Also known as: Nikoletta Samonas
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… In an interview with Nikki Samonas on Joy Prime’s show Changes, Lade shared her musical journey under the theme “Making A Viral Hit Across Borders.” According to Lade, she does not make music just to chase trends or go viral. …
My music is a true reflection of who I am – Nigerian singer LadéJoy Online
… In an interview on Joy Prime’s show Changes, the musician told host Nikki Samonas that he wishes to be a woman in his next life so that he can experience childbirth. …
I wish to experience childbirth; I’m jealous of women – Okyeame KwameJoy Online
… In a recent interview with Nikki Samonas on Joy Prime’s Changes show, he was asked whether he would vote for and advocate for a female party flagbearer to win a presidential contest and take over the government. …
I’ll vote for a female president; women are less likely to steal from the state – Okyeame KwameJoy Online
… In an interview with Nikki Samonas on Joy Prime’s Changes show, Lamptey said winning the recently concluded 2026 Africa Monologue Challenge, which took place in Ghana, made him realise that he is a perfectionist. …
I am a perfectionist – Actor William LampteyJoy Online
… In a recent interview on Joy Prime’s Changes show with Nikki Samonas, Khobby Melo and Happy Celly shared how they met and recounted their first encounter. …
My Bestie and I: How Gen Z partners are redefining courtshipJoy Online
… Recounting her most challenging moment as a young female dancer in an interview on Joy Prime’s Changes show with Nikki Samonas, Rica said that juggling teacher training and dancing became difficult at a point. …
Dancer Rica reveals she nearly quit dancing to focus on schoolJoy Online
… Mr Plange shared his experience in an interview on Joy Prime’s Changes show with Nikki Samonas on Monday, 14 September 2026. …
William Plange recounts healing from depression in forestJoy Online
… I’ve never seen the man before, I’ve never met him before, I’ve never run into him anywhere in my entire life but I’m being tagged that I’m dating him,” she told host Nikki Samonas. …
I’ve never met Julius Debrah – Salma Mumin debunks Afia Schwarzenegger’s claimsJoy Online
… The actress made this revelation in an interview with Nikki Samonas on Joy Prime’s Changes show while explaining the sudden change in her response to social media criticism, noting that she was not always like that. …
Salma Mumin reveals how body enhancement backlash cost her endorsement dealsJoy Online
… During an interview on Joy Prime’s Changes, host Nikki Samonas asked whether she believed women would change the world in the next 10 to 15 years. …
Women could take over the world in 10 to 15 years – Ahuofe PatriGhanaian R&B and Afro-fusion singer Gyakie has revealed that Nigerian-British singer-songwriter Sade is her dream collaborator, citing Sade's love-centred lyrics and vocal tone as qualities she shares and believes would work well together.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian R&B and Afro-fusion singer Gyakie has revealed that Nigerian-British singer-songwriter Sade is her dream collaborator, citing Sade's love-centred lyrics and vocal tone as qualities she shares and believes would work well together.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Grace Akosua Asamoah, who sustained critical injuries and facial disfigurement in a March 15, 2024 road accident that killed six people, says she fears she may never find love and is now focused on healing rather than pursuing a romantic relationship.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Comedian Prince Kwame Amoabeng (Jeneral Ntatia) says he feels stuck with the New Patriotic Party after publicly supporting it during the 2020 general elections, citing the Free Senior High School policy's impact on his youngest sibling's education as his main reason for backing the party.
19 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Comedian Jeneral Ntatia has recounted how his father's death transformed his life and left him carrying family responsibilities as the firstborn son. He described receiving news of his father's critical condition while on national service and rushing home to Osino, where he learned the devastating truth upon arrival.
19 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Rising Ghanaian artist Yaw Wazinga says he is intentionally building his brand as a full lifestyle statement, blending music with fashion and visual identity. He stressed that talent alone is insufficient; consistency, branding, and understanding the music business are essential for relevance.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Akosua Achiaa Sarpong Esq, the 2026 Best Graduating Student of the Ghana School of Law, said she hoped to win an award because of her hard work and dedication, though she did not expect to emerge as the overall best student given the calibre of her classmates. She was drawn to law by the prestige and confidence she observed in lawyers while growing up.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Akosua Achia Sarpong Esq., named the 2026 Overall Best Law Student at the Ghana School of Law, said she was filled with disbelief and gratitude upon learning of the honour, having not expected to emerge as overall best despite hoping to win an award in a specific course category.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Singer Stephanie Benson told Joy Prime's Changes show that building a strong relationship requires intentionality and hard work, not just connection. She advised partners to occasionally "fake it" to keep relationships fun and exciting, and cautioned against rushing into relationships or abandoning them prematurely when boredom sets in.
