The nominations for the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA 2027)—often referred to as TGMA 2027—were unveiled on March 14, 2026, in a staggered rollout across official channels and media partners like TV3 Ghana, Ameyaw TV, and GhanaWeb. The event highlights Ghana’s vibrant music scene, with several top artists earning multiple nods.

Black Sherif and Sarkodie are indeed in tight races across key categories, particularly in hip-hop/hiplife, Afropop, and song-related awards.

Black Sheriff secured at least 3 nominations (with buzz suggesting strong contention in major ones like Artiste of the Year or Song categories), while Sarkodie features prominently in collaborations, hiplife/hip-hop, and features.

Some highlighted TGMA categories where they compete or appear, based on recent announcements:

• Best Hiplife/Hip-Hop Artiste (or similar hip-hop focused):
  Nominees include Black Sherif, Sarkodie, AMG Medikal, Kweku Smoke, