On Friday the 22nd of January 2016, a concert was held at the Silver Star Tower in Accra by Live 91.9 FM to officially launch the station after 9 months in existence. The concert was graced by stage performances from a host of Ghana’s mainstream artistes including Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, M.anifest, Efya, E.L, Bisa Kdei and Pappy Kojo. The concert was generally described by observers as successful. However, few days after the event, a video footage of an unfortunate incident which occurred at the event has emerged.
The content of the video footage
The footage in question, which has been widely circulated on social media platforms in the last 24 hours shows an imitator mounting the stage to imitate how Stonebwoy walks whilst Stonebwoy was on stage performing. Stonebwoy reacted angrily to the imitator’s act by ordering the instrumentalists on stage to halt playing the instruments. Stonebwoy followed up by uttering the following ; “3y3 gyimie no 3y3’’. To wit, “Enough of the fooling”. Stonebwoy then threw the microphone into the crowd and left the stage.
The imitator’s conduct was clearly absurd and absolutely uncalled for. The act was morally improper. Whatever may have been his motive for doing that, the motive was completely wrong. This is an artiste who has been able to defy odds over the years and managed to go through the mill despite his physical challenge to become one of the biggest things to ever happen to Ghana’s music industry. The accolades he has amassed both domestically and internationally over the last 12 months alone substantiates this assertion. He is viewed as a model of inspiration to people with physical challenges or challenges in other forms to challenge conditions and aim higher. What informed this guy who has claimed to be a Stonebwoy fan to commit such an act just a little distance away from Stonebwoy? In my view, Stonebwoy’s reaction was appropriate and very understandable because as humans we can all be easily prone to such reactions especially when it dwells on such sensitivities.
Aftermath of video circulation
Following the circulation of the said video, apologies have been released into the public domain. Live FM, the media outlet which organized the aforementioned event has come out with a release to apologize to Stonebwoy and his team. In the statement, they condemned the fan’s act which they described as despicable. Earlier today, the fan also released an apology letter to Stonebwoy on behalf of all Bhimnatives. Stonebwoy is yet to officially respond to the apology letter but I believe Stonebwoy will accept it.
Going Foward
Going forward, event organizers have the ultimate responsibility to ensure that there are adequate security measures put in place to warrant a successful organization of events devoid of unfortunate incidents. Watching the said video, I spotted security personnel on the stage. As security personnel were employed for the event, I expected the organizers to barricade the crowd from the stage. The security personnel would have then been able to deal with anyone who scaled the barricade to mount or get closer to the stage. It’s important to barricade the crowd from the stage at every event, irrespective of the size of the crowd or audience. It is also necessary for artistes to employ personal security personnel who will provide security for them at such gatherings. I know some artistes have security personnel. The others who don’t have some yet should take a cue from them. Searching observers/crowd before concerts begin shouldn’t also be overruled. It was a mimicking in Stonebwoy’s case. Who knows, it can be a physical assault or a more life threatening incident another time. Surely, this incident should be a wake-up call to take a critical look into security issues at events.
Seth Mireku Jnr
The sentencing for Mona Faiz Montrage (Hajia4real) for romance scams has concluded in the US.
According to Inner City Press on X ( Twitter) The Judge said : “I sentence Ms Montrage to one year and one day in prison, the extra day to allow “good time.”
Defense said: “We propose she be allowed to fly back to Ghana as soon as she is released, with no ICE detention
AUSA said: “We consent Adjourned”
Judge: I sentence Ms Montrage to one year and one day in prison, the extra day to allow "good time."
Defense: We propose she be allowed to fly back to Ghana as soon as she is released, with no ICE detention
AUSA: We consent
Adjourned
Story – and vlog? – coming— Inner City Press (@innercitypress) June 28, 2024
Montrage pleaded guilty in Manhattan Federal Court Feb. 21 to conspiracy to receive stolen money, federal authorities said “In total, Montrage controlled bank accounts that received over $2 million in fraudulent funds from the enterprise, the feds said.
Montrage and other scammers convinced their lovelorn marks to help move gold to the US from overseas; to help resolve purported FBI investigations; and send cash to help US Army officers in Afghanistan, according to court papers. Her ill-gotten gains were deposited in Montrage’s Bronx bank accounts before she wired much of the money to her native Ghana, authorities said.
She allegedly charmed one pigeon into sending her $89,000 through 82 wire transfers by claiming her father’s farm in Ghana needed help, the court documents said.
