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Month: November 2017

First Date No No’s For Guys

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

Going on a first date can be nerve wracking. The idea of it makes a lot of people break out in cold sweat. However, it does not have to be this way. This list is a simple guidelines on the things guys must not do on their first date with a girl.

Don’t monopolize the conversation

Your date does not want to hear you go on and on (and on) about work, your ex, or your mother. Talk about yourself but also ask your date questions that will get her talking about herself. Joke around and have fun. Don’t get too serious too soon. You can usually get a pretty good vibe from one another through your interactions to know if a second date is in the cards.

Don’t try to over impress

First dates should be fun and fairly casual. Making reservations at a fancy and expensive restaurant for a first date gives off the impression that you’re trying too hard and puts more pressure than necessary on the date. Plus, it might make you have to live up to unrealistic expectations for subsequent dates. Try to plan something fun and casual like miniature golfing or a free concert in the park to help break the tension that sometimes comes with first dates.

Avoid risky or controversial topics

Don’t bring up topics like politics, exes, sexual preferences or things of that nature. These can come across as crass and impolite. If there are things like these you want to discuss that are important to you, let the relationship gradually build before bringing up such heavier topics.

Don’t leave her wondering how the night went

If you think the date went well and you’d like to see her again, tell her. Something simple, such as, “I had a great time. I’d love to see you again” will suffice. Notice her reaction and if she seems interested. Then text her within a day or so to tell her something funny or interesting related to a topic the two of you were talking about. Don’t wait three days to let her know if you enjoyed her company.

 

It Costs About 1 Million Dollars To Change 25 Year Old Air Conditions At National Theater

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

The National Theater has come under serious criticism once again for the heat in the facility.

Many have called for the closure of the venue for renovation but officials of National Theater say that cannot happen now. The Deputy Executive Director for National Theater, Towfik Prah explained why the maintenance cannot happen any moment from now.

He revealed that they have to inform the Chinese government of any plan to renovate the place since they offered it as a gift to Ghana for them to support financially.

He admitted that the air conditoner machines have problems because they have not changed them after they were fixed into the auditorium 25 years ago when National Theate was constructed.

The Deputy Executive Director continued that they mostly plead with event organisers who hire the place to organise big events to support them with additional air-conditions or fans to prevent heat at the auditorium, but they fail to heed to their call.

When asked why changing the air-conditions has become a headache; he explained

“it’s a laudable idea to tell us to change the air-conditions but the money to change them is about a million dollar. They are huge water-chilled machines but not the normal ones people see around. The type of air-condition we have can be found in about two big companies in the country. Most businesses and hotels have changed theirs because of the cost they come with.”

He made these statements with Zionfelix, host of Brunch2Lunch entertainment show.

The building houses the three resident companies of the National Dance Company, the National Symphony Orchestra, and the National Theatre Players.

Kurl Songx Releases Another Banger Featuring Ebony

Posted on by Peace Agyare

There’s no doubt the new generation of artistes are on the roll, dominating the music scenes with the release of hit songs after hit song and one of such artistes is Kurl Songx.

After garnering rave reviews for the controversial song, ‘Jennifer Lomotey’, and ‘Whistle’, all featuring the most decorated Ghanaian artist of all time, Sarkodie, – Kurl Songx is not relenting. He is out with a new ‘banger’! The Kaywa-produced single, ‘Feeling’, features the headline-grabbing, chart-topping and sultry Ebony Reigns.

About ‘Feeling’

‘Feeling’ becomes the third official single off the highly-anticipated album for the MTN Hitmaker Season 5 winner. It is under the production of Steaman Entertainment, Highly Spiritual Music (HSM) and Blaq Standard Management. . The album is a blend of all genres such as highlife, afro beats, soul and RnB.

‘Feeling’ is expected to be released on all music online streaming portals as well as getting massive rotation on radio.

In an intensified scheme to project the new single to higher heights, Steaman and HSM, are also releasing the music video of the song.

The critically-acclaimed video producer, XBills Ebenezer, is in charge of the video.

One location for the shoot is to be the serene and attractive La Beach.

 

Let’s Prepare For The Coming Of Jesus Christ – Hannah Marfo

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

Sensational Ghanaian gospel musician, Hannah Marfo, has some thoughts on gospel musicians.

She has stated that it is not wrong for gospel musicians to collaborate with a secular musician.

The singer made these comments on Entertainment Today. She said the musician needs to assess his/her spiritual capabilities before making such a decision.

“We propagate the word of God through music and somebody who is not a believer can change his/her ways after opening his/her mouth to pray and sing about God.

