Author: EboCute
Award-winning dancehall artiste Samini has voiced his support for President John Mahama and Ghana’s judiciary, praising recent efforts to hold public officials accountable. Speaking on the debut episode of PrimeTime with George Quaye on Joy Prime as monitored by yocharley.com, Samini said the current wave of transparency has made him “a happy Ghanaian.” He commended the judiciary for taking bold steps to ensure justice is served, stating: “I like the fact that people are being brought to book and justice is being served — or it seems like justice is going to be served.” Emphasizing that his stance isn’t rooted…
Watch How Otumfuo’s Youngest Son Stole the Show at the 2025 DPS International Prom Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s youngest son Nana Kwame Kyeretwie turned heads at the 2025 DPS International Prom in Tema with a grand entrance that quickly went viral. Dressed in a sleek tuxedo with kente details, he arrived in a black Rolls-Royce Phantom, drawing cheers and admiration from guests. The royal’s appearance, praised for blending elegance with cultural pride, was the highlight of the night. Videos of the moment have flooded social media, with many calling it a perfect mix of tradition and modern flair. Despite the…
The Grammy Awards are set for a notable update in 2026 with the Recording Academy introducing two new categories: Best Traditional Country Album and Best Album Cover. These additions are aimed at expanding recognition within the music industry and honoring a broader spectrum of creativity. In a statement on Grammy.com, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. explained that the changes stem from the Academy’s annual review of rules and categories, intended to ensure inclusivity and relevance. “We want to celebrate more creators and better reflect the evolving music landscape,” he noted. The Best Album Cover category acknowledges the growing cultural…
Ghanaian rapper Amerado has addressed growing complaints from event organizers abroad who claim local artistes charge excessively high fees for international performances. These organizers argue that the costs leave them with little to no profit, urging musicians to be more considerate. Speaking in an interview with blogger ZionFelix monitored by yocharley.com, Amerado pushed back, asking promoters to also consider the treatment artistes receive in return. He revealed that many performers are often mistreated, and in some cases, not even paid after fulfilling their end of the deal. “There are organisers who don’t even pay us after reaching an agreement,” Amerado…
Ghanaian socialite and ex-convict, Hajia4Reall, has addressed swirling rumours on social media suggesting she may have played a role in recent fraud-related arrests in the country. The speculation emerged shortly after the arrest of popular businessman Dada Joe Remix, who was taken into custody on fraud-related charges following Hajia4Reall’s return to Ghana. Just days later, on Friday, June 13, 2025, wealthy entrepreneur and known Shatta Wale associate, Kofi Boat, was also arrested alongside two alleged accomplices. A third suspect is reportedly on the run. The rapid sequence of high-profile arrests triggered a wave of online speculation, with many accusing Hajia4Reall…
Award-winning Ghanaian actress, producer, and humanitarian Juliet Ibrahim has been appointed as the inaugural President of Women in Film & Television Ghana (WIFT Ghana)—a groundbreaking milestone for the country’s creative industry. This historic appointment not only highlights Juliet’s outstanding contributions to film and television but also marks a significant step toward empowering women in Ghana’s and Africa’s screen industries. In her official statement, Juliet described the honor as “a monumental step forward”, adding: “This is not just a personal achievement, but a pivotal moment for women across Ghana and Africa who are reshaping narratives and breaking boundaries in film, TV,…
Ghanaian rapper Kwesi Amewuga has expressed heartfelt appreciation to popular content creator and CEO of Kwadwo Sheldon Studios, Kwadwo Sheldon, for his significant role in propelling his music career. In a recent appearance on the Uncut Show with award-winning blogger Zionfelix monitored by yocharley.com, Amewuga—born Bodjah Anthony Kwesi Amewuga—shared how Sheldon’s unwavering support marked a turning point in his journey. The 2024 Telecel Ghana Music Awards Unsung Artiste of the Year recounted leaving his hometown, Sefwi Wiawso, in 2020 to chase his dreams in Accra. With no connections in the music industry, he took on work as a studio cleaner…
Dancehall heavyweight Shatta Wale has hit back hard at recent fraud allegations linking him to his friend and collaborator, socialite Hajia4Reall, following her arrest in the U.K. and extradition to the U.S. on romance scam charges. In a fiery Facebook Live video, the “My Level” hitmaker addressed online calls for the FBI to investigate him, dismissing the accusations as baseless and insulting. “Do I look like a fraudster? Why would I do fraud? I sleep in the studio, working hard!” he challenged skeptics Shatta Wale was particularly incensed by suggestions that his association with Hajia4Reall implicated him in the alleged…
Renowned filmmaker Tyler Perry is facing a $260 million lawsuit from actor Derek Dixon, who alleges a pattern of sexual harassment, assault, and career retaliation during his time working on Perry’s TV shows Ruthless and The Oval. According to court filings, Dixon claims the misconduct began in late 2019, after meeting Perry at a studio event in Atlanta. He alleges Perry made an unwanted sexual advance at his home in January 2020 and later used promises of career advancement to pressure him into further interactions. The lawsuit outlines a series of incidents, including explicit messages, inappropriate touching, and an alleged…
Three Ghanaian nationals, including popular businessman Isaac Kofi Oduro Boateng, widely known as Kofi Boat, and Derrick Van, are facing extradition to the United States over their alleged roles in a massive $100 million online romance scam. The suspects were arrested in Ghana last Friday after a coordinated investigation involving Ghana’s Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) and the FBI. According to U.S. prosecutors, the trio lured victims—mainly from the U.S. and Europe—into fake romantic relationships online using fabricated identities. Many of the fake profiles featured personas such as military officers or wealthy professionals. Authorities claim the suspects emotionally manipulated…