PHRONESIS TO STAMP HIS LONGEVITY WITH HIS DEBUT EP “EVERGREEN”

Phronesis, a Ghanaian singer and an elite composer real named David Nana Amporful debuts his (EP) Extended play titled “evergreen” today the 30^th of September. The seven-track EP which seeks to give hope, life and outlive his days is out today on all platforms.

The Evergreen EP which seeks to stamp his name unto the music scene and to officially pave way for his numerous good works is inspired by the singer's experiences in life and also that of the people around him.

Responding to the reasoning being the title Evergreen, the young genius noted in an interview with Gbafrica.net, "I call it Evergreen because this EP signifies my longevity on the music scene and looking at the heat and impact this particular EP is going to make. I feel it will be evergreen, ever refreshing, and nourishing because it's going to live in the soul, minds, and hearts of a lot of people."

For someone who started music back in Junior High School, Phronesis sees music as a passion and a life journey he is embarking on and doesn’t consider it a job. His distinct genre of music is a blend of the diverse world celebrated genre as he looks up to all the good leaders of the various genres of music and what they stand for concerning music.

MultiChoice Nigeria Presents Laycon With 85 Million Naira Grand Prize At The BBNaija Winner’s Prize Presentation

After 71 days of intense drama and competition, the BBNaija Season 5 came to an end on Sunday 27th of September 2020.

Olamilekan Agbelesebioba popularly known as Laycon emerged winner after scoring the highest votes in the final week of the BBNaija Lockdown Edition.

The 26-year-old was awarded his gifts at a prize presentation ceremony held earlier today at the MultiChoice studios in Lagos. Where he was presented with the cash prize of N30m, an SUV and a two-bedroom house. Also mentioned was a N5m prize from Betway awarded to Laycon and Ozo on their MAD Sports initiative, and all-expense paid trip to the Guinness House Dublin for Dorathy and Laycon.  

Laycon, who made history with over 60 percent of the Big Brother Naija final votes, thanked the organizers, fellow housemates, family, fans and sponsors of the event. “I don’t know what to say, I love you guys very much,” he said. When asked about his plans and projects after the house, Laycon disclosed that he intends to work on projects that will impact the society positively.

Speaking at the Prize presentation, the Chief Executive Officer, MultiChoice Nigeria, John Ugbe said, “Planning a show of this magnitude during these times was not without its challenges. For one, we resorted to holding virtual auditions where we received over 30,000 video entries, from which the “Lockdown 20” were selected.” Mr Ugbe added that Big Brother Naija has changed the way we define employment and relevance.

HOLLARD GHANA AND MELCOM ANNOUNCE GENERAL INSURANCE PARTNERSHIP TO INCREASE INSURANCE ACCESSIBILITY IN GHANA

Insurance and retail giants, Hollard Ghana and Melcom Limited announce the addition of general insurance to their partnership following endorsement by the National Insurance Commission. The addition will strengthen the insurance and retail industry’s pioneering partnership to widen insurance penetration and make it more accessible to Ghanaians.

Via Hollard Insurance, Hollard Ghana’s general insurance company, Melcom Limited will now offer non-life insurance products to its shoppers at convenient Hollard on-the-go booths available in selected shops. The full array of insurance products now available to Melcom customers are motor insurance, home appliance plan, cell phone insurance, and travel insurance in addition to the life insurance and savings policies being presented by Hollard Life Assurance.

Group CEO of Hollard Ghana, Mrs. Patience Akyianu, said: “This is another step in our mission to enable more people to create and secure a better future by offering them insurance at their convenience. With Hollard Insurance now in the mix, Melcom customers have a spread of our life and non-life products when they shop. They can shop, buy insurance, pay premiums, make claims, or simply enquire about our services.”

“I am proud to reiterate that there is great benefit when insurance and retail giants partner. We are moving with the times. Together with our reputable partner, Melcom, we are showing that we put our customers needs at the forefront of what we do,” Mrs. Akyianu added.

Qatar Airways Resumes Four Weekly Flights To Accra

Qatar Airways is pleased to announce it will operate four weekly flights to Accra, Ghana via Lagos from 29 September 2020 becoming the fourth new destination launched by the national carrier of the State of Qatar since the start of the pandemic. The Accra service will be operated by the airline’s state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner featuring 22 seats in Business Class and 232 seats in Economy Class.

Qatar Airways Vice-President, Africa Mr. Hendrik Du Preez said: “We are delighted to land in Accra today.  Qatar Airways has wanted to operate flights to Accra for some time and while the pandemic has slightly delayed these plans, it has not stopped us from fulfilling our commitment to passengers in Ghana and around the world.  

As one of the fastest growing economies in the region known for its local hospitality and highly sought after agricultural exports, I am certain Accra will grow to be an important destination in our network. With flights to more than 28 destinations in Asia-Pacific, 31 in Europe, 12 in the Middle East and nine in North America, passengers wanting to travel to or from Ghana can now enjoy seamless connectivity via the Best Airport in the Middle East, Hamad International Airport. We look forward to working closely with our partners in Ghana to steadily grow this route and support the recovery of tourism and trade in the region.”

Laycon Wins Big Brother Naija "Lockdown" Edition

Laycon, real name Olamilekan Agbelesebioba, has emerged winner of the fifth season of Big Brother Naija after polling 60 per cent of the votes in the final week. The 26-year-old was announced winner at the season’s grand finale on Sunday, the 27th of September.

The 26-year-old rapper beat 19 other housemates to clinch the prize after a fiercely competitive 70 days.

Dorathy, became the last woman standing in the competition and first runner up with 21.85 per cent of the votes. Nengi came in third place after polling 15.03 per cent of the votes, while Neo and Vee finished fourth and fifth with 1.94 and 1.18 per cent respectively.

