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They're Big and Sexy!!! Check out Miss eXcel Plus 2013 contestants
XL Productions and GTV, organisers of the Miss eXcel Plus Pageant (MXP 4) has launched this year’s edition of the reality show.The show which is in its 4th season was launched at the plush house donated by K.A. Estates in Accra to project and uphold the beauty and dignity of the full-figured African woman.Miss eXcel seeks to inculcate the habit of a sustainable healthy living habit in plus size ladies. This is done through a structural weight management program placing emphasis on good nutrition, exercise and rest. The sixteen (16) well-curved ladies contesting for this year’s crown were unveiled at the launch. They are Enam Sika Tetevi, 19 (Enam), Gifty Hammond, 28 (DD), Ibrahim Humu Hira, 24 (Kuuri), Janicepeal M. Botchway, 23 (Love), Nadia Teiko Amanor 20, (Nadia), Linda Adu Boahene, 26 (Lin), Abigail Apraku, 26 (Abi) and Mayfair Atswei Ashong 24 (Atswei), The rest are Efya Konadu, 20 (Efya), Belinda Ahenfo (Bell), Dorinda Egyiriba Armstrong-Mensah, 28 (Egyiriba), Princess Stella Dzifa Avorwlanu 24, (Zion), Dolling Nana Dewi Bernice, 22 (Dolling), Godwina Naa Amerley Amaah, 20 (Naa), Agbenyame Rhoda Ohui Akpene, 21 (Rhoda), Precious Abena Mensah, 20 (PM). Peace FM’s ‘Kokroko’ Morning Show, Kwame Sefa Kayi, popularly known as ‘Chairman’ was confirmed as a judge for the 13-week show which will be aired on Ghana’s Station of the Nation, GTV. Other judges are News Anchor on GTV, Gifty Anti, Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Terry Ofosu Bright and Mawuli Zogbenu. According to the organisers, this year’s winner/queen will send a positive signal to those that believe that the plus is timid and cannot compete with her size in this contemporary world. Miss eXcel 2013 is sponsored by LAV Famine Wash, YAAKSON Herbal Center, K.A Estates, Sure Testimony Estates, Blessed Furniture Supply, YAZZ, Juben House of Beauty, Golden Egg Hotel, VITS Instant Noodles, KoKo King, EDEN, MAD DOG Energy Drink, Everything Braid, ENGEN Petroleum, Black pool Multi Media/Diallo Photos. The rest are GROSSA Designs, TF Collections and ASBON Designs. PROFILES OF THE 16 CONTESTANTS: Enam Sika Tetevi 19 (Enam) Graduate Of Ola SHS And Joyselyn Dumas is her role model Aspiration: To be a journalist Hobbies: Drumming and singing. Designer: Netseba Garment South Odorkor (0246913642)
Gifty Hammond 28 (DD) Graduate Of GIJ Aspiration: To be a Journalist Hobbies: Acting and singing Designer: Justy Fashions Dzorwulu, 0204826679. Ibrahim Humu Hira 24 (Kuuri) Student Of UDS Hobbies: Acting Aspiration: Business Woman. Designer: Adabraka Ware House, 0248078283 Janicepeal M. Botchway 23 (Love) Graduate Of Ho Poly Aspiration: Fashion Designer Hobbies: Singing Designer: Uhuru Fashion Sukura, 0243303005 Nadia Teiko Amanor 20 (Nadia) Student Of GIMPA Aspiration: Information System Manager Hobbies: Dancing And Singing Role Model: Mother Designer: Jufedi Fashion Behind Cocoa Clinic, Kaneshi ( 0233256736) Linda Adu Boahene 26 (Lin) Student Of Koforidua Poly Aspiration: She Want To Be A Police Woman Hobby: Dancing And Marching Designer: TF Collections, Bubuashie (0244436976) Abigail Apraku 26 (Abi) Completed Catholic University Aspiration: Public Health Administrator Hobbies: Dancing Designer: Jogra Garment, Santa Maria (024479785) Mayfair Atswei Ashong 24 (Atswei) Student Of Methodist University Aspiration: Business Entrepreneur Role Model: Mother Designer: Grossa Ventures Darkuman 0244250420 Efya Konadu 20 (Efya) Kumasi Academy Role Model: Gifty Anti Aspiration: She want to be journalist Hobby: Reading Designer: Asbon Designs Patasi Kumasi 0268353006 Belinda Ahenfo (Bell) Completed Enum SHS Aspiration: She Want To Be A Lawyer Hobbies: Listening To Music Role Model: Tyra Banks Designer: Charthiess School Of Fashions Kotobabi Down (0276339941) Dorinda Egyiriba Armstrong-Mensah 28 (Egyiriba) Student Of Knutsford Aspiration: She want to be a TV host Hobbies: Singing and swimming Role Model: Gifty Anti Designer: Pafric Designs Christian Village, Achimot ( 0246756718) Princess Stella Dzifa Avorwlanu 24 (Zion) Education: Student Of Gebera Daizy College Of Journalism Aspiration: Movie Director And Producer Hobbies: Dancing And Swimming Role Model: Roselyn Ngisah Designer: Miss Jay Coutour, Kotobabi(0243441856) Dolling Nana Dewi Bernice 22 (Dolling) Education: Student Of Ipmc Aspiration: Database Designer Rolemodel: Paulina Oduro Hobbies: Hanging Out With Friends And Family Designer: Showers Fashion Home, 0243137378 Godwina Naa Amerley Amaah 20 (Naa) Completed Nungua Senior High Role Model: Nana Oye Lithur Aspiraton: To Be A Journalist Hobbies: Dancing And Hanging Out With Friends Designer: Narku’s Fashion Adenta Snit Flat (0244832993) Agbenyame Rhoda Ohui Akpene 21 (Rhoda) Student Of Narh-Bita School Of Nursing Role Model: Eunice Ejeoma Oblogo Hobby: Swimming And Cooking Aspiration: Psychologist Designer: Lyran Collection Bubuashie (0243318010) Precious Abena Mensah 20 (PM) Completed Adonten SHS Aspiration: To be a nurse Hobbies: Dancing Designer: Vidol Sleek Wear Haatso Taxi 0277563010 ]]>People & Lifestyle
In Photos: How Osu celebrated ‘Dade Tutswaa’
On Saturday, August 5, the town of Osu was alive with the vibrant sights and sounds of a special event. This festival, known as the Dade Tutswaa, took place over two exciting days. It’s a meaningful celebration that happens just before the famous Homowo festival in Osu. The Dade Tutswaa Festival is a way for the people of Osu to come together, show their pride, and honor their ancestors. It’s a special time that brings the community closer and sets the stage for the even bigger Homowo celebration.
