Category: Daily Guide Network

On November 22, 2025, four of Ghana’s leading music stars-reggae artiste Samini, Afrobeat songstress Efya, gospel sensation Joe Mettle, and highlife legend Ofori Amponsah will share one stage to commemorate the 10th anniversary of EMY Africa Awards.

Set to take place at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre, these carefully selected musicians are expected to perform their hit songs to entertain an array of distinguished guests invited to observe the ceremony.

Known as the ‘Father of Live Band’ music, Samini, over the years, has earned the reputation of thrilling music lovers with his live performances as a result of his high-energy stage showmanship.

This consistency and innovation earned him his role as the trailblazer who proved a dancehall act could thrive with a full band on stage.

Efya is not new to the EMY Africa performing stage, but the songstress over the years has carved her name in the hearts of attendees, making her one of the longest performing acts for the awards. Her voice flips from sultry whispers to powerhouse belts, hitting every note with crystal-clear emotion, so audiences feel the song right in the chest.

Efya is known for blending Afrobeat, soul, RandB, and traditional Ghanaian rhythms, creating a fresh, eclectic sound that keeps fans hooked.

This year’s attendees will experience another side of gospel act, Joe Mettle. Aside from being known for carrying the weight of the gospel, hitting notes that shake the arena and lift spirits, Joe Mettle also commands attention the moment he steps out, moving, dancing, and connecting with every corner of the crowd.

Known for his timeless highlife songs, Ofori Amponsah is expected to sing his hit singles such as ‘Odo Nti’, ‘Akua Ataa’, and ‘Otoolege’, among others. The highlife legend is known for keeping the classic highlife groove alive, blending it with modern beats, so it feels both nostalgic and fresh.

This year’s milestone marks a decade of celebrating African excellence, leadership, and impact across the continent and the diaspora.

For ten years, the EMY Africa Awards have honoured outstanding individuals whose achievements inspire progress in business, culture, sports, public service, social impact, and the creative industries.

This year’s anniversary edition is presented in partnership with UNESCO, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President of Ghana, and EY Ghana, reinforcing EMY Africa’s mission of fostering pan-African collaboration and global influence.

Former President Nana Akufo-Addo has expressed his condolences to the family of the six Ghanaian women who died during a military recruitment exercise at the El-Wak Stadium in Accra on Wednesday.

The incident occurred when a stampede broke out among thousands of applicants seeking to join the Ghana Armed Forces, leaving six dead and several others in critical condition.

In a post on Facebook on Thursday, November 13, former President, Nana Akufo-Addo conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and potential recruits as well as those injured at the hospital.

‘I returned from Angola to the devastating news of the tragic deaths of six potential recruits into the Ghana Armed Forces, with several others receiving treatment for varying degrees of injuries sustained from the incident, at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra’.

‘I convey to the bereaved families my deep condolences and wish the potential recruits in hospital a rapid recovery from their injuries, and indeed, from the accompanying trauma to all who were at the El Wak stadium, their parents or guardians and their loved ones. It is my hope that each day will bring you renewed strength. May the Lord be with us all at this difficult moment,’ Former President Akufo-Addo wrote.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the suspension of the Military recruitment in Accra, whereas the Acting Defense Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has assured a thorough probe of the incident.

According to a statement from the Ghana Armed Forces, the tragedy occurred around 6:20 a.m. when an unexpected surge of applicants violated security protocols and forced their way through the gates ahead of the scheduled screening.

Renowned Dancehall singer, Samini, has called on fellow acts to redirect their investment in the purchase of luxury cars to buying of lands, to secure their future.

Speaking on Hitz FM on Tuesday, November 12, Samini revealed that one of the best financial decisions he made early in his career was investing in land when his income started growing.

Sharing his experience, Samini said that as a young artiste in his early twenties, he initially spent his earnings on flashy cars until an older mentor, whom he described as an ‘elder Rasta,’ cautioned him about the importance of long-term investments.

‘Anytime I went to see the old man, I was in a different car, and he told me, ‘My youth, you secure. Cars depreciate, but land appreciates,” Samini recounted.