Laycon joins Katung, Efe, Miracle and Mercy in the coveted list of BBNaija winners. Like the previous winners, he’ll no doubt leverage the opportunity the BBNaija platform has offered him to push his career.

Unfolding The Future: The Galaxy Z Fold 2 Available For Pre-Order In Ghana

This September is a massive month in smartphone innovation. Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold2, which brings together the very best of foldable innovation technology, a category pioneered by Samsung, to change the shape of the future.

It is Samsung’s third-generation foldable device, pairing a stunning and bold design with refined engineering to push the boundaries of mobile experiences. Incredibly, it’s a phone when closed and a tablet when open.

Pre-orders for the Galaxy Z Fold2 begins on 25 September until 8 October 2020. This unparalleled device will be available in Mystic Black and Mystic Bronze. The recommended resale price for the Galaxy Z Fold2 is GHS 12,499.

“With this device, we are reshaping and redefining the possibilities of the mobile device experience. With Galaxy Z Fold2, luxury meets the power of flexibility and expert craftsmanship, so you can enjoy entirely new mobile experiences.

This innovative technology enables trailblazing innovators and entrepreneurs to be more efficient and perform at the peak of their industry. It’s a statement like no other, said Eugene Nahm, Managing Director at Samsung, Ghana.

See Images : DJ Neptune Gets Himself The Perfect Birthday Gift – A Crib

To celebrate his birthday today, Imohiosen Patrick professionally Known as DJ Neptune got himself a new huge birthday gift, a house.

He shared a photo of his completed crib via his Instagram page with the caption:

You get what you work for and not what you wish. Bought myself a crib House building as a birthday gift Package, Lord I’m grateful for this and many more Folded hands

Emirates To Resume Flights To Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Harare And Mauritius, Boosting Global Network To 92 Destinations

Emirates has announced it will resume flights to Johannesburg (1 October), Cape Town (1 October), Durban (4 October) in South Africa; Harare in Zimbabwe (1 October); and Mauritius (3 October). The addition of the five points will expand the Emirates’ global network to 92 destinations, as the airline gradually resumes its operations while prioritising the safety of its customers, crew and the communities it serves around the world. Emirates’ African network will also now extend to 19 cities.

Customers flying in and out of Emirates’ three South African gateways can safely connect to Dubai and to an array of onwards connections to Europe, the Far East, Middle East, West Asia and Australasia. Flight schedules for Emirates’ South African destinations will be available on emirates.com later this week.

Emirates will operate to Harare with two weekly flights linked to its Lusaka service. The linked services will connect Zambia and Zimbabwe to key destinations across Europe, the Far East, the Americas, Australasia and West Asia with one convenient stop in Dubai.

Flights from Dubai to Mauritius will initially operate once a week on Saturdays, supporting the Mauritian government’s repatriation efforts to bring its citizens home, and enabling the recovery of the country’s tourism industry by safely connecting leisure travellers from Europe, the Far East and the Middle East to the popular Indian Ocean island destination. 

Senior Executives Set To Discuss Achieving Retirement Goals

Senior executives, Mrs. Freda Duplan, Chairperson, Zenith Bank Ghana Ltd Board of Directors, Mr Afriyie Oware, CEO, Axis Pensions Trust and Mr Nashiru Iddrisu, MD, Hollard Life Assurance are set to discuss how it’s never too early or late to plan your retirement goals this Friday, September 25, 2020, at 4 pm via Zoom.

The September edition of “H.Insured: All About Insurance” webinar series is organized by Hollard Ghana with subsidiaries, Hollard Insurance and Hollard Life Assurance.

The virtual event dubbed “A better future: securing retirement happiness”, is meant to help participants prepare adequately towards retirement.

On the company’s motivation for the webinar series,  the Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Cynthia Ofori-Dwumfuo, said: “Since we began, our monthly webinar series, ‘H.Insured: All About Insurance’ has garnered public interest, with its handpicked senior executives on the panel, discussing varied topics from wealth creation to understanding the value of insurance. We’ve had great engagement each time, with great questions and comments from our attendees.”

Ayesem Premieres New Single Titled 'Love Reigns'

Award-winning act, Ayesem, a proud founding member of the Westside Legacy has unleashed his latest effort titled "Love Reigns".

Known for his lyrical prowess, Ayesem, in Love Reigns is exploring his singing voice as he confesses the loyalty of his love interest.

The record produced by WillisBeats is heavily influenced and laced with Reggae and Dancehall sounds as Ayesem continues to flex his versatility.

Currently signed to Shocks Entertainment, Ayesem with this record has proved he will be around for a long time.

 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/ayesemmusic/ayesem-love-reings-prod-by-willisbeatz

Listen to the record below!

Roselyn Ngissah Signs Up As FotoStore Brand Ambassador

Award winning actress, Roselyn Ngissah has netted a one-year ambassadorial deal with FotoStore, one of the biggest photography studios in Ghana.

Last week the ‘4Play' star indirectly announced the deal by sharing a video from a shoot for FotoStore and said; “Thank you Jesus… it is sealed…”

But that rather triggered a wild media speculations that she has tied the nuptial knot. She has therefore denied reports that she’s married.

She revealed that she was inspired to associate with FotoStore brand by a photo she saw on social media which led to her have a photo section at their Palace Mall branch.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of FotoStore, Mr. Ozones Ekeah Kalu in a statement said his outfit has engaged the actress to become their brand ambassador after considering her acting prowess and works in the community to be ideal with their operations.