The Pharisees were not happy when the sinful woman wiped Jesus’ feet with her hair but Jesus came not for the righteous.

It is difficult on the part of humanity but not for Jesus Christ. He likes it that way that through collaborations they will turn to him.

For me I do not see anything wrong for a gospel musician to collaborate with a secular musician but you have to assess yourself very well. If have a strong faith then I do not see anything wrong with it.” 

Hannah Marfo also stated that coming out with a new song takes time and one must prepare very well.

“I am working on new songs at the studio. I also have a school which takes care of the needy in Accra. Sometimes I do honour invitations to perform at programmes too.”

When asked what makes it difficult for someone to be a gospel musician, she answered: “Whatever is in you is what will come out.

Those who are living according to the flesh will definitely find it difficult to sing about the gospel.

She added this advise for Ghanaian gospel musicians, “We do not know how we got the voice; it was there when they gave birth to us so let’s make good use of the talent and do what will win souls for the almighty God. Let’s prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ.”

Son Of KKD Comes Out Of The Closet

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

Well if this isn’t interesting news.

Darkwah Kyei-Darkwah, son of Kwasi Kyei Darkwah (KKD), has come out of the closet. The model opened up about his sexuality. He wrote in a digital magazine on being young, gifted, black and queer. According to him, he had a difficult time coming out about being gay.

He added that he used to hide his sexuality. He said he remembered instances when he used to be very quiet, obedient and often stay in his room so as he would be unnoticed when he was staying with his parents.

He has, however, gone past that stage in his life. He currently doesn’t feel the need to conform to anybody’s standard in terms of sexuality.

“The moment I realised I was gay happened in primary school. Someone called me gay as an insult and I responded with “so what?” I was totally fine with it, but others weren’t and that was when the discomfort and shame with my sexuality started.”

He wrote in the feature on the website. The feature also told the story of other young black men, including another Ghanaian, Kobe Darko.

He added:

“Living under my parents’ roof, I was constantly hiding. I’d get home from school and be incredibly quiet, helpful and obedient. I stayed in my room most of the time. I was playing the role of the ‘ideal son’ so I could just skate by unnoticed. It wasn’t until I was no longer living at home that I started to realise I wasn’t anyone or anything I’d known so far in my life.”

“I went through a lot of ups and downs, trying out new ways of dressing, trying out new friendship groups, and reinventing myself over and over again. I realise I did this because I was still trying to fit in a box – the stylish black guy, the cool and macho black guy, the femme, flamboyant and fun black guy. None worked because there is a lot more to me (and any person for that matter) than a stereotype. I am now very comfortable with my sexuality because I don’t feel I need to conform to any one image.”

A lot of Ghanaians are decidedly unhappy with the news.

Abdul Salam Mumuni Uncertain Of News Of Yvonne Nelson’s Child Birth

Posted on by Peace Agyare

Ace movie producer, Abdul Salam Mumuni is in doubt of the credibility of stories making rounds that actress Yvonne Nelson has delivered a baby girl.

Rumors of the actress’ child birth made headlines all over social media on Monday, October 30,2017.

The story, was however, received with a mixed reaction as the actress and close associates have earlier denied reports of her pregnancy.

But the man behind the discovery and fame of  Yvonne Nelson, Abdul Salam Mumuni does not believe the stories.

“Oh wow, I have never heard it, I asked Yvonne back some time ago and she denied it so it is even a shock to me,” he told JoyNews’ MzGee.

He also hinted he saw the actress two months ago and there was no sign of pregnancy.

Abdul Salam Mumuni is a film maker and CEO of Venus Film Production who helped revive the  Ghana Film Industry, which declined between 1998 and 2000.

He is responsible for movies such as ‘Mummy’s Daughter’,  ‘Return of Beyonce’, Darkness of Sorrow’ Princess Tyra’ and a whole lot. He is also the man behind the discovery of the likes of Van Vicker, Jackie Appiah, Nadia Buari, Yvonne Nelson and a host of award winning actors.

 

 

I Was Once Detained In The US Because Of My Name – Captain Planet

Posted on by Peace Agyare

Hiplife musician Captain Planet, of music trio 4×4, has disclosed that he was detained in America on his first visit.

In an interview with Doreen Andoh on Cosmopolitan Mix on Joy FM, Captain Planet, whose real name is Jeff Silvanus Dodji Dovo Negro, shared his experience when he first visited the United States of America.

According to the Suhum-born rapper, he was detained for two hours in the US because of his name.

He explained further that he had to wait for that long while the immigration authority in the United States contacted Ghana to find out if he was truly Ghanaian.