‘You can buy a car today and in ten years it’s worth less, but buy land today and in ten years it could increase a hundredfold.’

He reiterated his advise to upcoming musicians to balance their desire for flashy lifestyles with smart financial planning. While acknowledging that appearance and image are part of an artiste’s brand, he stressed the need for moderation and foresight.

‘Some of the flashy things are good for your branding, but do them in moderation,’ he advised.

‘If you have extra money and don’t know what to do with it, buy land. You’d be surprised how much it appreciates over time,’ he stressed.

Samini added that unlike cars and other short-term assets, land ownership guarantees future stability and growth.

The 13th commemorative adua (Islamic prayers) for the late former Vice President, Aliu Mahama, is scheduled for Sunday, November 16, 2025, at No. 4 Switchback Road, Cantonments, Accra at 9am.

The Special Guest is the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu.

Alhaji Aliu Mahama, a product of both the famous Government Secondary School, now Tamale Senior High School (1960-1967 for both the O and A levels) and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), was born on March 3, 1946 and passed away on November 16, 2012.

The KNUST-trained engineer, who later became a politician, was Vice President from January 7, 2001 to January 7, 2009. He went down in history as the country’s first Muslim Vice President.

Mahama was also an alumnus of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). He obtained two certificates from the Institute in Project Planning and Management, and in Leadership.

He started his working career at the Bolgatanga regional office of the State Construction Corporation as an Engineer/Construction from 1972 to 1975.

He was promoted to Assistant Regional Manager and posted to the Koforidua Regional Office of the corporation from 1975 to 1976. He held the position of Regional Manager in charge of the Northern Region, Tamale from June 1976 to August 1982.

In 1982, he successfully established his own civil engineering and general construction firm, LIDRA Limited, and became its managing director. He was Chairman of the Northern Regional Contractors Association from 1996 until the December 2000 elections.

He was a Councilor on the Yendi District Council in 1978 and an Assemblyman of the Tamale Municipal Assembly in 1990. He was also Chairman of the Economic Development Committee of the Tamale-Louisville Sister State Committee.

He was a board member of several secondary schools in the Northern Region, including the Tamale Polytechnic.

As a football person, he served as a board member of the Ghanaian Premier League side Real Tamale United, where he was a founding member.

A state funeral, attended by hundreds, was held for him on November 18, 2012 per Islamic funeral prayer rites (Janaza) at the Independence Square in the capital, Accra.

After receiving the necessary state funeral, his remains were flown in a Ghana Air Force jet to Tamale in the Northern Region for burial at his private residence.

Ghana’s Best Female musician, Eno Barony, explores a refreshing new sound with her latest single, ‘SOLOKU,’ featuring the versatile Kweku Flick.

Now streaming on all digital platforms, the song is a vibrant fusion of highlife and afrobeats, radiating positivity and pure Ghanaian groove.

Stepping away from her trademark rap style, Eno Barony delivers a melodic performance that blends seamlessly with Kweku Flick’s tone. Together, they create an uplifting anthem that reminds listeners that as long as we keep hustling, one day, everything will be okay.

Driven by bright guitar riffs, lively percussion, and smooth rhythms, SOLOKU celebrates hope, resilience, and the beauty of persistence-a perfect mix of motivation and dance energy.

Speaking about the track, Eno Barony said, ‘SOLOKU is about the everyday hustler’s journey, a vibe that reminds us that tough times don’t last forever. I wanted people to feel inspired and dance at the same time.’

With its catchy hook and authentic Ghanaian sound, SOLOKU is already set to light up playlists, radio waves, and dance floors across Africa and beyond.

Former President Nana Akufo-Addo was in Luanda, Angola, to participate in the celebration of its 50th independence anniversary.

Angola gained independence from Portugal on November 11, 1975, ending centuries of colonial rule.

As part of the anniversary, the Angolan government hosted a major national ceremony which was attended by several dignitaries and leaders from various parts of the world, including West Africa.

