Author: SAMUEL
President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have donated GH₵50,000 to the family of the late Highlife musician Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba. The donation was presented during the final funeral rites held on Saturday, December 13, at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. The final funeral rites of the legendary musician follow weeks of legal disputes over his burial. Thousands of fans began arriving early at the Heroes Park of the stadium, where the body is lying in state. The atmosphere is a mix of mourning and celebration, with devotees singing and dancing…
Ghanaian MC and creative personality David Adjei Frimpong, widely known as MC Portfolio, has expressed concerns over the execution of state support during the final funeral rites of highlife legend Daddy Lumba. Speaking on Starr Showbiz with Feeling Daddy on Starr 103.5 FM, he questioned the apparent absence of state coordination in the ceremony. “This was supposed to be a state-assisted burial, and from the look of things, I think there is an element missing. I think the hand of the state is missing in terms of their coordination,” MC Portfolio stated. He highlighted the symbolic significance of the late…
Parliament has unanimously passed the landmark Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) Amendment Bill, 2025, cementing legal backing for several key educational policies, most notably the provision of Free Tertiary Education for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) and Free Education for Persons with Special Needs. The passage of the bill today, Thursday, December 11, 2025, marks a significant legislative victory for social inclusion and access to education in Ghana, transforming long-standing policy commitments into legally protected entitlements. The bill also backs the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy. GETFund Act Amended for Inclusive Education The primary objective of the GETFund Amendment Bill,…
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has announced the officially launch celebration marking 100 years of Highlife music on 19 December 2025 at the La Palm Royal Beach Resort in Accra. Highlife originated in Ghana in the 1920s, blending Akan rhythms with Western instruments such as guitars and horns. The genre has played a central role in Ghana’s cultural and social life, influencing generations of musicians and shaping national identity. Over the years, it has inspired contemporary styles including Hiplife and Afrobeat. In recent years, GTA has supported Highlife music through partnerships and cultural programmes. In July 2025, GTA partnered with…
.Intervene in repeal, but petitions hang around Kissi Agyeben President John Mahama, appears to be manoeuvring cleverly with the Office of the Special Prosecutor by maintaining Act 2017 (Act 959) in force; however, he has Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, being scrutinized by the Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, over his continued tenure in office. Mr Agyebeng’s name was among ten petitions the President recently received, among the petitions, ten are calling for his removal, the rest are for the removal of the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, and her two deputies, Samuel Tetteh and Bossman Asare. Interestingly, the…
Gospel icon Diana Hamilton has extended her compassion once again, visiting the Mamobi General Hospital to pay the outstanding medical bills of new mothers who couldn’t go home due to financial challenges. The gesture was part of celebrations marking her children’s birthday on December 9. Hamilton personally walked through the wards to ensure that every mother who had recently delivered could be discharged without worry. She shared that her act of kindness was inspired not only by empathy but also by a deep personal bond with the facility — she was born at the Mamobi Polyclinic, making this moment a…
Shatta Wale has sparked new conversations online after revealing the real reason he still lives in Ghana instead of relocating abroad. According to the Dancehall star, a private conversation with media personality Kelvin Taylor reshaped his entire perspective. In a social media post, Shatta Wale shared that Kelvin Taylor once told him:“Junior, you need to learn the trade properly and teach the younger generation.” He explained that those words stayed with him, inspiring him to remain in Ghana to build his legacy, strengthen the music industry, and guide upcoming artistes. Shatta Wale added that the advice helped him understand the…
Nigerian singer Ruger has stirred up social media after claiming that women who undergo Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) often have “bad character.” In a post on X, Ruger wrote in pidgin that anytime he sees a woman with BBL, he immediately assumes she has attitude issues — joking that the surgery “comes with small attitude and ogba.” His comment has since triggered heated debates online, with many calling it harsh while others say he’s simply expressing his preference. Source:Lovinghananews.com
Afro-pop powerhouse Wiyaala has stirred debate after questioning whether Patapaa’s viral hit “One Corner” is an appropriate song to perform in front of former President John Dramani Mahama. Speaking on Hitz FM (Dec 11, 2025), Wiyaala acknowledged that One Corner undeniably shot Patapaa to fame, but she raised concerns about the song’s depth and suitability for high-profile settings. Wiyaala made the comment while explaining what influences her decision to collaborate with other artistes. For her, the song must be sensible, regardless of the theme — love, sex, or fun. “Before I feature on your song, I need to like it.…
Rapper Kwaw Kese has raised eyebrows on social media after posting, “Errrmmm what happened in my town SWEDRU ”, shortly after news broke about the arrest of notorious romance scam suspect Abu Trica. The timing of his post has fans linking the comment to the high-profile security operation, which involved the Cyber Security Authority and other agencies cracking down on cybercrime activities connected to Swedru. Kwaw Kese’s reaction has added even more buzz to an already trending national conversation. Source:Lovinghananews.com