8 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian rapper Lyrical Joe said he gets inspiration for his music from reggae music, which he has loved since childhood and listens to frequently, as well as from his personal experiences and life stories. He is a Bob Marley fan and draws motivation from observing his own progress and the ups and downs he has been through.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Media personality Kobby Kyei argues that conversations about teenage pregnancy disproportionately blame girls while overlooking the men involved, often older men, who face no consequences. He calls for a broader approach that addresses men's responsibilities and involves intentional raising of boys, rather than focusing solely on girls.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigerian singer Ladé says her music is a true reflection of her personality, experiences, and growth rather than an attempt to chase trends; she credits her viral hit "Adulthood Anthem" and continental success to staying true to her story and connecting emotionally with listeners.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame told Joy Prime's show Changes that he wishes to be a woman in his next life so he can experience childbirth, describing it as a unique and profound ability that he envies in women. He said he would prefer to experience womanhood in a more enlightened society where women don't face current challenges.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Rapper and activist Okyeame Kwame says he would vote for a qualified female presidential candidate, arguing that women are more empathetic and less likely to misuse public funds than men, though he acknowledges this is not universal and some female leaders have been involved in resource misuse.
25 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Actor William Lamptey, winner of the 2026 Africa Monologue Challenge held in Ghana, says the victory has reinforced his belief that he is a perfectionist. He attributes his success partly to two monologues titled "Down Syndrome" and "Truth," which won both judges' and viewers' favour.
24 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kwabena Boafo Larbi and Selorm Nana Ama Obiri, who met at an event in 2024, are sharing their relationship journey on social media under the tag "My Bestie and I," emphasizing companionship, emotional intimacy and genuine friendship as central to modern romance, challenging traditional ideas about dating.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancer Bawa Fuseina Frederica (Rica) of the Dance. Grow. Live Academy nearly quit dancing because juggling teacher training at St. Francis College of Education with performances became difficult, requiring long journeys between the out-of-Accra college and dance events in Accra. She persevered and graduated with a first-class degree.
18 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Humanitarian and Social Impact Advocate William Plange, who survived depression after struggling to find employment despite strong academic performance, has shared how he found healing in a forest while battling the condition. Growing up in Tema with expectations of success after completing school with good grades, Plange sank into depression when he saw peers who had underperformed academically surpass him professionally.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Actress and film producer Salma Mumin has refuted allegations by Afia Schwarzenegger that she was romantically involved with Chief of Staff Julius Debrah. In an interview on Joy Prime's Changes show, Mumin stated she had never met Debrah and denied any romantic relationship with him.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian actress Salma Mumin has revealed that social media backlash following her body enhancement cost her endorsement deals with brands. She explained that she previously maintained silence on criticism but began responding after comments about her body enhancement damaged her reputation and relationships.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Actress Priscilla Opoku (Ahuofe Patri) stated that women could take on greater leadership and influence globally within 10 to 15 years, noting that women are already making significant progress across sectors and should be encouraged to pursue leadership roles, particularly in underrepresented industries.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Media personality Tima Kumkum has confirmed she is separated from her husband, Dominic Duodu, and that their divorce is currently before the court. The couple have not lived together since 1 April 2025, and Kumkum describes herself as "partially single" pending the divorce.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Adom TV presenter Cynthia Tima Yeboah has disclosed that she has been the only caretaker of her children for 14 years, covering school fees, shelter, and clothing entirely on her own while her ex-husband was uninvolved, describing the financial strain on her own home construction plans.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A 23-year-old recounted how a school refused to admit him to junior high after primary education, citing his changed physical appearance and telling his father to enroll him in a disability school instead, preventing him from continuing his educational journey.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian media personality and actress Nikki Samonas has taken over as host of Joy Prime's afternoon lifestyle and entertainment show, Changes. With nearly two decades in Ghana's entertainment industry, Samonas said she is excited about the role and described television as a natural extension of her career while maintaining that acting remains her primary strength.
18 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Movie stars, musicians, and fans gathered at a one-week remembrance vigil for late actress and entrepreneur Beverly Ama Afaglo-Baah in Tema on Saturday, May 30, 2026, to celebrate her legacy and offer condolences to her grieving family and industry colleagues.
1 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
A one-week vigil for late actress and entrepreneur Beverly Ama Afaglo-Baah was held at an events centre in Tema on Saturday, May 30, 2026, drawing a large attendance of movie stars, musicians, and fans to celebrate her legacy and support her grieving husband, Eugene Baah.
31 May 2026 · Joy Online →