Asante Gold: UK agrees to LOAN Looted Crown Jewels To Ghana
In a breakthrough chapter of cultural reconciliation, the United Kingdom is set to return some of Ghana’s revered “crown jewels” more than a century after being looted from the Asante king’s court. The BBC reveals that 32 precious artefacts, including a gold peace pipe, returned home under long-term loan agreements. The Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A) contributes 17 pieces to this...
Malia Obama debuts short film ‘The Heart’ at Sundance Film Festival
Malia Obama is following in the footsteps of her parents, but not in the way you might imagine. The former first daughter debuted her short film “The Heart” at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Thursday, appearing on the festival red carpet to herald the project. In a “meet the artist” clip from the Sundance Institute on YouTube, Obama,...
Stonebwoy to headline All Africa Festival In Abu Dhabi On Feb 2
International Afropop, Dancehall, & Reggae artist Stonebwoy has been confirmed for the All Africa Festival (AAF) on February 2, 2024, at Etihad Park, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The gig, returning for its 3rd edition, is acclaimed as the UAE’s largest celebration of Africa’s rich and diverse cultures in all their vibrant expressions and representations. This fun-packed event will bring together...
Opposition raises concerns as government receives $600m as second tranche of $ 3bn IMF deal
In a bid to provide financial relief to the struggling economy of Ghana, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released $600 million being the second tranche of the $3bn bailout program to the government. While this injection of funds is expected to alleviate some of the economic burdens faced by Ghanaians, concerns have been raised by opposition figures about the...
Yul Edochie launches True Salvation Ministry, church
Controversial Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has unveiled his own ministry. His church is known as True Salvation Ministry, TSM, and was unveiled on YouTube on Tuesday. Yul, who hours ago teased a huge announcement on his official X, announced the unveiling of his ministry on all his social media handles. Sharing the poster of the church, the actor-turned-preacher said it is time...
Burna Boy, Tems are Nigerian artists with most Billboard Hot 100 entries
Grammy-winning singer, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, has tied with Tems as the Nigerian artist with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries. The ‘African Giant’ crooner achieved the feat after his song with 21 Savage and Metro Boomin, ‘Just Like Me,’ debuted at 67 on this week’s Hot 100 chart, extending his entries to five. Following the feat, Burna Boy now...
African women wearing wigs have low self-esteem – Actress
Nollywood actress,Taiwo Ajai-Lycett has taken a swipe at African women who wear wigs to augment their beauty, saying it is a sign of low self-esteem. The veteran actress, broadcaster, and National Honours Award holder remarked in a close-up chat with Potpourri at a function in Lagos. She opined that God has blessed African women with the best kind of hair of...
Burna Boy to perform at Grammys
Nigerian star Burna Boy will perform live at the Grammys award ceremony that's taking place on Sunday, February 4. His name - along with Travis Scott and Luke Combs, was added to a list that already includes Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and Dua Lipa. It's being reported that Burna Boy, who has been nominated for four awards, will be the first...
Alfred Ashie Kotey is Odododiodioo NDC Parliamentary candidate
Alfred Nii Ashie Kotey has been elected the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for the Odododiodioo Constituency. In a two-horse race, he beat Emmanuel Nii Okai Laryea, a two-term MP for the Amasaman Constituency from 2013 to 2016 and 2017 to 2020. Mr. Ashie Kotey polled 1,20- votes whilst his contender, the former MP polled 952 votes out of the...
Haijia Bintu embarks on luxurious Yacht Cruise with Eyes in Dubai
Social media sensation and Ghanaian influencer, Haijia Bintu, has taken the internet by storm once again as she shared glimpses of her opulent yacht cruise in Dubai, hosted by premium Ghanaian-Dubai-based production and travelling agency, Eyes In Dubai. The influencer’s extravagant escapade through the scenic waters of Dubai has set tongues wagging, sparking curiosity and excitement among fans and followers. In...