Unveiling Samsung Galaxy S20 FE: Fan Favorite Features At An Accessible Price Point

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today revealed the Galaxy S20 Fan Edition (FE), the newest member of the Galaxy S20 series. Galaxy S20 FE is a premium flagship smartphone that includes innovations Galaxy fans told us they love most, made available at an accessible price point, starting at GHS 3,599.

COVID-19 disrupted the world as we knew it and technology is now playing an even more crucial role in our lives and that is why we created Galaxy S20 FE to deliver flagship experiences to reach even more consumers. Samsung took select features of the Galaxy S20 series, such as the super smooth scrolling display, an AI-powered camera, advanced chipset, hyper-fast connectivity, all day battery, expandable storage, with a streamlined premium design, in order to create the all-new Galaxy S20 FE.

“We are constantly speaking to our fans and taking feedback, and we heard what they loved the most about our Galaxy S20 series, what features they used most often and what they would want to see in a new smartphone,” said Eugene Nahm, Managing Director for Samsung, Ghana. “The S20 FE is an extension of the Galaxy S20 family and is the start of a new way to bring meaningful innovation to even more people to let them do the things they love with the best of Galaxy.”

Express Your Best Self 

These days, taking pictures or videos and sharing them is the best way to express yourself. That’s why the Galaxy S20 FE brings a pro-grade camera along with the 32MP selfie Camera including tetra-binning technology that lets you instantly capture a post-worthy picture.

Ambassador For Runway Ghana, Araba Sey Nails It At New York City Fashion Week

The New York City Fashion Week, which is one of the most prestigious fashion weeks held around the globe twice every year, happened over the weekend. It was a night of glitz and glamor with an array of spectacular designs on the runway by super models around the world.

This was a proud and indelible moment to see Ghana being put on the World map as the country also represented with a virtual show exhibiting stupendous designs, put together by DeShe Collection of which super model Araba Sey is the face.

Araba Sey is a Ghanaian International award winning Model who has worked with top brands in and outside Ghana, and has won a number of awards and nominations locally and internationally. She has been an inspiration and mentor to many young people in the field of modeling and continues to make strides.

She is currently the ambassador for Runway Ghana International fashion showcase (who collaborated with New York City Fashion Week to hold the event). It was such a sight to behold as the known super model Araba Sey fiercely rocked her outfit on the runway with other Ghanaian top models. This was a moment every Ghanaian and African would have been proud of watching black models show off their cosmic talent to the world.

With this feat out of the way, she is expected to be seen again strutting on the runway as the ambassador for one of Ghana’s biggest fashion event (Runwayghana) in December.

MORE EXCITING CONTENT! ONUA TV INTRODUCES NEW ENTERTAINMENT TALK SHOW

Onua Television, a subsidiary of leading Ghanaian media conglomerate, Media General, is set to introduce a new entertainment talk show dubbed Anigye Mmrɛ. The show will be driven by analysis of topical issues and discussion on approaches to develop the creative arts sector.

Anigye Mmrɛ is set to premiere on Thursday 24th September 2020 from 8:30 to 10pm on the free-to-air channel and will be hosted by the multiple award winning broadcaster, Christian Agyei Frimpong.  

The show has a segment to review all the news making the headlines within the week and another segment to profile celebrities, industry kingpins and other key stakeholders and budding talents within the Ghanaian creative arts sector.

The discussion segment will have industry heavyweights deliberate on possible solutions to some of the problems that have engulfed the Ghanaian entertainment sector. The hilarious prank segment which put highly placed people in society on the spot.    

Entertainment now has a home on Onua TV!

Vodafone CEO Charges KNUST Graduating Class Of 2020 To Be Digitally Literate

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Vodafone Ghana, Mrs. Patricia Obo-Nai, has charged Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Graduating Class of 2020 to build their capacity in digital skills as they enter the world of work.

According to her, this will make them remain relevant to their employers during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic as human dependence on technologies is increasing significantly.

“Digital Literacy is not computer literacy. Computer literacy is knowing how to use the computer while digital literacy is being able to use digital tools and apps to carry out task and run businesses.

This is no longer a choice as employers are already using these tools or will soon adopt the use of these tools to enhance business delivery. We at Vodafone have been exploring many other collaborative tools to improve ways of working for the entire organisation; not just referring to the engineers but also the finance, HR and legal”.

Delivering a speech at the KNUST 54th congregation virtual ceremony, Mrs. Patricia Obo-Nai noted that it was very important for the graduating student to be digitally literate as many employers are rapidly adopting digital tools to work from home due to COVID-19 safety protocols.

“You are graduating in an unprecedented time where most organizations have employed new normal ways of working that has compounded with the rapid adoption of advanced technology. To be able to thrive during these challenging times, one needs to be digitally literate”, Mrs. Obo-Nai said.

Jobberman Appoints New CEO,Kwaku Agbesi To Transform Recruitment In Ghana

Jobberman Ghana has appointed Kwaku Agbesi as the new Chief Executive Officer. His appointment takes effect from September 1, 2020.

Kwaku brings to the team combined experiences from Google, General Electric and Apple in sales and marketing, as well as holistic management skills, which makes him the absolute front runner for this position and a huge addition to the team.

With Kwaku’s appointment, Jobberman Ghana sees a unique opportunity to accelerate and consolidate the company’s gains in the employment ecosystem in Ghana. As a market leader, Kwaku and the team will help build on the brand’s equity, which has been stellar, so far.

He is expected to steer the company’s vision of enhanced digital transformation, enabling culture and operational excellence.

BBNaija Lockdown: Trikytee and Ozo Miss The Chance To Be In The Final Five

Last night was fraught with tension as everyone was curious as to who would join Nengi, Neo and Vee to make the final five. At the end of the night, Trikytee and Ozo were evicted, missing the opportunity to be among the top five.