The musician said he was compelled to drop a part of his name to avoid having the same problem subsequently upon his return back to Ghana.

“When I came to Ghana I was so upset I had to take some of the names out,” he said.

Captain Planet also confirmed rumors that his wife is older him.

“My wife is older than me but it doesn’t change anything,” he said

Captain Planet, who is the leader of hiplife trio 4×4, recently released a latest hit ‘Obi Agye Obi Girl’ which features Kofi Kinaata.

Talking about his motivation for his recent track, he said, “My inspiration came from hearing stories of breakups from friends and also, some of them are from movies that I’ve been watching.”

The rapper concluded that he decided to write the song after listening to all these stories.

The track, ‘Obi Agye Obi Girl’ has become an anthem among music lovers less than a month after its release.

5Types Of Foot And What They Say About Your Personality

Posted on by Peace Agyare

Everyone has a different kind of foot shape. Foot shape encompasses the length of the toes, how the toes compare to each other, and the overall shape of the foot. You might be very surprised to learn that foot and toe shape can tell you something about personality. While everyone has toes, we don’t usually think about what different toe and foot shapes might actually mean. In fact, taking a time to compare foot and toe shape to your own or others you’ve seen may not be something you’ve done or have only done rarely. However, people might take a second look at toes after finding out they may reveal a person’s personality.

1.Egyptian Foot

A pretty common foot type, the Egyptian toe is distinguished by a long big toe, followed by the other toes tapering at a 45 degree angle. The entire foot is at an incline, and usually longer and narrower than other shapes. People who have feet like this have a royal air about them, and love extra pampering. They have an eye for aesthetics, and are generally very friendly people—being the best fit to deal with difficult personalities.

2.Roman Foot

This particular toe shape is characterized by the first three toes being of the same height, with the other two in descending order. People with this foot type tend to be very outgoing and sociable. They also tend to be very charismatic, so they make great public speakers and business people.

3. The Square Foot

When all toes are nearly identical in length, then the person is said to have a “square foot.” Also known as the “peasant foot,” this foot type is the most rectangular in appearance. People with this foot type have a tendency to be calm and calculated when making decisions. As a result of this, they are very reliable and practical.4. The Greek Foot

Also known as the “flame foot or fire foot,” the most distinctive feature for this foot type is the extended second toe (it is larger than the big toe). People with the Greek foot tend to be enthusiastic and motivating. The Greek foot is seen commonly on artists and athletes (representative of people who are creative and sporty), as well as public speakers and innovators.

5. The Stretched Foot

These feet have a rather thin appearance. This is due to the fact that the toes are squished together, lending to a lengthier and thinner looking foot. The big toe is generally the largest of all the toes and then the size tapers with each toe. People with this foot type tend to value privacy while also being secretive. On top of this, they can also be impulsive and have sudden mood changes.But shape isn’t everything, apparently;

For instance, those who have small feet love  life and like to have a very hectic job, while larger feet are characteristic of those with the greatest desire to succeed in new ventures. Crooked toes are a sign of surrender, long ones denote ambition, and a very large big toe symbolizes a high degree of rationality.

We’re sure you do fall within one of these. Don’t forget to tell us which one.

Meet Four Ghanaian Artistes Who Have ‘Hijacked’ Radio And TV Stations With Their Hit Tracks

Posted on by Peace Agyare

Ghanaians have over the years, seen and enjoyed great and melodious songs from various artistes. The Ghana music industry also continues to witness a lot of great talents who are on daily bases making the nation proud.

Over the years, some popular household names such as Obrafour, Reggie Rockstone, Obour, Samini among others seem to be giving way for a new crop of generation.

Although this is a common practice in every industry, what is interesting is the overwhelming rate at which these young artistes have virtually taken over major radio and television stations across the country with their songs. Of course, it’s not so easy for on e to achieve this, and that one too as a new artiste.

These artistes though new in the system, one can easily conclude that they have succeeded in curving a unique niche for themselves with their level of consistency with their instant hit songs. In this week, we have identified top four young Ghanaian artistes who are breaking through the music industry and winning the hearts of music lovers with their banging songs.

Although this is debatable, what is quite evident is that the young musicians have completely hijacked our radio and television stations with their songs.

There’s no two ways about the fact that, no day passes by without us hearing songs, especially those listed below being played on any our TV or radio stations.

Below are the top four artistes that have hijacked our airwaves with their tracks and videos;

1. Kuami Eugene

Born Eugene Marfo, the upping musician who rose to fame was a participant of the music reality show, MTN Hitmaker- season 5 where he showcased his musical prowess to the world with outstanding performances.