She tricked that person into believing the pair were married by sending them a tribal marriage certificate after a series of phone conversations using her real identity, authorities alleged.
“Romance scams such as Montrage’s harmed her vulnerable, elderly victims not only in the cruel betrayal of trust in the realization that their online romantic connection was fiction, but by also callously stealing their money,” said Manhattan US attorney Damian Williams.
After a series of delays and appeals, Mona Montrage, widely known as Hajia4Reall, is set to receive her sentence today, June 28, 2024. (more…)
Ghanaian actor and musician, Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win’s latest movie titled ‘A Country Called Ghana’ has gained a nomination and is scheduled to be screened at the 2024 Nollywood Film Festival in Germany.
The movie which was directed by Frank Fiifi Ghabin and Executively directed by Kwadwo Nkansah Lil win, is a Ghana-Nigeria collaboration, that sees some of the finest actors and actresses from the two countries to entertain and educate movie lovers about the need to preserve their heritage.
The movie project features Ramsey Nouah, Charles Awurum, and Victor Osuagwu, popularly known as ‘Awilo Sharp Sharp,’ Paa George, and Sweet Mimi, among others.
‘A Country Called Ghana’ aims to get a slot on Netflix and gain recognition globally, being nominated and screened at the Nollywood Film Festival is a significant achievement.
Nollywood Festival/NEGA Awards Germany is an annual event dedicated to showcasing the best of Nollywood to the German audience to Foster international trading and exchange opportunities in this largely untapped market.
The Year’s edition is scheduled to take place at GOETHE University, Purple Cinema, Mertonstr 26-28, in Frankfurt AM Main, Germany on August 3rd, 2024.
About Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win
Kwadwo Nkansah, professionally known as Lil Win, is a Ghanaian artist, musician, actor, and comedian. He is the founder and director of Great Minds International School in Kumasi and CEO of Weezy empire, in the Ashanti Region of Ghana.
Story By : Zolla Nie(Livenewsgh)
Nigerian musician Davido is set to marry his long-time partner, Chioma, on June 25th, 2024.
Two sentences and two grammatical blunders.
No be say una really sabi book, na privilege una dey chop. Gazo lorrr https://t.co/7st1xVmAer
— Akin Akinwale (@mrlurvy) June 23, 2024
The wedding has attracted significant attention, with discussions ranging from the lavishness of the engagement ring to financial advice suggesting the money could have been better invested in a business for Chioma.
Davido, you should have used that money to establish Chioma— Finance guru kn+cks Davido for buying Chioma a ring worth two or three Rolls-Royces.
📹: @official_gehgeh
pic.twitter.com/1go7LwOCiR— Instablog9ja (@instablog9ja) June 23, 2024
There are also comments on the exclusivity of the event, with some expressing disappointment at not being invited.
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OGB Recent Officially Becomes the First Influencer in Nigeria to Get Invited To Davido’s Wedding set to sell Off his IV for a whopping N10Million pic.twitter.com/PrMOSSYZ0E
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) June 23, 2024
The wedding has been a topic of both celebration and critique, reflecting the public’s interest in celebrity relationships and financial decisions.
Davido and chioma is the only reason why I believe true love still exists, both have come a long way❤️
2018 2024 pic.twitter.com/iRNPhOPTMO
— Ó.G.B of Africa🥇 (@OGBdeyforyou) June 23, 2024
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Ghanaian Artistes Need to Blend Our Local Language with English to Go Global Like Angelique Kidjo and Others – Edwardaganesh
Media personality Edwardaganesh, in his interview with Prudent on Guide Radio, stated that our lack of global recognition is due to most of our artistes singing in Twi, Ewe, and other local languages.
He also mentioned that to win Grammys, one must meet international standards. The Grammys are not just about numbers or money but meeting specific requirements. One must be eligible. He added that this is why Davido and Burna Boy receive nominations every year.
Edwardaganesh was born on Sunday, March 29th, 1998, in Konongo, in the Ashanti Region. He is a blogger, TV presenter, and publicist, currently working with Sista Afia and Efya Nokturnal. He is also the personal assistant to Felicia Osei of Onua TV.
Edwardaganesh started his career as an actor but decided to venture into other avenues to gain more profit in the industry and come into the limelight.
He is also a registered general nurse who graduated from the 37 Military Hospital Nursing and Midwifery Training College in 2022. He currently works as a social media handler and publicist.
Edward believes in making hay while the sun shines.
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