This week started with Nengi being crowned HoH for the second time in the Lockdown season. To kick off the nominations, the remaining housemates were divided into two teams: black and white and in a unique twist each team had to nominate two people from the opposing team. At the end of the deliberation Laycon, Dorathy, Trikytee and Ozo were put up for eviction.

Trikytee’s lucky streak came to an end as he was the first housemate to be evicted tonight. It’s interesting to note that Trikytee has been up for eviction practically every week since the third week but has always been saved. Until now!

Speaking to Ebuka following his eviction, Trikytee said he enjoyed his stay in the house and didn’t understand how he managed to escape evictions in the previous weeks. He said he felt the housemates liked him because he was free-spirited and easy going. He also didn’t think he was particularly attracted to only the people in power as perceived because he got along with everyone in the house. Trikytee says now that he is out, the name of the game is “Hustle 101” as he plans to push himself and his brand to the forefront.

WatsUp TV 24 Hours Digital Channel Starts Broadcasting

Award-winning pan African entertainment outfit, WatsUp TV has commenced test transmission for its 24 hours channel which will be dedicated to music entertainment.

WatsUp TV which just celebrated 6 years has been running its test transmission on the DVB-T2 frequency in Ghana.

As a TV Channel, WatsUp TV will be focussed on broadcasting entertainment and music contents to its viewers in Ghana and beyond through its digital platforms.

Some of its shows to be aired include Top 10 Africa, Music Playlist, Exclusive Interview, Hot Jamz, Top 10 Francophone, WatsUp TV Official Show, Its Our Time, Fans Tweet Request and Daily News.

To access the channel in Ghana, viewers are to rescan their digital television set or Digital decoders.

CONNECT FM COMMUNITY STREET RAP BATTLE GRAND FINALE SLATED FOR SEPTEMBER 19

After eight competitive weeks of extraordinary performances, which saw the men being separated from the boys, the final showdown is here!  

The grand finale of season three of Connect FM’s Community Street Rap Battle is scheduled to take place this weekend, Saturday 19th September 2020 at Kojo Krom Lorry Park at 7PM. The show will also stream live online, Facebook: Connect 97.1.

According to the Management of Connect FM, the grand finale of the Connect FM Community Street Rap Battle promises to be fun filled with unique rap bars, hard punchlines, inventiveness and lyrical dexterity.

Your guess is as good as mine, who wins the night when the eleven gifted rappers clash? Who gets the bragging rights and wins ultimate prize: one year management deal, five mastered songs and GHC50,000 worth of promotion across all Media General platforms.

The first runner up will have three mastered songs and GHC10,000 worth of promotion as the prize package whilst the second runner up will receive two mastered songs and GHC10,000 worth of promotion across all Media General platforms.

MultiChoice Celebrates African Stories And More From Africa’s Most Loved Storyteller

Africa’s most loved storyteller Multichoice is committed to continuing the journey of storytelling for years to come. At the heart of this commitment is the desire to tell stories that resonate with Africans throughout the continent, stories that echo shared sentiments of triumph, success and growth, stories that share ideals, beliefs, embrace change and encourage diversity. It is through these stories that we can come together as one.

This promise to showcase the best of African storytelling is perfectly captured in the “10 000 Stories” promo which was launched as part of the recent Multichoice Media Showcase.

 

This creative masterpiece was the brainchild of poet and writer Lebohang Mashango. It explores themes around diversity, innovation, local content, international content, sports and a general love for stories. Brought to life by Mashango and other talented African poets, it is an ode to all who have been part of the journey, celebrating the legacy of the MultiChoice and the more than 10 000 stories which have been told over the years.

 

‘I drew inspiration from Maya Angelo and the grand idea explored in most African philosophy. The idea that one individual is amplified when standing as a collective ‘I come as one but, I stand as 10 000’, the core of the poem is around collectivism and collaboration, something storytelling does so well.

Big Brother Naija Lockdown: Laycon, Trikytee, Ozo And Dorathy To Fight For A Place In The Top Five

Biggie always has a surprise in store for the housemates and viewers and he reveals them as he deems fit. In yet another twist this season, Biggie gave the housemates a lot to think about during the surprising nomination process this Monday as the fight comes down to the top five.  

After Nengi was declared the ninth Head of House (HoH) of the season, she secured her place in the grand finale. However, she did not get to pick a Deputy Head of House (DHoH) to save from possible eviction.  

To kick off the nominations, Biggie gave Nengi the duty to remove a veil to reveal the mystery underneath, which turned out to be six bowls placed upside down on a table concealing an item.

The housemates were then asked to pick one bowl each and stand behind it. They were not permitted to choose the same bowl as another housemate. After this was done, they were given three seconds to turn over their bowls and find either white or black headbands. Neo, Dorathy and Ozo ended up with black headbands, automatically putting them in team ‘Black’, while Trikytee, Vee and Laycon all got white headbands, making them team ‘White’.

GHANA’S MOST BEAUTIFUL 2020 - WHO WINS THE CROWN ?

All is set for the big night as the debate continues on social media with people promoting and canvasing for votes for their favorite contestants. Who wins the ultimate prize and becomes the 2020 Ghana’s Most Beautiful Queen?

It promises to be a night of glitz and glamour accompanied by a fierce competition on Sunday 20th September 2020 when the six finalists mount the stage to compete in the grand finale of the 2020 Ghana’s Most Beautiful.

Which of the six finalists is likely to win the crown? Kafui of the Volta Region, Afriyie of the Central Region, Greater Accra’s Naa, Ofosua from the Eastern Region, Zuzu, the pride of Northern Region, Talata of the Upper East Region or Ahafo Region’s Abena?

