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  • Nollywood veteran actor Pa Zulu Adigwe reportedly passed away

    Nollywood veteran actor Pa Zulu Adigwe reportedly passed away

    Reports reaching Kobbyjosvan.com confirm that, the veteran Nollywood actor Pa Zulu Adigwe has passed away.

    Movie producer Stanley Nwoke, also known as Stanley Ontop, shared the news on Instagram.

    Adigwe’s cause of death was not disclosed by the producer, using his Instagram handle, he wrote: “I regret to announce the passing of a veteran actor. Late Mr Zulu Adigwe… what caused his death is yet to be known”.

    The Nigerian film industry is left with a void following the passing of Pa Zulu Adigwe. In addition to the recently deceased Junior Pope, a number of other Nollywood actors have also passed away this year.

  • The music industry lacks structures to reward veterans – Wendy Shay

    The music industry lacks structures to reward veterans – Wendy Shay

    The lack of proper systems to recognise and compensate seasoned musicians is a serious problem facing the nation’s music industry, as noted singer Wendy Shay of Ghana has brought attention to.

    The Afrobeat phenomenon highlighted the need for a system that acknowledges the priceless contributions of seasoned musicians who have cleared the path for the expansion of the industry.

    According to the hitmaker of “African Money,” Ghana’s music industry lacks mechanisms to recognise and honour artists who have made significant contributions to the expansion and advancement of the music landscape.

    In response to a question regarding her visit with K.K. Kabobo, who is currently suffering from liver disease, the well-known singer made these remarks. She said that K.K. Kabobo would have been okay if he had benefited from the advantages and opportunities that the musicians of today have.

    “There was a little bit of a heartbreak to see our legends go through these kinds of states because I feel there is no structure in the industry that is paying musicians who have paid their dues.

    “Imagine if at that time they had what we are enjoying today, I think they would have been fine because he had monster hit songs. And it’s just sad that we are now catching up,” she said in an interview on TV3’s New Day, March 8.

    Wendy, who gave money to K.K. Kabobo a few days ago, expressed her displeasure with the state of affairs and demanded a practical solution.

    Meanwhile, Wendy Shay has released a single titled ‘Holy Father’ featuring Reggae dancehall musician, Ras Kuuku. Check it out and enjoy! The song is currently available for streaming on all digital music platforms.

  • “I am worthy of celebration; I do not need it” – Amandzeba

    “I am worthy of celebration; I do not need it” – Amandzeba

    According to Ghanaian Highlife musician Amandzeba, he is aware of the impact he has made, so he is not concerned about the lack of recognition and celebration for his work.

    The seasoned Highlife musician, renowned for his heartfelt songs and enduring contributions to the Ghanaian music scene, emphasised the significance of pursuing one’s passion and finding personal fulfilment.

    The crooner’s viewpoint refutes the widely held belief that recognition from others or public festivities are the only ways to measure success.

    Regarding the influence his music has had, the “Kpalogo Y3de” hitmaker claimed that he feels honoured when people tell him they enjoy his music.

    “People don’t necessarily have to celebrate you to know that you are doing well. I have had this conviction that I am celebrated when people tell me they love my music. I know I have done great songs and if people praise me for it, it is enough celebration.

    “This is a country where Dr Kwame Nkrumah was overthrown after all he did for Ghana. Anything good that comes from this country will not be celebrated well so I take consolation from the fact that I am not doing music to be celebrated,” he said in an interview with Daily Graphic.

    “So don’t feel bad as a musician that Ghana does not celebrate you. When you believe in yourself and the product you have, people will love you for it,” he added.

    Amandzeba utilises One Ghana, a location on Spintex Road, to provide young artists with a platform to showcase their live performances and Highlife music.

    Some of his songs, including Toffee, Aso, Medo, Kotosa, and Deeba, have won him multiple accolades from various organisations.

    He said that because he performs traditional songs with a contemporary feel, he sees himself as the bridge that connects the living and the dead as well as the ancient and modern.