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Ghanaian Gospel Icon ‘KODA’ Passes Away at 45

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April 22, 2024

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Ghanaian gospel musician Kofi Owusu Dua Anto, widely known as KODA, has sadly passed away at the age of 45 after battling a short illness. The news was confirmed by Metro TV and has led to an outpouring of condolences and tributes from fans and fellow musicians.

KODA was a prominent figure in the Ghanaian gospel scene, known for his soulful voice, infectious enthusiasm, and the messages of hope and perseverance embedded in his music. Born on December 15, 1978, in Takoradi, he began his musical journey at a very young age. His mother enrolled him in a music class when he was just 10 years old, which helped him develop his skills on the guitar. He went to Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) where he became the mass choir director of the university.

KODA was also the music director and instrumentalist of the “Music Wing of Baptist Students Union”, “KNUST’s Simply Jazz Crew”, “God’s Instruments” and a leading member of “Da Project” which was a legendary Ghanaian contemporary gospel group then. After tertiary education, he co-wrote, mixed, mastered and produced the exceptional album, Awurade Ei for KNUST’s “God’s Instruments” at KODED studios, Takoradi, Ghana. The album received massive recognition in the country. It had great hits such as “Awurade Ei” (“Se Woma Wonsa Soa”), “Tumi” and “Onyame” Ye D’awase”.

Throughout his career, KODA worked with many gospel artists both in Ghana and internationally. He was not only a singer but also a songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist. His contributions to the gospel music scene earned him numerous accolades, including the Africa Gospel Music Awards Producer of the Year in 2014 and nominations for the Christian Community Music Awards Song with a Cause in 2013 and the Africa Gospel Music Awards Producer of the Year in 2012.

KODA released several albums, including:

“Nyame Beye” (God will do it) in 2006
“Waye Wie” (He’s done it) in 2008
“My Passion – Christian Jazz”
“Joy – Christian Jazz” in 2008
“Black & White” in 2013
“Oxygen” in 2016
“Hosanna” in 2018
His most recent album, “Keteke,” released in January 2021, was a critical and commercial success.

The news of KODA’s passing has left a void in the hearts of his fans and the music industry. He will be remembered for his talent, passion, and the impact he made through his music.

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Skip Bayless reportedly accused of offering Fox Sports employee $1.5M for sex

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January 6, 2025

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Skip Bayless, known for his role as a sports commentator, has been named in a lawsuit where he’s accused of offering a former Fox Sports hairstylist, Noushin Faraji, $1.5 million to have sex with him.

The lawsuit also includes allegations of inappropriate physical contact and creating a hostile work environment over several years.

This legal action was filed in Los Angeles, with the plaintiff seeking unspecified damages from Bayless, Fox Sports, and Fox Corporation.

The accusations span from 2017 until last year, detailing incidents including “lingering hugs,” kisses on the cheek, and comments about changing her life if she complied with his advances.

Fox Sports has stated they take the allegations seriously but have no further comment due to the pending litigation. The lawsuit also names other Fox Sports personalities and executives in related claims of workplace misconduct.

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How it all started; Honoring the visionaries who birthed Supreme Masquerade Club in ‘Founders Day’ Celebration

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January 6, 2025

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Exactly 25 years ago, a group of men met and decided to establish a masquerade club.

Today, we celebrate the visionaries who founded the Supreme Masqueraders Club, paving the way for the legacy we have today.

This was made possible by; Abuma Boateng, Alfred Ankomah, Kojo Owusu, Christopher Forson.

A heartfelt thank you to our all current and past executives, members, tailors and bandsmen whose dedication and passion have made us Ghana’s biggest masquerade club.

Together, we honor the past, embrace the present, and continue to build a brighter future.

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The Rock and John Cena are now both officially confirmed for #WWERAW debut on Netflix

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January 5, 2025

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The WWE Raw debut on Netflix is shaping up to be a historic event with confirmed appearances by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and John Cena.

The Rock has confirmed his participation for the debut episode of Raw on Netflix happening on January 6, 2025. The Rock has taken to social media to announce his return, emphasizing his dedication to his Samoan heritage and his family’s legacy in wrestling.

His involvement includes a promo segment, which suggests WWE is planning to leverage his star power to make a significant impact on the show’s new platform.

John Cena will kick off his farewell tour with this episode, marking it as a pivotal moment in his career. Cena has been vocal about not missing this “history-making day” for WWE, highlighting his pride in the merger between WWE and Netflix. He is scheduled to appear and cut a promo to hype his retirement tour.

This debut episode is not only a shift from traditional television to streaming but is also being treated with the magnitude of a Premium Live Event, featuring key matches and appearances by other wrestling legends like Hulk Hogan, indicating WWE’s intention to make a strong impression with its new streaming deal.

The anticipation around these appearances underscores WWE’s strategy to attract both long-time fans and new viewers to the Netflix platform, promising a memorable start to Raw’s new era.