MultiChoice In Collaboration With Televisa Networks Announce The Launch Of A New Pop-Up Channel Tlnovelas Now Available On DStv

DStv customers, get ready for some thrilling entertainment as Televisa Networks and Multichoice Group team up to announce the launch of a new channel tlnovelas. The channel will be available from Monday, 14 September till August 2021.

tlnovelas is an exclusive channel with a host of the most successful telenovelas within the Televisa Group of over 800 titles. The channel aims to delight customers with stories that will captivate them through compelling plots that will certainly drive unique emotional connections with viewers. From young adults, women, men and even children, there is a story for everyone to enjoy.

The channel explores various genres, from romantic comedies, epic dramas and binge-worthy stories for the young and old. Programming of tlnovelas include great stories such as “Teresa”, “My Heart is Yours” (Mi Corazón es Tuyo), “Passion and Power” (Pasión y Poder) and “Fooled into Love” (Amores con Trampa), not forgetting the flagship show “Love Spell” (Sortilegio) which will premiere on the day of launch.

“As Africa’s most-loved storyteller, we are unwavering in our commitment to ensure that we continue to find the best available content and stories to delight our customers, both now and into the future. We endeavour to deliver both world-class international content as well as the very best in local content, giving our loyal customers a never-ending selection of outstanding entertainment,” says Yolisa Phahle, MultiChoice Group CEO for General Entertainment and Connected Video.

NottyNW ’s Debut Single ‘Fine Boy’ Is Out Now

Inspired by music legends including Nana Ampadu and Fela Kuti, new entrant on the music scene, Notty is on a mission to leave a lasting legacy with his craft.

With an innate ability for writing good songs, he wants to be remembered for being committed to releasing quality productions, being versatile and changing the music industry with his work.

The New Way Escalate-signee is already making inroads with his first single ‘FINE BOY’ off his upcoming EP set to be released in 2021.

The infectious record is gaining rotation on mainstream radio, and at events.

Notty will continue his press tour this week after premiering ‘FINE BOY’ on Starr FM to promote the song and officially introduce himself to the music industry and stakeholders.

A set of songs including ‘Hennessey,’ ’Available,’ ‘Ayaya’ and ‘Money’ will be released in the coming months.

His relatable songs are written based on real life experiences.

Notty born Nathan Amankona Boateng is working hard at becoming the favourite of music fans, and leaving a footprint on the music scene.

BBNaija Lockdown: Prince and Kiddwaya Evicted From The Big Brother House

The seventh live eviction show saw Prince and Kiddwaya get evicted from the BBNaija Lockdown house.

During the week, TrikyTee won the Head of House Challenge, and chose Laycon as his Deputy. This automatically saved both of them from eviction.

After the Head of House games on Monday, each housemate got to nominate two other housemates for possible eviction.

At the end of the nomination process, Ozo, Dorathy, Kiddwaya and Prince had the highest nominations and were immediately put up for possible eviction.

In a brief interview with Ebuka, Prince mentioned that he had a feeling he was going to leave the house today, but he was hopeful. He also talked about “his girls”, saying that he loves Dorathy like a sister and he started to like Tolanibaj when he realized she liked him as well. He also asked Ebuka to be his mentor saying he wants to be an Ebuka that can act. He added that he hope he can go into acting and event hosting, as well as have a salon of his own someday.

WatsUp TV Host Surprise Birthday Party for Fameye, Quamina MP & Tulenkey

Pan African entertainment TV Show, WatsUp TV has hosted a surprise birthday party for Ghanaian musicians, Fameye, Quamina MP & Tulenkey who share the same birthday on September 9th.

The artiste who has all collaborated on same projects were surprised when their colleague artistes Kofi Mole & Eddie Khae with their fans and management teams.

The event which also saw the artistes sharing memorable moments working together on the same projects also gave them the platform to announce their future collaborations together which will be released in the coming days

The event was also attended by bloggers such as Ronnie is Everywhere, GhKwaku, David Mawuli, ZionFelix, Elorm Bennie , Twins Don’t Beg & Rob Photography.

Yvonne Okoro Lands Ambassadorial Deal With Kaiser Kitchen & Appliances

Award winning actress Yvonne Okoro has been unveiled  as the new brand ambassador for Kaiser German Kitchens & Appliances.

Details of the deal is not made public yet but latest photos in circulation captured the “Contract” actress and producer endorsing Kaiser, a High-Quality German Kitchen Appliance and Kitchen Cabinet brand that provides all solutions, whether it be individual kitchens, wholesale distribution, or bulk orders.

The company is a family owned business which started in central Berlin, Germany in 1995 producing and specialising in the highest quality and revolutionary designs of kitchens and appliances. Since then Kaiser has won several prestigious awards in Germany such as the ‘Brand award winner’ for best innovation designs for the years of 2017 - 2018.

Kaiser was incorporated in Ghana in 2014 and has since grown into a market leader in distribution of high end appliances, Kitchen cabinets, Wardrobes and Walk-In Closets. In February 2016, Kaiser was launched in Ivory Coast and has since been expanding there successfully.

It’s major activities in Ghana including signing Yvonne Okoro, the four times Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCAs) winner. She still remains one of the most celebrated actresses of her generation.

KOFI ASANTE ENNIN JOINS MEDIA GENERAL’S AKOMA FM

Award winning broadcast journalist, Daniel Kofi Asante Ennin popularly known as Aduanaba Kofi Asante has joined Kumasi based Akoma FM, a subsidiary of Media General, Ghana’s leading Media Company.

