ENTERTAINMENT

Government approves Ghanaian passport for IShowSpeed

Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, declared that the ministry has authorized the issuance of a Ghanaian passport to global internet figure Darren Watkins Jr also known as IShowSpeed, after verifying what he referred to as the streamer’s “irrefutable ties” to Ghana. In a post on his social media …

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Defamation Case: Agradaa, Empress Gifty agree out-of-court settlement of GHc100K fine

The legal conflicts involving Empress Gifty Oppong Adorye and contested Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, widely known as Agradaa, have been resolved outside of Court, with both parties coming to terms regarding two defamation cases filed against her, which the High Court has recognized as a consent judgment. According to the terms …

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MobileMoney LTD to continue building a secure and transformative financial ecosystem in 2026 – Shaibu Haruna

The Chief Executive Officer of MobileMoney LTD, Shaibu Haruna, has assured customers and the general public that Ghana’s leading fintech company will continue to prioritise security and digital transformation in 2026. Reflecting on the past year, Mr. Haruna described 2025 as a turning point for Ghana’s fintech industry, noting that …

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Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician Yaw Sarpong is dead

Renowned Ghanaian gospel artist and founder of the Asomafo gospel group, Yaw Sarpong, has passed away. He died on 20th January 2026 in Kumasi at the age of 66. Nana Poku Ashis, his manager, confirmed the news of his death to Ghanatodayonline.com. Additional information regarding his passing has not yet …

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Shatta Wale sues Blakk Rasta for defamation

Famous Ghanaian dancehall artist, Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, filed a lawsuit against social commentator Abubakar Ahmed, known as Blakk Rasta, for purported defamation. The lawsuit, submitted on January 15, 2026, stems from a video released by Blakk Rasta on December 15, 2025, named “Shatta Wale, …

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Nana Ama McBrown & Husband Maxwell split, announce breakup after 12 years together

Renowned Ghanaian actress and TV presenter Nana Ama McBrown has verified her divorce from her spouse, Maxwell Mensah, stating that the choice was made mutually and without hostility. The celebrated performer revealed that the split was a mutual decision made when both sides realized they could no longer sustain the …

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Daddy Lumba’s family pays emotional tribute

The children and widow of legendary musician Daddy Lumba, Priscilla Fosu, popularly known as Odo Broni, paid heartfelt tributes during his final funeral rites at Baba Yara Sports Stadium, Heroes Park in Kumasi. Tearfully, his children recalled their father’s warmth, guidance, and unwavering love. They said his legacy will continue …

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MTN Global Graduate Programme develops over 500 leaders since inception

MTN Ghana has successfully graduated 80 young professionals from its 2025 Graduate Development Program, an initiative designed by the telecommunications company to promote the inclusion of women in the business. The graduation ceremony, held on November 20, 2025 at the Marriott Hotel in Accra, brought together participants from across MTN’s …

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Daddy Lumba’s funeral set to take place tomorrow as planned

The Accra High Court lifted an injunction on highlife legend Daddy Lumba’s burial plans, allowing the service to go tomorrow, ending what was predicted to be a significant blow for his larger family. In a decision rendered earlier today, the court emphasized that the case’s merits must be appropriately taken …

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MTN Group’s Ebenezer Asante challenges African graduates to become digital innovators and change-makers for the continent’s growth

Mr. Ebenezer Asante, Senior Vice President of MTN Group, called for stronger alliances between academia, government and industry to foster a generation of African innovators prepared to shape the continent’s technological future. He made this address at the 2025 graduation ceremony of Accra Technical University (ATU), themed “Emerging Technologies: How …

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