In a post shared on social media, former President Akufo-Addo, who travelled as a special guest for the occasion, thanked the government of Angola for the hospitality while extending best wishes to the people of Angola.

‘I am in Luanda, Angola, at the invitation of the President of the Republic of Angola, H.E. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, to participate in the ceremony marking the 50th Anniversary of Angolan Independence.

‘I extend my best wishes to the Government and the friendly people of Angola and thank them for the warm hospitality extended to me. Long Live Angola, Long live Ghana-Angola Relations,’ former President Akufo- Addo wrote.

Angolan independence took place in dramatic circumstances, with the nationalist forces of the People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) and the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA) engaging in a civil war that lasted close to three decades.

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssoufalso, congratulated the government and people of the Republic of Angola on the occasion of its independence anniversary, describing the golden jubilee as a moment of pride for all Africans.

The anniversary celebrations reflect the nation’s achievements and ongoing challenges as it moves forward.

The Minority in Parliament has accused the Ministry of Finance and the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) of unlawfully withdrawing and blocking funds belonging to the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF), describing the act as a blatant violation of the Constitution and a betrayal of public trust.

Addressing a press conference in Parliament yesterday, Minority Chief Whip and MP for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, alleged that the two state institutions had ‘swept’ over GHS1.4 billion from the DACF account at the Bank of Ghana (BoG), funds meant for development projects across the country’s local assemblies.

According to him, the withdrawals and account blockages were carried out in a pattern that began earlier this year, involving several sums of money, including GHS1.4 billion and GHS11.3 million, taken from the Fund’s account between February and April. ‘After several complaints, they brought back the GHS1.4 billion, but as we speak, the GHS11.3 million is still outstanding,’ he said.

Mr. Annoh-Dompreh further disclosed that on November 4, 2025, the Controller released the third-quarter DACF allocation into the account, but within a week, the account was blocked.

‘Then on the 12th, they swept the account,’ he stated, adding that this amounted to ‘paying with one hand and taking with the other.’

The MP described the act as ‘unconstitutional and deceptive,’ citing the Supreme Court ruling in the Kpodo case, which held that once constitutional funds are released, they cannot be redirected or withheld by the Ministry of Finance or the Controller.

‘The Constitution is clear. These are constitutional payments. Neither the Controller nor the Minister has the right to block or sweep them,’ he emphasised.

He also warned that the situation could damage Ghana’s credibility with international partners, as the DACF account at the Bank of Ghana reportedly receives foreign grants from Switzerland’s Economic Cooperation and Germany’s KfW for specific projects at the local level.

‘These are funds released for prior-agreed purposes. Diverting them could lead to the withdrawal of international cooperation,’ he cautioned.

The Minority Chief Whip accused the government of micromanaging constitutional funds for political or fiscal convenience, calling it an ‘insult to the intelligence of the Ghanaian people.’

He said the alleged act undermines decentralisation and cripples the operations of District Assemblies, Members of Parliament (MPs), and contractors awaiting payment for completed projects.

‘What this means is that Assemblies are being denied the oxygen they need to function. Development projects are stalled, and contractors are left unpaid,’ he lamented.

Mr. Annoh-Dompreh disclosed that the Minority would raise the matter formally on the floor of Parliament under Order 93(1) as a matter of urgent public importance if the government fails to resolve it.

He further challenged the Ministry of Finance and the Controller to refute the allegations if they have contrary evidence, promising to release official correspondence to substantiate his claims if necessary.

He appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to intervene, restore the funds, and ensure adherence to constitutional provisions. ‘We need sanity. We need to respect the Constitution. This illegality must stop,’ he said.

A fresh controversy has erupted in the household of Nigerian lawmaker and businessman Senator Ned Nwoko, as his Moroccan wife, Laila Charani, has publicly accused her co-wife, popular actress, Regina Daniels, of introducing her to drugs and engaging in same sex relationships.

Charani made the explosive allegations in an Instagram post on Wednesday, following Regina Daniels’ recent claims that some of her husband’s other wives were involved in drug use.

