year was when she attended Sista Afia’s birthday party.
Kisa talked more about her life outside showbiz.
Watch her explanation below.
Popular gospel singer Piesie Esther has opened up about her deliberate approach to avoiding negativity on social media.
In a November 19 interview on 3FM Drive, Piesie revealed that she chooses to focus on her career rather than engage with online trolls, whom she believes are often paid to spread negativity.
“I’ve realized that some of the people posting negative comments are paid to do so, just to bring others down,” she shared. “Sometimes, you wonder why someone would write such things when you’re simply working hard and promoting your craft.
“For me, it’s not worth the stress. I don’t bother myself with such individuals. I just let it go and stay focused on my work,” she added.
Addressing the topic of female gospel musicians placing greater emphasis on fashion compared to earlier times, Piesie Esther expressed her support for looking presentable.
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“There’s absolutely nothing wrong with gospel musicians, especially women, dressing well. It adds a certain appeal and draws people closer to you.
“However, while it’s important to look good, you shouldn’t expose your body. How you dress reflects how people perceive you,” she advised.
Piesie Esther recently released a new song, ‘Atɛɛne (Overturned)’, in October 2024. She describes the track as a testament to God’s faithfulness in her life.
Interestingly, she revealed that Atɛɛne was written even before her hit song Mo.
“I gave the song to Kaywa before releasing Way3 Mi Yie. My plan was to follow up Way3 Mi Yie with At33ne. But when God blessed me with Mo, I felt it was the perfect song to thank Him for all He had done, especially the success of Way3 Mi Yie. So, I released Mo first as an expression of gratitude, and now Atɛɛne continues that journey,” she explained.
Ghanaian MC and hypeman, MC Portfolio, has confidently declared himself the most deserving winner of the Best Event MC and Hypeman award at the 2024 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards, which took place on November 9, 2024.
Speaking in an interview on Joy Prime after the awards event, MC Portfolio addressed the fact that he was tied with MC Kojo Manuel for the coveted title.
The Ghana DJ Awards held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, has made a lot of headlines.
Apart from the perfectly organized event, the award for the MC/Hypeman of the year, is one has been causing a lot of controversy.
Renowned actor Obrempong Owusu Twum-Barima, popularly known as Dr. Rokoto, has made a passionate plea to his community and Ghanaians at large to vote for former President John Dramani Mahama in the upcoming December 7, 2024, general elections.
Dr. Rokoto, who now serves as the Chief of Akyem Aperade under the stool name Nana Owusu Twum-Barima Tiabofre II, cited the principles of democracy and the precedent set by the United States’ return of Donald Trump as reasons why Ghanaians should not hesitate to bring back Mahama.
Renowned Ghanaian Gospel musician and pastor, Sonnie Badu, has opened up about the precautionary measures pastors/prophets in the United States of America have to put in place.
He stated in an interview with Nana Romeo on Accra FM that men of God in the United States are careful when delivering others.
Dr Badu disclosed that if someone gets hurt or falls down during deliverance, the person can sue the man of God.
Due to this, the ‘Baba’ singer averred members are made to sign and agree to terms before deliverance services.
Stressing on safety, Sonnie Badu added that the church also needs to be insured.
When asked about whether whites also have demons dwelling in them, he gave an affirmative answer.
Sonnie Badu indicated that the demons in whites are worse.
Watch the video below for more.
