Gospel musician-Ohemaa Mercy may now have several hit songs to her name and her bank account well cushioned–but she has had difficult and broke days, she has revealed.
The musician has told Accra Fm that, there was a time she and her husband were so broke–such that she was detained in a hospital for her inability to foot a 70 GHS bill.
She said: “My husband and I couldn’t afford to pay GHS70 after I was operated on during child birth. Because of cash-and-carry I was detained in a hospital for a week.”
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"Let’s Not Allow Ourselves To Be Used By Politicians, Let’s Be Wise"- Sandra Ankobiah
Ghana’s globetrotting lawyer,actress and media personality,Sandra Ankobiah is urging Ghanaians to put the country forward in the upcoming December general polls.
Speaking to Naa Klordey Odonko on Ultimate FM’s Brunch and Lunch,she encouraged the youth to take active part in democratisation.
"Vote For Hillary Clinton To Combat The Hate"- Alicia Keys
Singer Alicia Keys is throwing her support behind U.S. presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton by starring in a new campaign video.
The No One star is urging her fans to pick “love” and vote for the former Secretary of State. She explains the current election has been filled with negative messages and it is American citizens’ responsibility to move forward towards a more unified nation.
JESSICA Goes On A Talent Hunt With BETA MALT
When Jessica and her crew took the Beta Malt OTG experience to the Legon campus of the University of Ghana the last time, it was nothing less than fun and excitement as she treated students to a party on a moving bus on their way to lectures.
It seems Jessica’s love for students is unwavering as this week’s presentation is a whole different twist as Jessica and her team return to the University of Ghana on a talent hunt with the intent to bring the fun of Beta Malt.
The episode promises talent display (singing, dancing and a whole lot) by students in a moving bus! BetaMalt On-The-Go captures moments as students take turns to showcase their abilities in a break from the usual academic work.
Asamoah Gyan Congratulates Dentaa On Receipt Of MBE
Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has extended his congratulations to actress and entrepreuner Dentaa following her receipt of an MBE (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE).
Dentaa was announced as an honouree back in June when the list came out as part of the Queen’s birthday celebration – chosen for her efforts bolstering UK-African relations in the diaspora, via her work with GUBA, which she founded in 2009.
New MUSIC: Fuse ODG Returns With 'Jinja' (AUDIO + VIDEO)
Fuse ODG drops a sensational new release off of his upcoming ‘New Africa Nation’ album.
The new single he calls ‘Jinja’, to wit ‘infuse something with tremendous excitement’.
Sarkodie Hits Record 1m Followers On Twitter
Sarkodie has once again achieved a milestone on social media that his compatriots are far from reaching – the rapper has now garnered 1m followers on micro blogging site twitter.
Sarkodie reached the unprecedented mark earlier Friday and updated his followers about the achievement.
Here Are 20 Things About Sister Deborah You Might Not Know
Sister Deborah is most known as the ‘Uncle Obama’ girl and the sister of of Wanlov Da Kubolor – but there’s more to her than meets the eye.
Deborah Owusu-Bonsu was born on August 25, 1984 – and has grown into one of the most recognisable faces in Ghanaian showbiz.
Mariah Carey Still Wearing Her $10 Million Engagement Ring After Breakup With Billionaire Boyfriend
The award-winning 46-year-old singer, Mariah Carey was spotted still wearing her 35-carat engagement ring given to her by her ex-boyfriend James Packer on Thursday evening when she stepped out for dinner at Nobu in Malibu with some friends. The 46-year-old singer’s $10 million bling was hard to miss, perhaps hinting that she’s not ready to … Read more
Christians Who Vote For NPP Would Not Receive Forgiveness From God – NDC Communications Director (VIDEO)
The Communications director of the National Democratic Congress, Solomon Nkansah, has joined the current NDC chorus of pretending that this election has been divinely given to them by God Almighty.
President Mahama made a pronouncement in the Eastern Region Thursday, to the effect that God had already chosen him, John Dramani Mahama, as the winner of the upcoming election.
NEW MUSIC: Akwaboah Features Sarkodie On 'Hello'
Sarkcess music has finally dropped the much anticipated Akwaboah single ‘Hello’, featuring rapper Sarkodie.
The rapper has been promoting the single massively for weeks, as the label prepares to roll out Akwaboah’s first EP under their tutelage. Sarkodie has even promised not to release any solo tracks until Akwaboah’s album is out.
Bibi Bright Hits Out At 'Cowards' In The Industry Who Had Problems With Nana Akua But Could Not Speak Out Until She Did So
Bibi Bright has laid into numerous unnamed industry players who she claims also had huge problems with Nana Akua Addo but cowardly kept quiet until she boldly took on the gossiping girl.
Bibi made news last week when out the blue one night, she went on a foul mouthed Instagram tirade against Nana Akua, dragging her through the gutter with accusations after accusations of her horrible behaviour to other female stars.
VIDEO: When The Hormones Take Over – Man Films A$$ Of His Daughter's Teacher Instead Of Filming His Daughter Performing
A Russian dad is in the news for all the right (wrong) reasons after his camera strayed just a little off track whilst attempting to film a performance at his daughter’s school.
The man was in the school to view a performing arts session from his daughter and other classmates when he decided to film the performance.
