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Diana Antwi Hamilton

Also known as: Gospel Minister, Diana Hamilton

Ghanaian gospel musician who won Best Gospel Artiste of the Year at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards and serves as brand ambassador for Onga Tomato Mix.

2026-04-282026-10-07

In coverage

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … The Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song category featured strong competition from notable gospel acts including Ewura Abena with Ebefa, Diana Hamilton featuring Ntokozo Mbambo and Elder Mireku on Aha Ye (The Good Place), Ready by Scott Evans, Stamina by Kofi Karikari, and Yehoda …

    Kofi Owusu Peprah dedicates TGMA award to late father, Rev. George Owusu Mensah
  3. Daily Guide

    Black Sherif Black Sherif was crowned Artiste of the Year at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards after beating competition from Medikal, Stonebwoy, Wendy Shay, Sarkodie and Diana Hamilton. …

    Black Sherif Is 2026 TGMA Artiste Of The Year
  4. Joy Online

    … r (Iron Boy) Songwriter of the Year (Sacrifice) Best Hiphop Song (Where Dem Boys) Best Afropop Song (Sacrifice) To secure the crown, the Konongo Zongo native also had to outshine a formidable field of nominees, including Medikal, Stonebwoy, Wendy Shay, Sarkodie and Diana Hamilton …

    Black Sherif crowned Artiste of the Year again at 2027 TGMAs
  5. Joy Online

    Diana Hamilton, the powerhouse of contemporary African gospel, has been crowned the Best Gospel Artiste of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). …

    Diana Hamilton reclaims throne as Best Gospel Artiste of the Year at 27th TGMAs
  6. Joy Online

    … Eighth is Diana Hamilton. The gospel queen who completed the breakthrough Joe Mettle started. …

    26 editions, 10 names; Ranking the longest Artiste of the Year nomination streaks in TGMA history
  7. Daily Guide

    Diana Hamilton The world came to Ghana on May 1, to experience another spirit-filled Christian worship at the Katon Praise 2026 held at the Ghud Park in Accra. …

    Diana Hamilton, Sinach, Phil Thomson Take On Katon Praise
  8. Joy Online

    … Wendy Shay is nominated alongside Medikal, Black Sherif, Diana Hamilton, Stonebwoy, and Sarkodie in the Artiste of the Year category. …

    It will be a beautiful story if Wendy Shay wins TGMA Artiste of the Year – Reggie Rockstone
  9. April 2026
  10. Joy Online

    … Diana Hamilton’s inclusion feels more like a late addition than a central storyline. …

    27th TGMA: Hits, heat and hard truths
  11. Daily Guide

    Diana Hamilton exchanging pleasantries with the Chief of Staff while Apostle Eric Kwabena Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost looks on Celebrated gospel minister, Diana Antwi Hamilton, made last Sunday a memorable day as she staged a surprise performance at the Lovereig …

    Diana Hamilton Stages Surprise Performance At Lovereign Bible Church
Culture

Piesie Esther says TGMA row hasn't damaged Diana Hamilton bond

The News

Gospel musician Piesie Esther has clarified that the 2026 TGMA nomination controversy—in which her fans and some media figures criticized the awards scheme for choosing Diana Hamilton over her for the Artiste of the Year category—has not affected her relationship with Diana Hamilton. Piesie acknowledged she was disappointed at missing the nomination and found some social media commentary frightening, but stressed a rift between them is "not possible."

13 hours ago · The Chronicle →

Today

  1. Piesie Esther says TGMA row hasn't damaged Diana Hamilton bond

    Gospel musician Piesie Esther has clarified that the 2026 TGMA nomination controversy—in which her fans and some media figures criticized the awards scheme for choosing Diana Hamilton over her for the Artiste of the Year category—has not affected her relationship with Diana Hamilton. Piesie acknowledged she was disappointed at missing the nomination and found some social media commentary frightening, but stressed a rift between them is "not possible."

    13 hours ago · The Chronicle →

Yesterday

  1. Piesie Esther says TGMA row did not hurt ties with Diana Hamilton

    Gospel musician Piesie Esther says the 2026 TGMA controversy over Artiste of the Year nominations has not affected her relationship with fellow gospel artist Diana Hamilton, though she acknowledged disappointment at missing the category and distress over fan comments on social media.

