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Lil Jon reveals he's helping build a second school in Ghana

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lil jon sept portrait billboard 1548Rapper Lil Jon has been using his star power and wealth to help children in underdeveloped countries gain access to a proper education. A school he helped fund in partnership with the charity, Pencils of Promise, broke ground last month in Ghana, Lil Jon told CNN exclusively. “I’m all about helping children,” he said. “Children are our future and every child deserves to have an environment where they can learn and flourish and gain knowledge.” Mafi Atitekpo DA Primary School will enroll 313 children. It is the second of two schools in the village of Mafi Atitekpo in Ghana, according to the charity. The first school, called Abomayaw D.A. Kindergarten, opened last October. https://youtu.be/zrbw1Fwj_3I Lil Jon donated $70,000 to help get the two schools off the ground. Pencils of Promise was founded by Adam Braun, the brother of music manager Scooter Braun, who famously launched the careers of Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande. The organization’s mission is to provide educational tools for kids around the world. Lil Jon first visited Ghana in October last year, and what he saw on that trip inspired him to pitch in and help. “When I saw the conditions where these children were trying to learn, one community they had a big mango tree and two classes were sitting under the mango tree and that’s not a condition conducive with learning,” he told CNN. “Kids are going to get distracted, plus it’s extremely hot. It compelled me to want to do more.” Jon, who has a son in college at New York University, says that being a father influenced his decision to help. “Children shouldn’t have to suffer for any reason,” he said. “One of these kids could grow up to be a scientist, a lawyer, an astronaut, the president of their country. I could create an environment where all these things could happen.” Lil Jon came to fame as a rapper and a DJ best known for hits like “Get Low,” “Snap Yo Fingers” and “Turn Down For What.” He won a Grammy in 2005 for best rap collaboration for the hit song “Yeah!” by Usher and featuring Ludacris.]]>

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Prez Akufo-Addo appoints Julie Essiam as new GRA Commissioner

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His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic of Ghana has appointed Julie Essiam as the new Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), replacing Rev. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah. (more…)

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Artistes should not pay for features – Wiyaala 

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Sensational Ghanaian Afro-pop singer and songwriter, Noella Wiyaala Nwadei, professionally known as Wiyaala is advocating against artistes paying for features. (more…)

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I hardly win awards because I’ve always turned down requests for sex – Yemi Alade

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Singer Yemi Alade has revealed the challenges she faced in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, attributing her limited award wins to her refusal to comply with requests for sexual favors from industry executives. (more…)

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King Promise announces debut Asian Tour

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Ghanaian singer King Promise has announced his debut Asian tour. (more…)

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I feel great seeing my memes circulate on social media – Osita Iheme

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Renowned Nollywood actor, Osita Iheme has expressed joy in seeing people use clips and pictures from his old movies to express themselves during conversations on social media as well as in pop culture moments. (more…)

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MyHealthCop Launches Innovative Digital Platform to combat lifestyle diseases, unhealthy diets, and physical inactivity in Ghana

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Myhealthcop, an Innovative Mission-Led HealthTech company with a mission to promote healthy living practices and financial inclusion, announces the official launch of its comprehensive digital platform designed to revolutionize health and wellness experiences in Ghana, Africa, and beyond. (more…)

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