The 19 year old singer and rapper has also joined the list of the multiple awards winning female dancehall act, MzVee under the management of Lynx Entertainment. His name has become one of the greatest household name with his constant release of hit tracks such as Boom Bang Bang, Fadama Boy, Haribaba and Angela.

Below is his video for Angela track;

2. Ebony Reigns

Born Priscilla Opoku- Kwarteng, but widely known as Ebony Reigns, she rose to fame with her hit song ‘Poison’. She is also known for her hit songs , ‘Kupe’, and ‘Date Your Father’.

Below is her ‘Date Your Father’ Video;

Kidi


Dennis Nana Dwamena, known by his stage name Kidi, is a young budding Ghanaian  R&B musician who won the MTN hitmaker 4 in 2015. He is known for his hit songs such as ‘Say You Love Me’, ‘Never Again’, ‘Odo’ etc.

Below is his video for ‘Odo’,

 

4. Fancy Gadam

Real name, Mujahid Ahmed Bello, he won the New Artist of the year award at the 2017 Ghana Music Awards. He released his first album titled ‘Kalipo’ in 2011 and has performed with great artistes like Davido, Wizkid among others. His recent song ‘Total Cheat’, which features Sarkodie is among the current songs that have hijacked our airwaves.

Below is the official video of his song ‘Total Cheat’.

 

 

 

 

5 Dangers With Prolonged Mobile Phone Usage

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

It is no lie that our mobile phones have become as much a part of our lives as clothes. We use our mobile phones for everything.

However, all the uses of the mobile phone cannot detract from the dangers it poses when it used for a long time.

Eye strains
Anytime you spend more than a few hours staring at your phone, you risk dry eyes from blinking less, headaches, blurred vision, and general eyestrain. Looking into the distance every 20 minutes and blinking frequently can help.

It can cause neck and upper back pain
The hours you spend hunching on your mobile phone can have effects. The position can trigger discomfort beginning with pain in the back of the neck and shoulders.

Increase chances of fatal accidents
Mobile phones are a huge distraction drivers and walkers alike. You probably text while walking or driving. This action can lead to accidents happening.

Risk of cancer
A lot of scientists have warned over time that there is the possibility that prolonged use of cell phones can cause brain tumours to develop in a person. Cell phones make use of a high radio frequency to work effectively. It is believed that when you hold the phone against your ear during a call, this frequency can cause gradual damage to your brain. This damage is in the form of a tumor growing in the brain.

Memory loss
Who needs to memorise things when you have a smartphone handy. Because of the smartphone, there’s no reason to memorize things you know you can easily look up — like phone numbers. And when you stop memorizing facts and figures, your memory can get a little rusty.

Celebrities Who Were Teachers Before The Fame

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

The celebrities we see now were not always famous or popular. Besides everybody has a beginning.

These people before they became celebrities were just trying to make ends means. Being a teacher is an honourable job and that was what these celebrities were.

Below are certain celebrities who were teachers before the fame:

Peace Hyde

In an interview, Peace Hyde disclosed that she was a science teacher before the media path chose her.

Ohemaa Mercy

After attending teachers training school, she  pursued a career in teaching until she released her first gospel single which gave her her breakthrough. She has never looked back since.

Emelia Brobbey

Kwabena Kwabena


He was once a teacher and a singer for his church choir.

Atumpan


Before Atumpan released his hit song, “The Thing”, he was a teacher. After the fame, he continued to teach for a while before he moved to the United Kingdom.

Stonebwoy Also Requests To Meet President Nana Addo

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

Award-winning Dancehall artiste Stonebwoy has also made his intentions known.

After Shatta Wale went to pay a courtesy call on the President Nana Addo, Stonebwoy has also made his interest to visit the Flagstaff House.

While he says he is proud of Shatta Wale’s achievement, he would also equally like to meet the president.

On Wednesday, Shatta Wale visited the president at the Flagstaff House after he received an invitation from the President.

Shatta Wale presented the President, during the visit on Wednesday, with the keys to the City of Worcester, Massachusetts which he received in July this year while on a tour in the United States.

President Akufo-Addo also presented the Dancehall artiste with a gift of Ghana’s Coat of Arms.

After seeing the pictures, Stonebwoy tweeted,

“Congrats To @shattawalegh 4 Taking TheKey To The Nation! #SuperProud @NAkufoAddo May I pls Know When To Come 4 Mine or Shatta You say Wetin?”

Shatta Wale replied to Stonebwoy’s tweet encouraging him to also go and meet the President.