All Your Favourite Ghanaian Celebrities in Braids–Now Check Out Who's Cut for the STYLE
It cost a hell lot to keep the weave on all the time and it’s not also healthy for your scalp and hair growth to always be under a weave. Though our Ghanaian Celebrities love their long weaves, they occasionally go in for the low cost and low maintenance braids that ordinary Ghanaians wear. And to be … Read more
Shatta Wale Chooses Sarkodie Over M.anifest, He Says He Sleeps With The Pro Bono Man!
Charles Nii Armah Mensah-Jnr known in showbizness circles as Shatta Wale has told the world and all interested that he is a fan of Sarkodie and not the godmc hit maker M.anifest.
Speaking on Starr with Bola Ray,he said:
London Is Voted The Best City In The World For Quality Of Life, Beating Paris And New York
According to a new poll by consultancy firm PWC, London has been named the best city in the world to live in defeating Paris of France and New York of USA in the process.
Read Mail Online full report:
LUCIFER Jeans In Town – Stay Away From These If You Do Not Want To Go To Hell (AUDIO)
Ghanaians would believe anything you place before them. A combination of being raised with superstitious mindsets and plain old gullibility means that with a claim to the supernatural, anybody can exploit us so easily.
It also means that we behave in quite weird ways because our supernatural inclinations just scramble our brains. So we’re easily ready to believe that a woman can vanish from Saudi Arabia and materialise in Ghana, or that wearing a certain brand of jeans can lead you to hell.
PHOTO: Meet Gangsta Kwame A-Plus–Dude's School Shorts Was A Home Cut Jeans
Musician Kwame A-Plus has shared a back in the day school photo–and it seems dude was one of those who gave headmasters unending headaches. Posing with his classmates who are well dressed in their uniforms, A-Plus is seen rocking a pair of home cut jeans as his school shorts. He wrote on the Facebook: “From … Read more
MAHAMA RAPPER: President Performs 'Wogbe J3k3' With Amandzeba During Eastern Regional Rally
President John Dramani Mahama is pulling out all the stops to show off his ‘cool’ side ahead of the elections and he was on fire Thursday night during a rally at Akropong in the Eastern Region.
The jam packed NDC rally was to see a performance from legendary singer Amandzeba Nat Brew when the President, who was already up on stage, took the microphone and commenced singing.
Sometimes I Sit And Cry In My Room Due To Treatment I Receive Online – Mzbel
Hiplife star Mzbel says she sometimes regrets becoming a celebrity as people throw all sorts of abuses her way online and it sometimes makes her cry, alone in her room.
The ’16 Years’ hitmaker, born Belinda Nana Ekua Amoah, is one of the most controversial artists in the country – both for her style of music and recently, her politics – and to say she receives frequent abuse would be an understatement.
Okyeame Kwame Says Spirits Known As 'Muse' Inspires Artists To Write Music
Okyeame Kwame the ‘rap dacta’ has revealed that he absolutely agrees with comments passed by evangelist Lord Kenya that artists have to rely on the Holy Spirit to write hit songs.
Okyeame was speaking on Joy Fm when he made the comments, accepting that most singers are inspired by spirits to write lyrics.
10 Amazing, Ridiculous & Funny As Hell Facebook Status Updates By Ghanaians We've Across This Month
Ghanaians can be funny–especially when something is bothering them or when they are pressed.
A lot of Ghanaians do not just use Facebook to stay in touch with friends, they also use it to vent their frustration and throw punches at situations they cannot really do anything about.
For others, Facebook is a comedy lounge, where all the funny crap happen.
Certain status updates on facebook can get you peeing in your pants or get you laughing till you fall into a stinking gutter–and Ghanaians know how to package such gifts.
Starting this month, we will monitor, collect and present the 10 funniest and ridiculous Facebook status updates by Ghanaians–so you can get to also laugh your head off.
If you are ready to roll, then flip to the next pages for what you missed…
Musician To Quit Doing Music If Lord Paper Decides To Drop Another Music Video
And I see this musician already quitting because the Lord Paper we have come to know will definitely drop another of his explicit music videos.
Lord Paper rose to fame when he dropped a single with a video where he was literally enjoying under the sheets with one lady called Nana Yaa Jamaica—we are all conversant with the graphic details.
'Waakye' Endorses Nana Akuffo-Addo
Veteran actor Waakye has reportedly endorsed the NPP flagbearer, Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo for the upcoming polls.
The actor, born Prince Yawson, has chosen the opposition over the current incumbents and joins a litany of stars jumping onto the political arena.
Shatta Wale Reveals How Much He Charges Per Show! Woah!
‘Dancehall king’ Shatta Wale has revealed the near astronomical price he charges per show and it’s enough to make your head spin 360 degrees.
Shatta spoke with EIB CEO Bola Ray on Starr Chat Wednesday and made numerous revelations about his life and career, including his charge per show.
Photos of World Fattest Woman
36-year-old Egyptian woman, Iman Ahmad Abdulai has not left her home in Alexandria for 25 years old as she is unable to move or even roll over because of her enormous size. Iman who was born weighing a staggering five kilograms now weighs about 500 kilograms. She relies on her mother and sister Chaymaa Abdulati to … Read more
Shatta Wale Says He Stopped Smoking Weed About Four Years Ago – Find Out WHY He Stopped
‘Dancehall king’ Shatta Wale has revealed that he stopped smoking the ‘international herb’ about four years ago, after making a personal decision that he did not need it anymore.
Shatta Wale was on Starr Chat Wednesday night with Bola Ray when the host broached the topic, asking Shatta whether he smoked weed.