    6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

  1. Diana Hamilton, Shatta Wale compete for GMA-UK awards

    Diana Hamilton has secured nine nominations at the 9th Taabea Ghana Music Awards UK, jointly second-most after Stonebwoy's ten, and will compete against Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy for Artiste of the Year among other major categories.

    11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Diana Hamilton says stage fright affects her before performances

    Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Hamilton has revealed that she experiences stage fright before major performances, including at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards. She attributed her perceived composure and presence to focusing on instrumental loops during performances rather than natural confidence.

    2 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Gospel musician Diana Hamilton experiences stage fright before performances

    Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Hamilton has revealed she experiences stage fright despite her acclaimed performances at major events, recounting occasions when she felt physically unwell before performing. She explained that what audiences perceive as her composure and stage presence results from focusing on instrumental loops to maintain her performance.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 21 August

  1. Diana Hamilton appointed Onga Tomato Mix brand ambassador

    Promasidor Ghana has appointed gospel musician Diana Antwi Hamilton as Brand Ambassador for Onga Tomato Mix, a new product formulated to add flavour and texture to local dishes and enriched with fibre, vitamins and zinc.

    21 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Promasidor Ghana launches Onga Mix Tomato Paste product

    Promasidor Ghana has unveiled Onga Mix Tomato Paste, developed to suit Ghanaian consumer preferences for texture, thickness, and quality. Gospel musician Diana Hamilton has been named the brand ambassador for Onga.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Photographer prioritizes legacy over appearance in portrait work

    Dennis Temituro, founder of Comme Lab, says his philosophy is to "photograph legacy, not just looks" and aims to maintain a signature visual language that adapts to briefs while protecting brands and reputations. He emphasizes professionalism, flexibility, and emotional presence in celebrity photography.

    19 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Promasidor Ghana launches Onga Tomato Mix with Diana Antwi Hamilton

    Promasidor Ghana has unveiled the Onga Tomato Mix and named award-winning gospel musician Diana Antwi Hamilton as brand ambassador. The company says the product was developed with the Ghanaian consumer at its heart to distinguish itself in the competitive market.

    18 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Diana Hamilton credits God after health scare, releases worship song

    Gospel music star Diana Antwi Hamilton underwent surgery on May 27 after doctors discovered appendix issues and a suspected cancer diagnosis; after three weeks of testing confirmed she did not have cancer, she released a worship single titled 'Nyame Bambofo' (God the Protector) to celebrate her recovery.

    18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 10 August

  1. Piesie Esther wins Gospel Song of the Year at GMA-USA

    Gospel musician Piesie Esther won the Gospel Song of the Year award at the 2026 Ghana Music Awards-USA held in New Jersey for her song 'Nyame Ye'. She expressed gratitude to her supporters and pledged to deliver more worship songs in coming years.

    10 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Nana Adjoa Lovia to host Ghana Music Awards Europe red carpet

    Ghanaian actress and producer Nana Adjoa Lovia has been named official red carpet host for the 2026 Ghana Music Awards Europe, scheduled for September 12, 2026, in Düsseldorf, Germany, with a "Classic" dress code.

    4 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 3 August

  1. Diana Hamilton releases worship single 'Nyame Banbofo'

    Gospel musician Diana Hamilton has released the official video for 'Nyame Banbofo' (God the Protector), a worship song celebrating God's protection and faithfulness. The single is the first release from her upcoming album and is available on major digital streaming platforms.

    3 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 27 July

  1. Pastor Kusi praises Diana Hamilton's worship ministry at conference

    Gospel minister Diana Hamilton led worshippers at the 'Signs and Tokens Conference' at Power Chapel Worldwide in Kumasi, with Pastor Victor Kusi Boateng expressing admiration for her ministry, calling her "an outstanding minister" and saying she is "in a class of your own."

    27 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 6 July

  1. Diana Hamilton performs at Kumasi Evangel Choir anniversary

    Gospel minister Diana Hamilton performed at the Kumasi Evangel Choir's 14th anniversary celebration, dubbed "Total Praise," held at Higher Life Chapel Assemblies of God in Sokoban. She received an honorary award from the choir for her dedication to God's ministry.

    6 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 25 May

  1. Diana Hamilton emphasizes seeking permission for other artists' songs

    Award-winning gospel musician Diana Hamilton has stressed the importance of obtaining permission before performing or reproducing songs by other artists, citing instances where she sought approval from original songwriters before using their work.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Gospel artiste Diana Hamilton announces Columbus concert October 2026

    Reigning TGMA Gospel Artiste of the Year Diana Hamilton will stage "The Experience" concert in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The concert follows the success of the Ghana edition and will feature worship, praise, and fellowship, though supporting artistes have not yet been announced.