“Chale bro no waste time ooo ..Go take yours you deserve it too …i told him what we talked about ..we good star!!!” he said.
https://twitter.com/shattawalegh/status/925793496828702721?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.myjoyonline.com%2Fentertainment%2F2017%2FNovember-1st%2Fafter-shatta-wales-visit-stonebwoy-requests-to-meet-akufo-addo.php

As of now, there has been no response from the President. However, we are anticipating a response.

Kwabena Kwabena Set To Launch 5th Album ‘Ahyesi’ On November 30

Posted on by Peace Agyare

Celebrated Contemporary Highlife musician, Kwabena Kwabena, born George Kwabena Adu is set to launch his 5th album titled “Ahyesi”on 30th November, 2017.

Kwabena Kwabena’s ten-track album titled “Ahyesi” (The Beginning) which will be launched at the Plus 233 Pub and Grill in Accra will witness live performances from the multiple award winning artiste and from supporting artistes like legendary contemporary Highlife Musician Ofori Amponsah and Asantewaa.

The event is said to be graced by popular Kumawood actress, Nana Ama Mcbrown, Musician Ofori Amponsah and other celebrities.

His first album titled ‘Kwabena Kwabena’ took him seven years to come out with his encouraging and soul touching music.

Kwabena Kwabena’s biggest breakthrough was in 2004 when he recorded is debut album ‘Aso’ which features Kontihene. Three of the songs were used in the soundtrack of Sparrow Productions’s ‘The Perfect Picture’. Some of his hits include Ka kyere me, Trodom, Adea waye me, Fakye me, Me ne woa, etc.

He released his second album ‘Dabi’ which was also a massive success and hailed by many musicians.

His third album, ‘Daakye’, came out in 2013 which also had hit songs like Bue Kwan, Adult Music, Bye Bye etc. Kwabena Kwabena has collaborated with musicians like Daddy Lumba, Samini, Sarkodie,Okyeame Kwame, Efya, Becca,and many others.

Peace Hyde And Others Named As Influencers For 2017 Eloy Awards

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

The Exquisite Lady of the Year (Eloy) Awards is created by Exquisite Magazine. This is one of the most prestigious award ceremonies in Nigeria celebrating exceptional women in Africa’s leading economy.

The goal is to place the spotlight on change makers in Nigeria and around the world as policy makers and business support organizations wake up to the idea that women are good for the economic prosperity of the nation. The Eloy Awards has over the years sought to provide a platform that highlights the achievement of women from all walks of life.

This year marks the 9th edition of the Awards with the theme “The Year of Inspiration”. To drive home the message of this year’s theme is, the newly appointed Head of Digital Media and Partnerships and West Africa Correspondent for Forbes Africa, Peace Hyde. She who joins a quartet of other inspirational influencers including veteran Nigerian actress Joke Silva, Founder of Eloy Awards and Exquisite Magazine, Tewa Onasanya and owner of eponymous leading fashion brand Lanre Da Silva.

“ELOY Awards is aimed at inspiring, motivating and empowering women, celebrate their successes and showing that it can be done. Our distinguished influencers are carefully selected and they embody ladies who are doing exceptionally well in their chosen fields and are great examples of strong women doing great things. We want other women to be inspired by these women and strive to be the best they can be,” says Onasanya.

Peace Hyde has consistently been globally celebrated as both an inspirational broadcast journalist and a change maker through her work with her NGO Aim Higher Africa where the organization helps to empower young millennials and grassroots entrepreneurs to identify their passion in order to build scalable and sustainable businesses that will change the lives of those living in impoverished communities. Her work has led to the establishment of over 500 businesses in Africa earning her several prestigious awards as well as being featured on numerous international publications for her powerful voice and impact globally in the media landscape.

The ELOY awards have provided a launch pad for highlighting the works of today’s leading change makers and the caliber of this year’s inspiring influencers provides a back drop for the high level of female change makers the Eloy Awards is looking to celebrate in its 9th Edition.

Source: Brenda Omawumi

Freda Wins MTN Hitmaker Season 6

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

Freda became the first female to win MTN Hitmaker. The competition is in its 6th season and this win makes it historic.

The finale of the 2017 edition took place at the National Theatre in Accra. Freda beat Xila, Drew, and Yaw Berk to win the Ghc 100,000 recording deal. She also gets a free music video worth $5000.

Drew, Yaw Berk and Xila took the second, third and fourth places respectively. Drew who came second for the reality show walked home with Ghc 10,000 cash prize.

The four finalists on the final night had two performances each. The first round saw them singing songs of renowned musicians in and outside the country. The the final round had them performing their original songs.

Freda received positive comments from all judges for both performances whilst the judges had issues with either of the performances of the other three contestants – Xila, Yaw Berk and Drew.