In her statement, Charani alleged that she nearly lost her marriage six years ago after Daniels introduced her to drug use, claiming that only Senator Nwoko’s quick intervention saved her.

‘You know too well that I almost lost my marriage when you introduced me to drugs six years ago, and it was my husband’s quick insistence on intervention that rescued me from that dark path,’ Charani wrote.

The mother of three further accused Regina Daniels of being a ‘bad influence’ on the family, claiming that she supplied drugs to domestic staff and even to her younger sister, Destiny. She also levelled shocking allegations of lesbianism against the actress.

‘You have been a bad influence since you married into this beautiful family. giving drugs to nannies and our workers, including your younger sister Destiny. You infested everyone with your virus, and this is why I will not trust my daughters around you unsupervised, especially when I found out that you were sleeping with every single girl around you,’ she alleged.

Charani urged Daniels to seek psychological help and to stop involving other wives in her issues with their husband.

Meanwhile, Regina Daniels is yet to respond to the allegations.

King’s Trust International, founded by His Majesty King Charles III, has appointed renowned Nigerian business leader, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, and his wife, Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, as the new Co-Chairs of its Africa Advisory Board, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s commitment to youth empowerment across the continent.

Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, who serves as Chairman of Access Holdings and Coronation Group, is also the Founding Chairman of the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, an institution known for promoting public sector transformation and good governance in Africa.

His co-chair, Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, serves as the Executive Vice Chair of the same foundation and is widely recognised for her leadership in philanthropy and social development initiatives.

Their joint appointment brings to King’s Trust International a unique blend of expertise in financial services, governance reform, philanthropy, and public-private partnerships, aligning with the organisation’s mission to unlock opportunities for young people.

The leadership transition comes as King’s Trust International enters its 10th anniversary year, with an ambitious goal to empower one million more young people globally over the next decade.

To date, the Trust has supported over 30,000 young Africans in nine countries through programmes in education, employability, and entrepreneurship.

‘This is an important moment for youth development in Africa,’ said Ilse Blank, Communications Advisor at the Office of the Chairman.

‘Africa has the world’s youngest population, and the success of this demographic will determine the continent’s future. The Aig-Imoukhuedes’ appointment reinforces the Trust’s belief that strategic collaboration between the public, private, and philanthropic sectors can deliver scalable, lasting change,’ he added.

The appointment also marks the conclusion of the tenure of Bernard and Genevieve Mensah, who have served as the founding Co-Chairs of the Africa Advisory Board for the past six years.

Their stewardship helped lay the foundation for the Trust’s expansion and partnerships across the region.

King’s Trust International, formerly known as The Prince’s Trust International, was established by King Charles III to extend his long-standing commitment to youth empowerment beyond the United Kingdom.

Its Africa Advisory Board plays a critical role in shaping strategy and fostering partnerships with governments, corporations, and civil society to advance youth inclusion and economic resilience.

THE GHANA Football Association (GFA) has confirmed that the government did not provide financial support for the Black Stars’ upcoming international friendlies against Japan and South Korea.

According to the GFA’s Communications Director, Henry Asante Twum, the national team’s trip to Asia is entirely funded by the host nations. The matches form part of Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which kicks off next summer.

Ghana will play Japan in the Kirin Cup on Friday, November 14, before travelling to Seoul to face South Korea four days later.

Asante Twum explained that although the GFA officially informed the Ministry of Youth and Sports about the fixtures, the association did not receive any financial assistance from the government.

‘The games will be funded by the two teams that invited the Black Stars; we didn’t take any money from the ministry,’ he clarified.

‘The GFA President informed the sector minister about the matches, and we received their blessing to proceed, but no funding was provided.’

He further revealed that the players would not receive any winning bonuses for the friendlies.

‘There will be no winning bonuses; it will just be the per diem agreed between the GFA and the players,’ Asante Twum added.

Nineteen players participated in the Black Stars’ first training session on Wednesday, with the rest expected to join camp ahead of Friday’s match against Japan.