Background
The Dade Y3l3yeli Shifoo and Asafo Tutswaa, affectionately known as Dade Tutswaa, stands as a vibrant annual festival that resonates deeply within the heart of Osu, one of the seven traditional Ga-Dangme paramountcies in Ghana. This captivating festival is a tribute to both the military prowess of the Osu people and their ancestral deity, Dade, revered for its historical role in ancient warfare.
At its core, the Dade Tutswaa Festival serves as a unifying force, bringing together all four divisions of Osu: Kinkanwe, Ashinte, Alata, and Anorhor Guided by the Kinkanwe Asafo, the festival’s grand procession travels through each division, then final ending at Kinkanwe. This captivating journey meanders through the heart of Osu, paying homage to traditional homes and sites of significant historical importance.
As the procession weaves through the community, the revered flags of Kinkanwe: Antoa and Akonfode lead the way, accompanied by the Asafoiats3m3i (the Asafo captains), traditional leaders and community members. The procession goes into the Osu Castle, which has various traditional elements within that predate the building of the castle. It also visits ancient homes throughout the traditional area of the township. In every division that the procession arrives, the leading men and women offer drinks to the procession, the diety, and the Asafo.
Central to the festival are the captivating displays of musketry and traditional dances, symbolic of the revered Asafo culture of Osu. These dances, uniquely Osu’s, are a testament to the community’s cultural distinctiveness. The traditional colors of the celebration are red and white. On Saturday, the dominant color is red with a touch of white, and on Sunday, the dominant color is white with a touch of red.
Prior to the grand Saturday procession, the Asafo Company sends forth drinks as messengers of celebration to the leading traditional homes. This not only announces the festival’s arrival but also invites these homes to prepare for the Asafo warriors and the revered deity’s visitation. The lead figures of the festival, led by the Nii Shippi Nkpa (the battlefield commander), Dzaase Asafoats3 Nii Tempong Sarpei III (senior captain), alongside Asafoats3 Brenya under the Antoa flag, and Asafoats3 Dzahene under the Akomfode flag, ensure the festival’s seamless celebration.
Setting the stage
With the successful celebration, the commemoration and a testament to its unifying prowess. The festival has not only honored the valiant warriors of yesteryears but has also reinforced the bond that ties the community together. Through its captivating displays, vibrant colors, and deep-rooted traditions, Dade Tutswaa stands as a timeless testament to the resilience and cultural richness of Osu and sets the stage for this year’s Homowo scheduled to take place a few weeks from now.
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The 48th People’s Choice Awards took place in California on Tuesday night, with stars of music, television and fashion turning out for the occasion.
Among those in attendance at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica were Ryan Reynolds, who was honoured with the People’s Icon Award; Lizzo, who received the People’s Champion honour; and Shania Twain, who was named this year’s Music Icon.
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Ijekimora activates new single “Fire” with intimate concert in Accra at Tunnel Lounge – SEE PHOTOS
Ijekimora – The Nigerian Afrobeats Singer has activated her new single “Fire” in Ghana with an intimate concert held on Friday, November 25, 2022.
“Fire”, her latest single which features South African Heavyweight, Busiswa, had a first time performance before audience at the plush restaurant located at Airport Residential Area, same premises as Silver Fox Ghana.
The night saw Ijekimora serenading audience to not just her latest single “Fire” but as well as her previously released songs “Sexy Papa”, Temptation” and “Stand By Me” (which featured Seyi Vibez). The night was also used to highlight her upcoming EP titled “Kimorality”.
The gig was steered by her Management as part of plans to fully activate her here in Ghana and the West African Region. Ijekimora is a Nigerian by birth but stayed in Dallas, USA, for a long time before relocating to Nigeria to pursue her music career. The Singer who has a soft spot for Ghana says she sees Ghana as her second home. Ever since she decided to go mainstream, she always does a Media Tour in Ghana prior to her releases.
Stream “Fire” here on Digital Stores: https://azuri.lnk.to/Fire
Listen on Audiomack: https://audiomack.com/ijekimora/song/fire
Watch “Fire” Official Video featuring Busiswa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdIKUm9dlks
Below are some exclusive images from her activation concert at Tunnel Lounge:
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