Freda becomes first female to win the MTN Hitmaker reality show. MTN Hitmaker season 6 finals was hosted by Berla Mundi and Giovanni Caleb.

Judges on the night were Francis Doku, Caroline Sampson and music producer Kaywa.

The competition began with 16 talented contestants with hopes of becoming the next Hitmaker, but Freda was announced winner on the final night.

Previous winners for MTN hitmaker reality show include Koo Ntakra, Kidi, and Kurl Songx.

Shatta Wale Finally Meets President Akufo-Addo At Flagstaff House

Posted on by Peace Agyare

Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Charles Nii Armah, known in showbiz as Shatta Wale, has paid a courtesy call on President Nana Akufo-Addo at the Flagstaff House on Wednesday, November 1, a few weeks after the president extended an invitation to him on his birthday in a tweet which surprisingly went viral.

During his meeting with the President, the Dancehall artist appealed for the appointment of music ambassadors in Ghana to teach the youth what music entails and the business aspect that comes along with the fun.

The Leader of the Shatta Movement said, if the President gives the go ahead, he will talk to his colleagues to bring on board as many as are interested.

The ‘Kakai’ hitmaker who was elated to meet Nana Akuffo- Addo was gifted with a gold-plated plaque embossed with his name despite the former’s request for a land cruiser. Shatta Wale also presented a key that the Mayor of Worcester gave him to the President for his blessings.

Watch Shatta Wale’s Visit To The President Below;

 

IROKOtv Launches In Ghana With Jackie Appiah

Posted on by Peace Agyare

IROKOtv, home of Nollywood and Ghanaian movies, and Africa’s leading digital entertainment company has finally touched down on the Ghanaian soil.

Spearheaded by Ghanaian superstar Jackie Appiah, IROKOtv has rolled out over 25 bright pink kiosks across Accra, that will enable users to download Ghanaian and Nigerian movies and TV series directly onto their mobile devices, without using any of their data allowance.

IROKOtv will bring the best movies and original TV series to Ghanaian fans.

Some of the most recent movies and TV series include Stalemate, Ghana Must Go and Black and White.

Kiosks can be found in areas including Accra Mall, A & C Mall, Oxford Street Osu, VVIP Circle, KFC Haatso, Pure Fire Ministry Achimota, Adenta SSNIT Fats, Accra Polytechnic, National Lottery, Accra Central and Lagos Avenue.

Jackie Appiah said: “I have worked with IROKOtv since their earliest days, and am so proud that they are now coming to Accra to bring even more amazing Ghanaian and Nollywood content to our fans here. The IROKOtv app is really easy to use, the selection of movies is really impressive and now, especially with the free downloads from the kiosks, it couldn’t be easier.

Whether you’re in hair and makeup on-set, which is where I often catch up on my content, or you’re on the trotro headed to work, you can watch your favorite stars anytime, anywhere”.

IROKOtv will be launching across Accra with a team of nearly 30 and expect the number of staff to increase to 140 by the end of November, to bring 100% Ghanaian and Nigerian movies and TV series to subscribers’ mobile phones, for only GHC 25 for a one-year subscription.

IROKOtv kiosks will be staffed six days a week – from Monday to Saturday – and movie fans can purchase subscriptions, download the app on their smart phones, and download movies directly onto their phone, data free.

Here’s how to subscribe:

Step 1: Users can visit any of the kiosks and an agent will help them download the IROKOtv app on the user’s mobile device or tablet.

Step 2: The agent will also help the user subscribe to IROKOtv, facilitate offline payments and also provide free data download of the subscribers choice of Ghanaian and Nigerian movies or TV Series.

Step 3: Users can enjoy their download movies at their own convenience – anytime, anywhere, anyplace.

Jason Njoku, CEO of IROKO added: “Ghanaian movies and Nollywood are part of the fabric of African entertainment; the very best of African storytelling.

We know that our Ghanaian neighbors cannot get enough great content, but that data costs have all too often been prohibitive to them watching content online. We hope that with the launch of the IROKOtv kiosks across Ghana that provide data-free downloads, and a one-year subscription to IROKOtv at just GHC 25, we will be able to build an even bigger community of online Nollywood fans here in Ghana”.

Watch video below

https://youtu.be/N4gryEjATNQ

 

7 Health Benefits Of Eating Watermelon

Posted on by Peace Agyare

Watermelons are mostly water, about 92 percent-but this refreshing fruit is soaked with nutrients. Each juicy bite has significant levels of vitamins A, B6 and C, lots of lycopene, antioxidants and amino acids. There’s even a modest amount of potassium.