Kofi Asante has over eighteen years of experience working in the media industry and has occupied several capacities. At Akoma FM, Kofi will be hosting the station's morning show, one of its flagship programmes, “Ghanakoma” in addition to a new weekend political show, “Wonsom”, a show to dissect the most relevant and topical national issues that come up each week.

Making the announcement, Kofi expressed his excitement to be joining the media conglomerate and also his appreciation to the management of Media General for believing in him. “It’s a great feeling to be joining the Media General Group at this time and I am going to ensure I give my best to help move Akoma FM to the next level”, he added.    

Prior to joining Akoma FM, he served as Senior Broadcast Journalist with Multimedia Group Limited (Nhyira FM) as Morning Show Host and Head of Talk in Kumasi from 2008.

According to the Chief Operating Officer of the Media General Group, Winfred Kingsley Afful, Kofi Asante’s inclusion in the team is very vital. “Ghanakoma is a show positioned to protect the interest of Ghanaians as well as addressing the big issues with the aim of resolving them and getting Ghana to work as it should. The weekday show from 5:40 am to 10am will serve to center issues in Kumasi in the national discourse. Also, Wonsom scheduled for Saturday mornings is a not-to-be-missed show”, he added.

Emirates Collaborates With Huawei To Bring Enhanced Mobile App Experience And Benefits To Users

Emirates has announced a collaboration with Huawei, one of the world's top smartphone brands, to promote the Emirates app to Huawei phone users and build a more convenient and rewarding experience for passengers as travel demand recovers in the post-pandemic era.

Since January 2020, Emirates passengers have been downloading the Emirates app (Android version) at AppGallery and benefiting from its rich range of functions. The recent enhanced collaboration between the two parties extends the shared platform to include SmartCard Integration, providing a quick booking option for Emirates app users in the Chinese mainland and the UAE, as well as the ability to easily access their travel and flight information. Emirates-themed wallpapers, icons and fonts will also be created for travel enthusiasts to download and inspire their next travel plans and to customise their mobile experience.

 

Commenting on the partnership with Huawei, an Emirates spokesperson said: "It's our pleasure to build a collaboration with Huawei in order to provide the best possible customer experience, not only onboard and on the ground, but also online. Considering Huawei's strong market position in the Chinese mainland and the UAE, we are proud to collaborate with them on promoting our app. The engaging tools that are available on the Huawei AppGallery can help us create closer bonds and experiences with more customers, especially in China, which is a significant market for us. The next phase of our collaboration will roll out soon and is aimed at benefitting passengers at every step of their journey, from trip planning to arriving at their destination."

Guinness Ghana Supports Bar Owners With GHS10 Million To Ease Their Come Back Into Business As Restrictions Ease

Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC is excited to announce the launch of its new campaign “Rise Up,” and a commitment of GHS10 million support package for trade partners to support and help them get back on their feet to boost profitability.

The programme, which is a continuation of the ‘Yεn Nyin Mbom’ loyalty program last year,  is an offering to give back to trade partners and customers, to add value to their businesses as they transition from the blow of COVID-19, back into operations.

Following the announcement of the re-opening of open air bars nationwide, Guinness Ghana has invested the GHS10 million to cover the installation of veronica buckets and other PPEs at bars, fridges, microwaves, cash rewards, free drinks, DSTV installation and educational posters to drive adherence to safety protocols among others to keep themselves as well as consumers safe.  

Over the years, Guinness Ghana has sought to find innovative and creative ways among its trade partners. Recent global pandemic has even made it crucial to support businesses especially those within the hospitality space.

BBNaija Lockdown: Prince, Dorathy, Kiddwaya And Ozo Up For Possible Eviction

Last week, fans saw Biggie re-introduce the nomination process from the previous season. All 9 housemates had to nominate two of their fellow housemates up for possible eviction.

This resulted in Prince receiving the highest number of nominations with 6 votes, Dorothy followed behind with 4 votes, Kiddwaya with 3 votes, Ozo with 2 votes and Neo, Nengi and Vee with 1 vote each.

Making Prince, Dorothy Kiddwaya and Ozo the final housemates up for possible eviction on Sunday, 13th September 2020.

Prior to the nominations, in a shocking turn of events, Trikytee became the eighth Head of House (HoH) for the BBNaija Lockdown season.

WatsUp TV Celebrates Six Years Anniversary

Pan African entertainment TV show, WatsUp TV has chalked its 6th anniversary since launching in Ghana in 2014.

The TV show which debuted on ETV Ghana has gone through various stages to have received coverage within and beyond Ghana.

With the recent RTP Awards nomination as a Best Entertainment TV Show, and previous awards from Jack Daniels, Avance Media, University of Ghana students, WatsUp TV stands tall among its competitors in the African entertainment industry.

The brand which is also responsible for some of the biggest concerts in Ghana, has built a great reputation in hosting events, activations with participation from high ranking celebrities across Africa.

Projects aligned with the vision of WatsUp TV over the 6 years include: WatsUp TV Music Video Awards, WatsUp Magazine, Charity Donations and Celebrity Car Race.

Belshaw To Introduce Three Essential Multisurface Disinfectants Onto The Ghanaian Market

Using multi-surface disinfectant just got more exciting as manufacturer of detergents, degreasers and disinfectants, Belshaw Manufacturing Limited has introduced three different multi-surface disinfectants onto the Ghanaian market – to help maintain a germ-free surface.

The products namely the Belshaw Multisurface sanitiser, the Chlorine-based formulation and the Iodine- based formulation have been added  to the company’s range of products to serve Ghanaians.

The surface sanitiser used for cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing products, contains antimicrobial agents that kills germs, virus and bacteria on hard, non-porous surfaces. This product is great for cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, tiles, stainless steel, door handles, machines and more.

