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“THE BABY’S THIEF”: Art as Moral Memory, by the Great Setheli Morgan Ashong-Katai (Part 1)

February 21, 2026

The recent case involving Latifah Salifu, the alleged baby thief, reminded me of my late senior cousin, Mr. Setheli Morgan Ashong-Katai. He was the first grandchild of my maternal grandparents. In the late 1980s, he wrote and directed a film titled “The Baby’s Thief.” He was a gifted writer, poet, cultural advocate, and journalist. His...

December in Ghana must mean more than partying – KOD pushes back at critics

December 9, 2025

Presidential Adviser on Diaspora Affairs, Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD), has firmly rejected accusations that he wants to “kill Detty December,” insisting that his call is for a more purposeful and impactful festive season rather than endless partying.Speaking exclusively to Graphic Showbiz on Saturday, KOD responded directly to sharp criticism from former Deputy Minister of Tourism,...

Rhythms On Da Runway Celebrates 15 Years of Cultural Excellence

October 28, 2025

Africa’s biggest cultural exposé, Rhythms On Da Runway, is set to make a grand return on Saturday, December 6th, at the historic Christiansborg Castle, Osu. The event, described by the BBC as a premier cultural showcase, promises to be bigger, bolder, and more fabulous than ever. Organized by Nineteen57 Events and The Black Star Experience,...

Ghana’s Education Minister Congratulates KNUST Graduates

October 4, 2025

The Minister of Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, represented President John Dramani Mahama at the 59th Congregation and the 13th Edition of the R.P. Baffour Memorial Lectures at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi. On behalf of the Government of Ghana and the Ministry of Education, Minister Iddrisu extended warm congratulations...

Massive turnout in Kumasi for Sarkodie’s Rapperholic Concert

September 28, 2025

Ghana’s Garden City, Kumasi, came to a dramatic standstill on Saturday night as Africa’s rap king, Sarkodie, elevated his iconic Rapperholic Concert to new heights. Thousands of passionate fans braved heavy rains and flocked to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, witnessing what many described one of the most patronised events in Ghana’s entertainment history. Despite...

Two arrested over viral TikTok video threatening Mahama, First Lady

August 13, 2025

The Ghana Police Service has launched an investigation into a viral TikTok video in which a man is heard issuing threats against former President John Dramani Mahama and the First Lady. In an official statement, the Police confirmed that the video, which has been widely circulated on social media, contains remarks considered to be threats...

Shatta Wale lands in EOCO’s crosshairs over seized luxury vehicle

August 6, 2025

Ghanaian dancehall star Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, has come under the scrutiny of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) following a search-and-seizure operation at his Trassaco Valley Phase 1 residence. The operation, conducted in June 2025 by EOCO’s Surveillance and Asset Recovery Unit (SARU), was part of an international...

I can’t pretend, he owed me cash and car – Joy Industries CEO slams Daddy Lumba after death

July 28, 2025

The Chief Executive Officer of Joy Industries, Manfred Takyi, has made it clear he will not be mourning the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba. In a Facebook post on Monday, July 28, 2025, Takyi urged the public to stop pressuring him to issue a tribute, revealing unresolved issues between him and the late musician. According...

Confirmed!! Highlife Legend Charles Kojo Fosu aka Daddy Lumba is dead

July 26, 2025

Lawyers representing the family of legendary highlife musician Charles Kwadwo Fosu, widely known as Daddy Lumba, have confirmed his passing in an official statement. Press Statement Below

Actor Jerry Williams Reportedly Arrested By Police

July 22, 2025

Men of the Delta State Police have arrested popular Nigerian actor, Jerry Williams. Information released by Nollywood actor, Stanley Ontop revealed that Williams was reportedly arrested by Nwafor Franklin, better known as Izutech with the help of the police. Jerry was reportedly arrested on Monday morning at his residence in Delta State by officers from...