There is an adage in Akan language that says “Nia Onim tow na ye de no gyina tserepong so”, translated to mean that “the mantle is given to the one to whom it befits best”. This can be translated in many other forms such as these; the opportunity is given to the best and capable … Read more
Ghanaian born UK-based gospel singer Ohemaa Jacky who conceived for popular Ghanaian gospel musician Brother Sammy has narrated to Zionfelix.net the agony she went through during the pregnancy period. Speaking to Zionfelix.net Tuesday noon when she landed in Ghana from UK, the Hakuna Matata singer thanked God for her life because she believes she would … Read more
Once upon a time, I nearly grounded a Press Conference at the now defunct Pan-African Hotel in Nima. It was a Press Conference organized by a group that labeled itself as Sapta. The group demanded an apology from Mr. Sam Pee Yalley, a leading member of the then ruling National Democratic Congress. In rubbishing the … Read more
The 2016 elections have ended and president elect, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has been giving us a gist of the calibre of competent people he’ll surround himself with in his office. Many hailed his choice of Alan Kyeremateng, Frimpong Boateng and Dominic Ntiwul among others as members of his cabinet. However, the appointment of Samuel … Read more
There’re a few things we should bear in mind about the Western media: that they’ll never tell a story that puts its own society in a bad light; they’ll never tell a true story of the continent of Africa – why, for the continent of Africa bad news sells, in theirs, bad news doesn’t sell. … Read more
I am one of those Ghanaians who are not proud of the standard of journalism in this country. Ghana is one of the freest countries on earth for the practice of journalism, but inadequate investment and seeming lack of understanding of impactful journalism by media owners have resulted in a rather noisy and purposeless media … Read more
Gradually, the state of journalism in Ghana is loosing its ‘grind, substance, credibility and relevancy’ per my observations and this is because I usually do not get the intent and motive behind the stories they publish through the print and electronic media. The news headlines that take the front pages of our newspapers are full … Read more
Gradually, the state of journalism in Ghana is loosing its ‘grind, substance, credibility and relevancy’ per my observations and this is because I usually do not get the intent and motive behind the stories they publish through the print and electronic media. The news headlines that take the front pages of our newspapers are full … Read more
The Impact Crew: Media Houses In Ghana Must Be Serious Gradually, the state of journalism in Ghana is loosing its ‘grind, substance, credibility and relevancy’ per my observations and this is because I usually do not get the intent and motive behind the stories they publish through the print and electronic media. The news headlines … Read more
Indeed, since 1992, the Ghanaian Media has played an integral role in the nation’s general presidential and parliamentary elections. Even more powerful than ever, the various media groups in Ghana during our just ended 7th polls proved to us that surely the Media is the fourth estate of the realm, in other words, the fourth … Read more
For the first time in this year’s elections, I decided to get a feel of the campaign by following the media team of the Chief of Staff in his Greater Accra Tour. My observation: If you are reading this post and with the view that all is rosy for our politicians because they drive in … Read more
There was a ‘Big Brother’ at a stakeholders forum organised by the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) in Accra on Monday November 21, ahead of the 2016 December 7, general elections. The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC) was there too. Journalists from the print and the electronic media were there in their numbers. … Read more
The statement stung me like a scorpion, and the only possible reply would have included a description of it as stupid. But I managed to tame my anger for four weeks before I approached the young man from whose mouth came those unfortunate words. That afternoon, I was busily working on a documentary at the … Read more
Elections in Africa have mostly been characterized by tension, violent clashes, allegations and counter allegations of rigging, intimidation, among others. Ghana has had its ‘fair share’ of this unfortunate development before, during and after elections in Ghana. The 2012 General Elections for instance witnessed a similar fate which led to the opposition New Patriotic Party … Read more
Journalists billed to cover this year’s elections for various media house are being advised to work as a team for their own safety. Media Consultant Michelle Betz made the call at a Workshop organized by the Media Foundation for West Africa for News Editors and Senior Journalists on safety for journalists during the elections. She … Read more
The Kokomaster, D’banj, has been sued for N100 million by a technology company, MindHub. It was confirmed that Dbanj signed a memorandum of understanding with the technology company for the promotion of a concert organised by his media house, D’Kings Men Media LTD. The contract stated that Dbanj would be personally liable for the payment … Read more
Radio and Television personality Quophi Okyeame has told Showbiz that as an ordained man of God, he is working with the youth to correct the negative impact lyrics of some of his songs had during his time as a hiplife artiste. He believes some of his lyrics of yesteryears might lead some people astray and … Read more
The Kokomaster, D’banj, has been sued for N100 million by technology company, MindHub. It was confirmed that D’banj signed a memorandum of understanding with the technology company for the promotion of a concert organised by his media house, D’Kings Men Media LTD. The contract stated that D’banj would be personally liable for the payment of … Read more
For the first time ever, Social Media is playing a crucial role in Ghana’s parliamentary and presidential election. There have been a lot of issues revolving around the use of social media in Ghana with regards to the December 7th polls.Undoubtedly, we have come to an age where popular trends and most talked about stories … Read more
“There are plans to shut me down and make me look like a fake pastor so they have paid two ladies to go on radio with a useless story that they are my sex partners and that I have bought them houses and cars. I am waiting for them and their evil agenda. They would … Read more