Before the outbreak of COVID-19, we all didn’t realize how important it is to disinfect our working surfaces, kitchens, washrooms and food production areas. As the saying goes “With every problem comes an opportunity”, Belshaw introduced these types for domestic and commercial use.

The other product Belshaw has on the market is the Chlorine-based formulation sanitiser which is suitable for disinfecting surfaces and items in food processing areas. It kills microbes that are found on work surfaces, equipment, and more. This product is ideal for use in food processing areas.

BBNaija Lockdown: Lucy Is The 10th Housemate To Be Evicted

It was a night of surprises as Lucy was evicted from the BBNaija house just minutes after Erica was disqualified from the show.

The week began with Erica winning the Head of House challenge, making her a two-time head of house. This time, she picked Prince as her Deputy Head of House, which gave both of them immunity from eviction.

Big Brother officially re-introduced the old nomination and eviction process that fans knew from previous seasons. After the Head of House games that saw Erica and Prince secure immunity from nominations, each of the housemates has to put up two housemates each for eviction.

At the end of the nomination process, Lucy, Laycon, TrikyTee, Kiddwaya, Nengi and Vee had the highest nominations and were immediately put up for possible eviction.  

Lucy speaking with Ebuka said she didn’t hug anyone when she was leaving the house because she didn’t want to get emotional. She also explained that she had the most disagreements with her fellow housemates because she saw through their schemes and couldn’t understand why no one else saw what she saw.

She also spoke on her friendship with Dorathy and Prince. She felt Dorathy’s snide remarks when the fight happened between her and Erica hurt her a lot, and even though she didn’t expect Prince to jump to her defense, he should have been a better friend.

Erica Disqualified From BBNaija Lockdown For Multiple Infringement Of House Rules

BBNaija Lockdown housemate Erica has been disqualified from the show following multiple infringements of Big Brother’s rules which earned her a third strike. Big Brother announced the disqualification on Sunday, September 6, 2020 after playing several clips of Erica clearly breaking the rules for the housemates and viewers to see.

On Saturday night after the weekly party, Erica had gone on a tirade hurling insults at and goading fellow housemate Laycon who she had accused of lying against her. The tirade went on for hours in spite of interventions by other housemates.

And it didn’t end there. Erica, who was the Head of House this week, went on to kick her deputy HoH, Prince out of the Head of House lounge for refusing to take her side in her dispute with Laycon. She poured water on Prince’s side of the bed to prevent him from sleeping there.

Last but certainly not the least, she peeked into the production room - an action which is greatly frowned upon by Big Brother as any sort of interaction with the production crew by the housemates is prohibited.

Emirates Brings Back Lagos And Abuja To Its Route Network

Emirates has announced it will resume passenger services to Lagos (7 September) and Abuja (9 September) in Nigeria. The resumption of flights to both Nigerian cities takes Emirates’ African network to 13 destinations, as the airline works hard to help its customers travel safely and confidently, implementing industry-leading health and safety measures at all points of the travel journey.

Flights to Lagos will operate four times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Flights to/from Abuja will operate as a daily service. Tickets are open for booking on emirates.com or via travel agents.

Passengers travelling from both cities in Nigeria to the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific can enjoy safe and convenient connections via Dubai, and customers can stop over or travel to Dubai as the city has re-opened for international business and leisure visitors.

Ensuring the safety of travellers, visitors, and the community, COVID-19 PCR tests are mandatory for all inbound and transit passengers arriving to Dubai (and the UAE), including UAE citizens, residents and tourists, irrespective of the country they are coming from.

Destination Dubai: From sun-soaked beaches and heritage activities to world class hospitality and leisure facilities, Dubai is one of the most popular global destinations. In 2019, the city welcomed 16.7 million visitors and hosted over hundreds of global meetings and exhibitions, as well as sports and entertainment events. 

Dubai was one of the world's first cities to obtain Safe Travels stamp from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) – which endorses Dubai's comprehensive and effective measures to ensure guest health and safety.

SELAID GHANA, AGYEMANG PREMPEH FOUNDATION DONATE ITEMS TO KORLE – BU

SELAID GHANA in partnership with Agyemang Prempeh Foundation and Apostolic Empowerment Ministries has donated medical items and equipment to the Child Health Department of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.

The donated items include medical consumables like pulse oximeters, surgical face masks, hand towels and also infection prevention consumables like liquid soaps, sanitizers, parazones. Others include toilet rolls, wheel barrows, medicine trolley, boxes of water, cartons of milk, pipe hose and children’s Bible.

The items were distributed to various wards in the Child Health Department of the Korle –Bu Teaching Hospital.

In addition to the items donated the Founder of SELAID GHANA, Pastor Selasie Addae on behalf of Agyemang Prempeh and Apostolic Empowerment Ministries made a cash donation to pay bills of needy children in the wards.

Pastor Selasie Addae, Founder of Apostolic Empowerment Ministries and SELAID GHANA together with a representative from Agyemang Prempeh Foundation made the presentation to the Chief Nursing Officer, Madam Joyce oppong-Ayisi of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Child Health Department.

Presenting the items, Pastor Addae said the items are to support the Children’s Block.

LIVE FM Makes Switch To New Digital Offering LiveXtra

EIB Network’s youth and music-heavy station Live91.9FM will from today September 4, 2020, make a full switch to a new digital offering LiveXtra.

The new streaming platform available on android, web and soon on IOS, will seek to serve Ghana’s vibrant music culture via live radio, music, and podcasts among other offerings.

