Renowned Ghanaian movie Director & Cinematographer , Evander Kwame Agyeman, has underscored the importance of filmmakers’ summits in advancing the growth of the local film industry. The Veteran Cinematographer , who brings decades of experience in the entertainment sector, made these remarks while serving as a panel member at the Ashanti Filmmakers Summit held at Prempeh Assembly Hall on March 17, 2026. The event formed part of activities leading to the AshantiFest, organized under the leadership of Ashanti Regional Minister Hon. Dr Frank Amoakohene. According to him, such summits have become essential platforms for filmmakers to showcase their work, build…
Author: Yeboah Gilbert
International sports retail giant Decathlon is set to officially open its doors at Kumasi City Mall on March 21, 2026, bringing a wide range of quality sports equipment and apparel to sports enthusiasts in Kumasi and beyond. The grand opening is expected to attract several sports personalities and journalists, including popular Ghanaian entertainer Dr. Likee, alongside other notable figures in the sports industry. Customers who attend the opening will also enjoy exciting discounts and promotional offers as the company celebrates the launch of its new outlet. The new store aims to become a one-stop shop for all sporting needs, offering…
A leading figure in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ashanti Region, Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, has announced that he will contest the party’s Ashanti Regional Chairmanship position. In a brief message declaring his intention, he wrote, “I am contesting the Ashanti Regional Chairmanship position. The journey begins today. Asanteman Coka, I care.” Appiah, widely known as COKA, is a long-time party organiser who previously served as the NPP constituency chairman for Afigya Kwabre South. Over the years, he has been active in grassroots mobilisation within the party in the Ashanti Region. His latest announcement signals a return to the…
One of Ghana’s most celebrated sports journalists, the legendary Kofi Asare Brako, popularly known as “Abatey, Wonuanie-Kagyaa,” has made a major return to radio and television as he rejoins Atinka 104.7 FM and Atinka TV in Accra as the Head of the Sports Department. Abatey needs little introduction in Ghana’s radio landscape. He built a formidable reputation during his illustrious stint at Peace 104.3 FM, the country’s most popular Twi radio station, where he worked for eight years (1999–2008). In 2008, he moved to rival station Adom 106.3 FM, where he stayed until 2015—a decision he later openly admitted he…
Sports Historian and Commentator Bright Yeboah Taylor, popularly known as BYT, has officially resigned from Kumasi-based Pure 95.7 FM, a subsidiary of the Angel Broadcasting Network. BYT brings his six-year journey with Pure FM to an end after joining the station in 2020 from Multimedia Group Limited’s Nhyira 104.5 FM, where he had already established himself as a respected voice in sports analysis. The highly-rated broadcaster is set to join Kessben 93.3 FM, home of one of Ghana’s most influential sports programmes. At Kessben FM, BYT replaces Awal Mohammed, who has left the country to further his education. At his…
Joseph Osei, popularly known in the media fraternity as Sports President, has officially ended his stint with Kumasi-based Ash 101.1 FM to begin a new chapter in his career with Accra-based Max 89.7 FM as a sports journalist. The seasoned broadcaster, who also doubled as a Foreign News Presenter at Ash FM, joined the station in October 2025 after what many considered an unsuccessful spell with AP Radio and TV in Kumasi. During his time at Ash FM, Sports President distinguished himself with in-depth sports delivery, and professionalism, earning him a strong following among listeners. His move to Max 89.7…
Reliable information reaching SeanCity Media indicates that one of Kumasi’s most celebrated morning show voices, Kojo Marfo, is set to join Fakye TV in Kumasi. The highly experienced broadcaster is reportedly being tasked to launch Fakye TV’s very first morning show since the station’s establishment — a major milestone for the fast-growing media house. Kojo Marfo is expected to host the show alongside Bigbroda GH DE Maestro who may be making a strategic move from the sports department to support the new flagship programme. Kojo Marfo’s possible move has already sparked excitement within Kumasi’s media space, considering his rich experience…
Gospel radio show host Alexis De Godson of Pure FM, Kumasi, has extended a helping hand to widows this Christmas through his annual charity outreach, “Worship With the Widows.” As part of the gesture, the celebrated broadcaster donated food items and other essentials to support widows during the festive season, ensuring they also experienced joy and relief at this special time of the year. “Worship With the Widows” has become a yearly initiative led by Alexis De Godson and his partners, aimed at showing love, compassion, and practical support to vulnerable women who often struggle to make ends meet. In…
Aspiring Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Chairman Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as COKA, has once again demonstrated his commitment to humanitarian work after donating a brand-new wheelchair, school materials and food items to a 15 year old physically challenged girl Perl Ampadu Boateng at Kotwi Kyekyewere in the Atwima Kwanwoma District of the Ashanti Region. The gesture adds to a series of charitable interventions he has carried out in recent weeks in support of persons with disabilities and vulnerable families across various communities. The donation package included a wheelchair to aid the girl’s mobility, along with…
Aspiring Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as COKA, has once again demonstrated his compassion and commitment to humanity by extending support to ailing Kumawood veteran Kwaku Twumasi. Chairman Odeneho visited the veteran actor and presented an undisclosed cash donation along with assorted food items, including bags of rice, bottles of oil and other essentials, to help cushion the actor and his family during this difficult period. Kwaku Twumasi — one of the respected faces in Kumawood — has been battling illness for several years, a situation that has kept him away from active movie roles. He…