    20 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 14 May

  1. TGMA 27 awards ceremony showcases Ghana's music industry glamour

    The 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, held at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre, delivered glamour, music, fashion and performances. The red carpet theme "A Touch of Glitter" saw attendees in sequins, velvet, feathers, metallic suits and reflective outfits that prompted widespread social media commentary.

    14 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Diana Hamilton praised for standout performance at 27th TGMA

    Gospel minister Diana Hamilton received positive reviews for her spirit-filled performance at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, where she performed five of her hit songs and won Best Gospel Artiste of the Year. Content creators and viewers highlighted her live band performance and costume coordination as standout moments of the night.

    12 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 11 May

  1. Telecel marks 15 years as TGMA headline sponsor

    Telecel celebrated its 15-year tenure as headline sponsor of the Ghana Music Awards at the 27th edition, where Black Sherif won Artiste of the Year, Medikal's "Shoulder" won Most Popular Song, and Daddy Lumba received a lifetime achievement honour. The partnership, which began under Vodafone in 2011 and continued through Telecel's 2024 rebrand, has expanded TGMA into regional concerts, schools initiatives, and contributed to Ghana's creative arts sector growth.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Gospel musician Kofi Owusu Peprah wins TGMA award, honors late father

    Award-winning Ghanaian gospel musician Kofi Owusu Peprah won the Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song of the Year award at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards for his hit song Big God Afro, which he dedicated to the memory of his late father, Rev. George Owusu Mensah.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Black Sherif wins 2026 TGMA Artiste of the Year award

    Black Sherif was crowned Artiste of the Year at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards, also winning Album of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Hip-Hop Song of the Year, and Best Afropop Song. The award recognised his strong run over the past year, driven largely by the success of his album Iron Boy, marking his second Artist of the Year title at the TGMAs after winning in 2023.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 10 May

  1. Black Sherif wins Artiste of Year award at 2027 TGMAs

    Black Sherif was crowned Artiste of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards on 9 May 2026, marking his second time winning the industry's highest honour. The 24-year-old won five awards total, including Album/EP of the Year for Iron Boy, and outpaced competitors including Medikal, Stonebwoy, and Sarkodie.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Diana Hamilton wins Best Gospel Artiste at 27th TGMA

    Diana Hamilton has been crowned Best Gospel Artiste of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards held on 9 May 2026 in Accra. Industry analysts attribute her victory largely to the success of her hit single 'Aha Ye (The Good Place)', featuring Ntokozo Mbambo and Elder Mireku.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 9 May

  1. Sarkodie holds record with 11-year TGMA Artiste of Year nomination streak

    Across 26 TGMA editions since 2000, only ten artists have maintained long Artiste of the Year nomination streaks. Sarkodie leads with eleven consecutive nominations from the 15th edition in 2014 through the 25th edition in 2024, before his name was left off the 26th edition shortlist in 2025.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 4 May

  1. Gospel stars perform at Katon Praise 2026 event in Accra

    Gospel ministers including Diana Hamilton, Sinach, Phil Thompson, and Joe Mettle performed at the free Katon Praise 2026 event held at Ghud Park in Accra on May 1, which aimed to unite Christians worldwide through spirit-led praise.

    4 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 3 May

  1. Reggie Rockstone backs Wendy Shay for TGMA Artiste of the Year

    Hiplife pioneer Reggie Rockstone has endorsed Wendy Shay's bid for the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards' Artiste of the Year award, saying it would be "a beautiful story" if she won, though he acknowledged other nominees like Medikal are also deserving.

    3 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. 27th Ghana Music Awards navigates venue downsizing amid industry scrutiny

    The 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, regarded as Ghana's most prestigious music honour, faces logistical challenges this year after being moved from its traditional Grand Arena home due to AICC premises issues, resulting in the smallest venue the event has used in years and prompting late-stage public concerns from organisers.

    29 April 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Gospel singer Diana Hamilton performs surprise visit at Lovereign Bible Church

    Celebrated gospel minister Diana Hamilton staged a surprise performance at Lovereign Bible Church, where she met head pastor John Winfred, founder of the Young Ministers Network International. The meeting came after a viral video showed Pastor Winfred singing Hamilton's songs.

    28 April 2026 · Daily Guide →

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