From IShowSpeed embracing his Ghanaian heritage to courtroom clashes and culture-shaping conversations, here are the top entertainment stories in Ghana you shouldn’t miss this week.
From viral celebrity moments to courtroom drama and relationship debates, Ghana’s entertainment space was buzzing throughout the final week of January.
If you missed the biggest talking points shaping conversations online and offline, here’s a quick catch-up on the top five entertainment stories that made headlines this week.
1. IShowSpeed reveals personal Ghanaian roots
American YouTube star and livestream sensation IShowSpeed surprised fans during a broadcast from Ghana by declaring, “I’m back home, my mother is actually Ghanaian.” The revelation came as part of his live-streamed “Speed Does Africa” tour, which has drawn global attention for its cultural interactions and celebrations of African life.
READ MORE: ‘I’m back home; My mother is actually Ghanaian’- Ishowspeed reveals during his livestream in Ghana
2. Ghana approves IShowSpeed’s passport
Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has officially approved the issuance of a Ghanaian passport to Darren Watkins Jr. (IShowSpeed) after confirming his strong ties to the country. The government praised his positive portrayal of Ghana and Africa on the world stage.
READ MORE: Foreign Affairs Ministry approves Ghanaian passport for IShowSpeed – Ablakwa
3. Maame Pinamang seeks widowhood rites after Yaw Sarpong’s death
Maame Pinamang, the ex-wife of the late gospel music legend Yaw Sarpong, has pleaded with the late singer’s family for permission to perform traditional widowhood rites. Her appeal, shared in a video on social media, has led to visible emotional scenes and renewed debate within the music community.
READ MORE: Yaw Sarpong’s ex-wife Maame Pinamang pleads to be allowed to perform widowhood rites
4. Ground Up Chale drags Kwesi Arthur to court
Music label Ground Up Chale and its founder Glen Boateng have filed a High Court suit against rapper Kwesi Arthur, seeking GH¢10 million in damages. The case centres around alleged defamatory comments made by the artist on social media that reportedly harmed the label’s reputation, reigniting discussions around artist-label relationships in Ghana’s music industry. (Pulse Ghana)
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READ MORE: Ground Up, Glen Boateng drag Kwesi Arthur to court, demand GH¢10m damages
5. Wode Maya advises young couples on marriage
Famed Ghanaian content creator Wode Maya has gone viral with an unusual piece of advice for young couples, suggesting they reconsider attending marriage counselling. His comments have sparked conversations online about relationship support, modern marriage expectations and the role of traditional solutions versus formal counselling. (Pulse Ghana)
READ MORE: ‘Don’t go for marriage counselling’ – Wode Maya advises young couples
