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Black Sherif's new project completed, submitted for release
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Producer Joker Nharnah has completed work on a new music project by Black Sherif and submitted it to his management for release this year.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
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Friday, 10 July 2026
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Doreen Avio
Broadcaster and journalist working on Daybreak Hitz and Joy Prime TV, appointed PRO for Ghana Music Awards UK and co-leading Scarlett Unveiled film project.
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- July 2026
Joy Online
… So you guys should expect,” he told the hosts Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio. Joker further revealed that Black Sherif’s new anthology is expected to be released this year. …
Black Sherif’s new project ready, submitted to management for release – Joker NharnahJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview with Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio on Daybreak Hitz, Joker Nharnah said he is already involved in the yet-to-be-released project by the award-winning Ghanaian artiste. …
I’ve submitted songs for Black Sherif’s new project — Joker NharnahJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview on Daybreak Hitz with Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio, the outspoken pastor said members of his church usually follow his guidance whenever he takes a position on an issue. …
Pastors have more power to influence voters than politicians – KumchachaJoy Online
… Speaking to Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio on Daybreak Hitz, he described the government as one that is delivering good governance. …
I voted for NDC; I like everything about Mahama – Kumchacha- June 2026
Joy Online
… Speaking to Doreen Avio and Kwame Dadzie on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz while promoting her new singles, Wura and Money, the singer said she expects a man to be financially stable, although she is capable of taking care of herself. …
I’m not lowering my standards for any man – Itz TiffanyJoy Online
… The singer made the disclosure during an interview with Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz, explaining that the relationship developed after the song had been released. …
I dated my best friend after releasing ‘Bestie’ – Abochi revealsJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview with Ghanaian media personality Doreen Avio on the sidelines of the 2026 Ghana Movie Awards, Effiong commended Kate Henshaw for her performance and professionalism during the shoot. …
“It was beautiful” – Daniel Etim Effiong reflects on intimate scene with Kate Henshaw in ‘Blood Sisters’Joy Online
… Speaking in a light-hearted conversation with Ghanaian media personality Doreen Avio on the sidelines of the 2026 Ghana Movie Awards, the actor laughed off his character’s death in the series, turning it into a humorous exchange during the interview. …
“They couldn’t afford me, they had to kill me off” – Deyemi Okanlawon jokes about ‘Blood Sisters’ exitJoy Online
… Speaking to Doreen Avio on Daybreak Hitz on Hitz FM, the entertainer stressed that his concerns are rooted in the everyday experiences of Nigerians, including economic hardship and insecurity. …
‘Celebrity status is not immunity’ — Nasboi speaks on hardship and insecurity in NigeriaJoy Online
… Speaking on Daybreak Hitz on Hitz FM, the musician, comedian, actor and content creator explained to Doreen Avio why he recently released a video calling out blog platforms, a move that has sparked debate online. …
Bloggers must focus on real issues, not sensationalism – Nasboi
Yesterday
Black Sherif's new project completed, submitted for release
Producer Joker Nharnah has completed work on a new music project by Black Sherif and submitted it to his management for release this year.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Producer Joker Nharnah submits songs for Black Sherif project
Ghanaian producer Joker Nharnah has submitted songs for a new Black Sherif project expected later this year. Nharnah, a frequent collaborator with Black Sherif, has produced several of the artiste's biggest songs including Kwaku The Traveller and Soja.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Tuesday 7 July
Religious leaders wield more electoral influence than politicians—Kumchacha
Prophet Kumchacha says pastors have greater power to determine election outcomes than politicians because church members follow their guidance. He claims he mobilised 70 pastors to support President John Dramani Mahama during the 2024 general election campaign.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 6 July
Prophet Kumchacha praises Mahama, touts economic improvements
Prophet Nicholas Osei (Kumchacha) has endorsed President John Mahama and the NDC government, saying he voted for them in 2024 and praising what he describes as improved governance and economic conditions including lower inflation, treasury bills, and fuel prices.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 30 June
Itz Tiffany insists on standards, expects partner to add value
Ghanaian artiste Itz Tiffany says she will not lower her standards for any man and expects a partner to be financially stable and contribute meaningfully to the relationship. She emphasized she can take care of herself and wants a partner who can match her efforts rather than one who does nothing.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 25 June
Singer Abochi dated best friend after releasing "Bestie" song
Ghanaian singer Abochi revealed that his female best friend contacted him after hearing his 2019 hit song "Bestie," which was based on his real-life experience of developing romantic feelings for her. They dated for six months but ended the relationship, realizing they were better as friends, which later inspired his song "Prison Break" about leaving a toxic relationship.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 22 June
Nigerian actor Effiong reflects on intimate scene with Henshaw in Blood Sisters
Actor Daniel Etim Effiong has discussed filming an intimate scene with actress Kate Henshaw in the Netflix series Blood Sisters, describing it as professional and well-executed. Effiong explained that he approached the performance as a professional actor following the script, with his character's emotional turbulence stemming from his friend's death.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigerian actor Okanlawon jokes about Blood Sisters exit
Nigerian actor Deyemi Okanlawon humorously attributed his early exit from Netflix's Blood Sisters to high fees, joking that the production "had to kill me off" because they could not afford him. His character's death at the beginning of the series sets off the chain of events that drives the rest of the drama.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 3 June
Nigerian entertainer Nasboi says celebrity status offers no immunity from hardship
Nasboi told Hitz FM that he is affected by the same economic hardship and insecurity as ordinary Nigerians, stressing that his public profile does not shield him from the country's struggles including price hikes and kidnapping risks.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Nasboi urges bloggers to prioritise real issues over sensationalism
Nigerian entertainer Nasboi has criticised bloggers for amplifying trivial stories and celebrity gossip while giving less attention to serious national concerns like kidnappings. He questioned why bloggers prioritise divorce stories and sensational headlines over real-life issues, and urged them to use their platforms more wisely and intentionally.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Saturday 30 May
Hitz FM's Rep Ur Jersey festival celebrates football at Aviation Social Centre
Hitz FM's annual Rep Ur Jersey event is underway at Accra's Aviation Social Centre, bringing together football enthusiasts and supporters to celebrate fandom through jersey displays, live music, games, and fan engagement activities. The event will also feature a live broadcast of the UEFA Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal.