The new app will serve unique features such as mixes and specially curated playlists from DJs across the world, podcasts that cut across various interests while maintaining its signature vibrant urban radio culture with guest DJs and resident presenters.

Speaking on the new digital offering, EIB Network CEO, Nathan Kwabena Anokye Adisi said “LiveXtra is something we’ve been working on for months now. The present and future is digital, and as Ghana’s foremost media network it’s only right that we again set the pace and standard with this new entity.

We’re looking forward to working with artistes, and creators from all over the world. It’s also a new chapter in our business as we’ll be taking our clients on a digital journey that would put their products and services at the forefront of their youthful market. We’re excited to have you join us on this new journey.”

OWNER OF BUSTLING DRINKING SPOT ‘CONTAINER’ NARRATES HER EXPERIENCE WITH GUINNESS GHANA ‘YEN NYIN BOM’ LOYALTY PROGRAMME

Container Spot is a popular joint at Osu, in Accra. Every ‘night owl’ knows the lively spot that attracts both the young and old, especially at night.

At a time when the hospitality and tourism sector is looking to get back on its feet after easing of restrictions that came about because of the COVID pandemic, Guinness Ghana has come to the rescue – through its refreshed loyalty programme, ‘Yen Nyin Mbom’.

In the spirit of renewing its commitment to help businesses thrive, Guinness Ghana has rewarded some of its loyal stakeholders, among them, the famous Container Spot which stands as a key beneficiary.

For over 20 years, Mrs Philomina Tandoh, the brain behind Container Spot has brought happy moments to many family and friends through her business operation, and Guinness Ghana recognised her hard work.

In an effort to escape boredom as a house wife, Mrs. Tandoh decided to start her business from humble beginnings to this thriving venture where it is counted amongst the most recommended and ‘lit’ bars in Accra.

Hollard Insurance Wins Multiple Awards At The 2020 Ghana Insurance Awards (GIA)

Hollard Insurance, a subsidiary of insurance group, Hollard Ghana has won multiple awards at the recent 2020 edition of the prestigious Ghana Insurance Awards.

The event, which took place at the plush Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel sought to honour deserving insurance companies and individuals for their enormous contributions and innovations in the insurance industry.

The company received the ‘Commercial Line Insurer of the Year’ award for its ability to service the multiplicity of its client’s needs, including the delivery of innovative enterprise-wide and group business solutions.

For its admirably consistent year-on-year business growth, Hollard Insurance picked up ‘Best Growing Company of the year in the Non-Life Insurance Category’.

Hollard Ghana’s groundbreaking product ‘Hollard ChatInsure’ and its Chatbot, Araba Hollard, the first virtual insurer in the country offering end-to-end insurance services won the ‘Marketing Campaign of the Year’ awards.

Stream Ghanaian Series “Every Woman Has A Story” On Showmax

Video streaming service Showmax from MultiChoice Group launches in Ghana following a successful rollout in other African countries. Since its rollout in 2015 Showmax has been offering customers top notch entertainment, movies, series, documentaries, music, and news; but is tapping into the soccer content from SuperSport as it becomes available in Ghana.

Now launched in Ghana, Showmax has supplemented its library with a bank of Ghanaian movies and series. Speaking about the new streaming service, Cecil Sunkwa Mills, Managing Director, MultiChoice Ghana, said, “the best thing about the amazing content on Showmax is that you can watch whenever and wherever you like, on pretty much any device that’s connected to the internet, with no ads and no interruptions.”

He adds, “mobile usage is mainstream in Africa, so having a one-size-fits-all big screen streaming service may not be the best solution. Anyone with a smartphone in Ghana will be able to get the best Ghanaian/African content, the best of Hollywood, and live sporting action on the Showmax service.”

Showmax host a plethora of popular Ghanaian series and movies from the likes of multiple AMVCA winning director Shirley Frimpong-Manso, Leila Djansi, Juliet Ibrahim and Kwah Ansah.

BBNaija Lockdown: Lucy, Laycon, Trikytee, Kiddwaya, Nengi And Vee Up For Possible Eviction

Biggie loves to keep both the fans and the housemates on their toes by throwing unexpected twists into the game. He officially re-introduced the old nomination and eviction process that fans were familiar with from the previous season.

All 11 housemates had to nominate two of their fellow housemates up for possible eviction, which resulted in Lucy receiving the highest number of nominations with 6 votes, Laycon and TrikyTee drawing with 4 votes each and Kiddwaya, Nengi and Vee with 2 votes each, Dorothy and Ozo with 1 vote and Neo with none.

Making Lucy, Laycon, Trikytee, Kiddwaya, Nengi and Vee the final housemates up for possible eviction on Sunday, 6th September.

Earlier on, the Head of House (HoH) game took place. After the triple evictions last Sunday night during the live show, the heat was on as the battle for HoH blazed hotter than ever. This fight saw Erica victorious.

Your Appearance Is Your Visual Brand Identity – Jayana To Gospel Acts

Award-winning gospel act, Jemima Annor-Yeboah, known on stage as Jayana has advised colleague gospel musicians to present themselves in a very unique way.

Jayana who is the second daughter of the Late Bishop Dr Annor Yeboah, founder of Christian Praise International Centre [CPIC], noted that personal appearance is part of artiste’s visual brand identity.

Known for her captivating voice, Jayana’s dressing has always been a spot on and earned praises for her appearance on all platforms.

When asked by host of Top Showbiz, Kwame Buckman why she dresses to suit the occasion, the ‘Who You Are’ singer said it is part of her branding.

“When you’re building your brand, including the development of your story, personality, core message, brand promise and so on, you need to be sure to include a strategy for visual components as well.

According to Jayana, visuals are most effective way to capture audience’s attention and build brand recognition.