Below are 7 health benefits of eating watermelon;

 

1.Helps You Hydrate

Drinking water is an important way to keep your body hydrated. However, eating foods that have a high water content can also help. Interestingly, watermelon is 92% water. A high water content is one of the reasons that fruits and vegetables help you feel full. The combination of water and fiber means you’re eating a good volume of food without a lot of calories.

2. Good For Skin And Hair

Two vitamins in watermelon — A and C — are important for skin and hairhealth. Vitamin C helps your body make collagen, a protein that keeps your skin supple and your hair strong. Vitamin A is also important for healthy skin since it helps create and repair skin cells. Without enough vitamin A, your skin can look dry and flaky. Both lycopene and beta-carotene may also help protect your skin from sunburn.

Contains nutrients and beneficial plant compounds

As far as fruits go, watermelon is one of the lowest in calories — only 46 calories per cup. That’s lower than even “low-sugar” fruits such as berries.

A cup (154 grams) of watermelon has many other nutrientsas well, including these vitamins and minerals:

  • Vitamin C: 21% of the RDI
  • Vitamin A: 18% of the RDI
  • Potassium: 5% of the RDI
  • Magnesium: 4% of the RDI
  • Vitamins B1, B5 and B6: 3% of the RDI

Watermelon is also high in carotenoids, including beta-carotene and lycopene. Plus, it has citrulline, an important amino acid.

Here’s an overview of watermelon’s most important antioxidants:

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps prevent cell damage from free radicals.

Carotenoids

Carotenoids are a class of plant compounds that includes alpha-carotene and beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A.

Lycopene

Lycopene is a type of carotenoid that doesn’t change into vitamin A. This potent antioxidant gives a red color to plant foods such as tomatoes and watermelon, and is linked to many health benefits.

Cucurbitacin E

Cucurbitacin E is a plant compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Bitter melon, a relative of watermelon, contains even more cucurbitacin E.

In short, watermelon is a low-calorie fruit high in some nutrients, especially carotenoids, vitamin C and cucurbitacin E.

3. Improves Heart Health
 
Heart disease is the number one cause of death worldwide. Lifestyle factors, including diet, may lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Several nutrients in watermelon have specific benefits for heart health. Studies suggest that lycopene may help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. It can also help prevent oxidative damage to cholesterol.

According to studies in obese postmenopausal women and Finnish men, lycopene may also help reduce the stiffness and thickness of artery walls. Watermelon also contains citrulline, an amino acid that may increase nitric oxide levels in the body. Nitric oxide helps your blood vessels expand, which lowers blood pressure. Other vitamins and minerals in watermelon are also good for your heart. These include vitamins A, B6, C, magnesium and potassium.

4. Improves Digestion

Watermelon contains lots of water and a small amount of fiber — both of which are important for healthy digestion. Fiber can provide bulk for your stool, while water helps keep your digestive tract moving efficiently. Eating water-rich and fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, including watermelon, can be very helpful for promoting normal bowel movements. Thus, fiber and water are important for healthy digestion. Watermelon contains both.

5. Lowers Blood Pressure

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is the most common condition seen in primary care and commonly leads to heart attacks, strokes, and other fatal diseases if untreated. Watermelon is rich in citrulline, which is an amino acid that is converted to arginine in the body. In turn, both citrulline and arginine help in the production of nitric oxide, which is a vasodilator, meaning that it helps relax and dilate your blood vessels.

When the vessels are dilated, more blood can pass freely through, leading to lower blood pressure and less of a risk for such things as stroke and cardiac infractions. Even better, the carotenoids present in watermelon help prevent the hardening of arteries and veins, thereby also helping reduce the risk of blood clots and atherosclerosis.

Clinical trials have shown that supplementation with watermelon and watermelon juices can actually reduce your aortic blood pressure and may even provide cardioprotection to keep your heart healthy and working smoothly.

 

 6. Improves Hair Growth

Male pattern baldness is a landmark in time that no man wants to pass. On the other hand, just as unwanted is the thinning of hair in women as they age. The effect of hair loss is not just a superficial physical effect, but it has also been documented that is takes an emotional toll on the patient as well. The mammalian hair follicle contains papilla and dermal sheath cells and undergoes a cycle of growth as the follicle ages. Certain growth factors are believed to cause the epithelial cells in the hair follicle tissues to proliferate and differentiate, leading to thicker and more abundant hair.

Since a derivative of vitamin C, l-Ascorbic acid 2-phosphate, is known to stimulate human fibroblasts and osteoblasts, researchers have suggested that such a supplement may be useful for hair growth.