30 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 25 May
Over 300 actors audition for 'Scarlett Unveiled' film
More than 300 actors auditioned for Scarlett Unveiled, a Ghanaian feature film led by filmmaker Big Ghun and broadcaster Doreen Avio, in a 16-hour session on May 23, 2026. The film is based on the true story of a living individual and will blend film, literature, music and youth engagement.
25 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 14 May
Big Ghun and Doreen Avio launch Scarlett Unveiled film auditions
Award-winning filmmaker Big Ghun and media personality Doreen Avio will open auditions for their feature film Scarlett Unveiled on May 23, 2026, at MCB Studios in Lapaz Tabora, inviting actors of all ages to participate. The project is supported by the Embassy of Switzerland in Ghana and Woodin textile brand.
14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Big Ghun, Doreen Avio audition Scarlett Unveiled film in May
Award-winning filmmaker Big Ghun and producer Doreen Avio will hold auditions for their feature film Scarlett Unveiled on May 23, 2026, at MCB Studios in Lapaz, inviting actors of all ages to participate in what they describe as an ambitious Ghanaian cinema project supported by the Embassy of Switzerland.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 1 May
Doreen Avio appointed PRO for Ghana Music Awards UK
Seasoned journalist and brand communication executive Doreen Avio has been appointed Public Relations Officer for Ghana Music Awards UK ahead of the organisation's 10th anniversary in 2026. In the role, she will lead the communication strategy and strengthen GMA UK's global visibility across the UK and other key markets.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Nana Asamoah: promoting highlife abroad is very difficult
Germany-based highlife musician Nana Asamoah says promoting the genre while living outside Ghana is challenging, citing the difficulty of staying connected to highlife's cultural roots and audience while far from home.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 30 April
Ghana Music Awards UK appoints Doreen Avio as PR officer
The Ghana Music Awards UK has appointed media personality Doreen Avio as its Public Relations Officer, timed with the scheme's 10th anniversary this year. Avio, a journalist and broadcaster currently working on Daybreak Hitz and Joy Prime TV, is expected to strengthen the organisation's communication strategy and global visibility.
30 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tuesday 28 April
AMOFEST 2026 launched to promote highlife and cultural exchange
The fourth edition of the International AMOFEST has been officially launched in Accra, positioning itself as a platform connecting Africa with the rest of the world through music, culture, and artistic collaboration, with a central focus on reviving and promoting Ghana's highlife music tradition.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Gospel musician Yaw Siki receives monthly support since 2017
Ghanaian gospel musician Yaw Siki says he has been receiving monthly financial support and annual rent payments from someone since 2017, viewing this as God's provision for his work in gospel ministry and prayer. He does not currently do other paid work and does not attend church but communes with God at home.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Hip hop music influenced smoking habit, Yaw Siki says
Hiplife musician turned evangelist Yaw Siki has attributed his curiosity about cigarettes and weed to hip hop music culture, saying most of the artists he admired rapped about weed. He became born again about 13 years ago following a motor accident and now restricts his children to Christian or clean content.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Sunday 26 April
Hitz FM launches 'My Hustle' programme for young entrepreneurs
Hitz FM held the maiden edition of 'My Hustle', a youth entrepreneurship conversation featuring four business professionals and eight young entrepreneurs who shared success stories and business tips. The quarterly radio and television programme, themed "Building Smart Businesses, Growing Strong," aims to empower young business people and connect entrepreneurs with mentors and industry professionals.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →