The Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Abla Dzifa Gomashie has led a delegation to pay a courtesy visit to Ghana’s legendary highlife musician, Agya Koo Nimo, in Kumasi. The visit, which took place yesterday Wednesday June 25, forms part of President Mahama’s directive to honour living legends, celebrated Nimo’s immense contributions to Ghana’s cultural…
Ghanaian music icon and cultural ambassador Sparqlyn, known in private life as Ahmmed Kanneh Larweh, has officially clinched the prestigious African Best Ghanaian Musician of the Year 2025 title at the African Performance Leadership Awards (APLA), held on Friday, June 20, 2025. Organized by the African Performance Leadership Academy in conjunction with EYE TV Africa,…
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed veteran Ghanaian actress and filmmaker Kalsoume Sinare Baffoe as Ghana’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain. The announcement, made public on June 21, is part of a list of 15 diplomatic appointments signed by the Secretary to the President, Callistus Mahama. Kalsoume Sinare Baffoe, a celebrated figure in Ghana’s…
Former Empire star Jussie Smollett surprised fans on June 20 by announcing his engagement to long-time partner Jabari Redd—just in time for his 43rd birthday. He shared a heartfelt Instagram carousel showing himself on one knee, Redd’s joyous “YES,” a shot of the engagement ring, and champagne hugs. Celebrations poured in, both publicly and online:…
American singer Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to allegations of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm following an alleged bottle attack at Tape nightclub in London back in 2023. According to Sky News, the 36-year-old was arrested last month in Manchester after flying in for his world tour. He was initially remanded in custody…
Drama is brewing in Atlanta as actor Derek Dixon, known for playing Dale on Tyler Perry’s BET series The Oval, has filed a lawsuit accusing the Hollywood mogul of sexual harassment and assault — and he’s asking for a jaw-dropping $260 million in damages. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Derek claims he met…
Kanye West is switching things up — again. Just four years after legally changing his name to Ye, the rapper and fashion mogul has now updated it to Ye Ye, according to new business documents obtained in California. According to Page Six, his chief financial officer, Hussain Lalani, filed the paperwork reflecting the change. The…
In a groundbreaking moment for Ghanaian music, Moliy, born Molly Ama Montgomery, became the first Ghanaian artist to perform at the 2025 BET Awards, captivating audiences with her global hit “Shake It to the Max” during the pre-show. This historic performance, held on June 9, 2025. Taking the stage during the Red Carpet Live! preshow…
A New York judge has dismissed Justin Baldoni’s $400m (£295m) defamation lawsuit against his former co-star Blake Lively. The pair, who both starred in the 2024 film It Ends with Us, have been locked in a legal battle for several months, with a trial set for next year. Judge Lewis Liman on Monday dismissed Baldoni’s…
The trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs continued Tuesday in Manhattan federal court, with two more witnesses including a hotel security guard who was paid $100,000 by Combs in exchange of the surveillance video showing him beating Cassie Ventura testifying in the s£x trafficking case. Federal prosecutors say that for decades, Combs abused, threatened and coerced…