Indeed, when hair follicles were isolated and treated with this compound, scientists saw significant growth stimulation in dermal papilla cells as well as an elongation of the hair shaft.

Such findings may suggest that vitamin C promotes the growth of hair follicles, which is one more reason why vitamin C-rich watermelon should be an essential part of everyone’s diet.

7. Aids In Weight Loss

Because watermelon is composed of so much water, it is by no means unusual to hear that eating watermelon may help to reduce fat or lose weight. This property of the fruit, however, may be attributed to more than just its high water content. The high levels of citrulline in watermelon mean that when our body processes this amino acid it can convert it into another amino acid called arginine. Recently, several studies have been finding evidence that the more conversion there is from citrulline to arginine, the more the amino acids block the activity of an enzyme called tissue-nonspecific alkaline phosphatase, TNAP. Interestingly, blocking the metabolic activities of this enzyme may help to prevent excess accumulation of fat in fat cells. The reason this occurs is thought to begin with arginine’s function in the body. Researchers have found that arginine stimulates lipolysis and the expression of several genes responsible for fatty acid oxidation. The more fatty acids that are oxidized into carbon dioxide and water, the more your body also reduces your amount of stored body fat.

Although more research must be done in this area to specifically prove arginine’s role in helping reduce body fat, it certainly cannot hurt to make sure you have enough arginine and watermelon in your daily diet!

5 Songs To Remember Terry Bonchaka

Posted on by Lawrencia Larbi-Amoah

It’s been 14 years since Ghanaian music icon Terry Bonchaka died.

His death shook the nation because his music star was rising and he was gaining attention.

Born Terry Adjetey, Terry Bonchaka died on 29th October, 2003 in a car accident while returning from a show at the University of Ghana.

He was known for his unique fashion sense and style when performing. His music was also amazing. That was what was gaining him traction with his fans.

Below are 5 songs to listen to as we remember this fallen icon.

  1. Lomna Va
  2. Zoozey
  3. Poulele
  4. Ghana Ladies
  5. Am Aware

Below is also a video compilation of some of his songs

He will always be remembered as the icon he is.

Check Out These 11 Beautiful Natural Hairstyles You Can Rock In On That ‘Special Day'( Photos)

Posted on by Peace Agyare

Women don’t joke with their hair because aside being one of the most notable thing on them, it also does compliment their looks a lot.

Ladies, you don’t have to get your hair permed simply because you want your hair to look ravishing for that special occasion. There are so many beautiful and different styles you can get done with your natural hair .

Well, we all thought ‘short hair’ styles were actually going to uproot the ‘natural hair styles’ when they emerged but it looks like the latter is here to stay as more and more women and even men are joining the natural hair family each day. Oh yes!, you sit in a passenger car and you’ll count not less than three people with natural hair.

I know you don’t need to ask the kind of hair referred to as natural hair because you surely do know. But for the sake of clarity, let me briefly define it here.

Natural hair is hair whose texture hasn’t been altered by chemical straighteners, including relaxers and texturizers. An Afro hairstyle is sometimes referred to as ‘a natural hair’, but natural black hair can be worn in many other styles besides a short ‘fro’. Pressed hair may still be considered natural because once washed, the texture usually returns to its unaltered state (as long as no heat damage has occurred).

Below are 11 natural hairstyles you can rock in on that special occasion. You might want to tell us which one is your favorite as well;

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Moving Out Of TV3 Has Completely Changed How I see Things – Nana Aba Anamoah

Posted on by Peace Agyare

2017 Radio and TV Personality of the Year, Nana Aba Anamoah has expressed her profound gratitude to God for His abundant favor upon her.

Nana Aba Anamoah, who swept seven awards at the just ended 2017 RTP Awards night  has also not hidden her disappointment and how betrayed she felt when she was ditched by her former employers; TV3 Network Ltd.

The News Editor and host of State of Affairs on GHOne TV took a sly dig at TV3 during an interview on Empire Fm disclosing her disinterest in TV3 affairs and admitting, “Errrm you know, TV3 I actually don’t really think about them”.

It will be recalled Nana Aba Anamoah and TV3 Network developed a tensed relationship following a “photo theft” incident leading to her resignation from the media group.

Intriguingly, two years on in October (same month her career almost came crashing; after she was slapped with an indefinite suspension from TV3 Network), she defied all odds to keep her head up and win the much coveted radio and television personality of the year.

“…but they say sometimes things happen in your life and you might think it’s a problem but God just puts you in that situation so you can move on. What happened two years ago, even though I thought it was such a big silly joke, I think it happened for the greater good for me.

“Moving out of TV3 has completely changed my life; it has completely changed how I see things” she confessed.

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