Media mogul and artist manager, Nana Poku Ashis has voiced his opinion on the coveted Artiste of the Year bid for the 25th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA).

He stated that although the category involves six popular musicians, he is certain it is a competition between three major people.

While reviewing who among the nominees has the upper hand in clinching the award, he opined that the actual contest is among the three nominees.

“To me, it’s a three-horse race. That’s how I see it. To me, it involves King Promise, Stonebwoy, and a dark horse being Nacee. The dark horse that can surprise everybody is Nacee.”
Nana Poku Ashis

Mr. Ashis pointed out that Stonebwoy’s fans fully support him in such situations, and that the BHIM Nation will likely pull off a surprise at the event.

He also commended King Promise and his team for their exceptional effort in intensifying their publicity and promotions.

“I have seen that of King Promise more than any of the others. Maybe they did, but we didn’t really see, but King has made sure that he’s visible for you to see the work he’s doing, and that is how you convince people to send their votes.”
Nana Poku Ashis

Speaking about the likelihood of Nacee winning, the artist manager emphasized that he [Nacee] would receive massive votes because of the singer’s hard work toward the growth of individuals.

“While I know that my man Nacee will be on the sidelines doing the dirty work for the churches, they don’t play. Don’t play with Team Nacee. Do not play with them; it’s looking good for them.”
Nana Poku Ashis

Considering the works of the three musicians, Mr. Ashis disclosed that he would support the win of any of them because they deserve the prize.

Ghanaians from all over the planet are excited about the award night on Saturday, June 1, when they finally discover which of their favorites wins ‘Artiste of the Year’ at the TGMAs.

Amakye Dede To Be Honored With TGMA Lifetime Achievement Award

Delving into the special merit of the 25th anniversary of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards, the Lifetime Achievement honor will be conferred on legendary Highlife Maestro, Amakye Dede.

Amakye Dede’s presence in the Ghanaian music industry for over five (5) decades is a remarkable testament to his legacy. His musical journey began when he joined the Kumapim Royals, a renowned Highlife band led by Akwasi Ampofo Agyei (AAA), as a composer and a vocalist, one of Ghana’s Highlife legends.

Amakye Dede later established his music group, the Apollo High Kings recognized for delivering numerous Highlife hits throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

With a discography reflecting twenty (20) albums to his credit and a vast repertoire of songs, Amakye’s immense contribution has shaped the Highlife landscape and inspired different generations of artists and music lovers.

“Iron Boy”, as Ghanaians affectionately call him, explored diverse genres like Soca, Calypso, Lovers Rock, etc., and woven the same into the rich home-grown sound, of Highlife.

The Highlife Maestro has notable songs such as “Iron Boy”, “Su fre wo Nyame”, “Asem to me a ka bi ma me”, “Dabidabi Ebeye Yie”, “Mmaa Pe Sokoo”, “Bebrebe Yi”, to mention a few.

Homage will be paid to the unparalleled artistry of Amakye Dede and celebrate his unwavering commitment to his craft on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the 25th Telecel Ghana Music Awards powered by Charter House, supported by Guinness, Captain Morgan, CloseUp, TV3, British Council, and sponsored by Telecel, connecting energies.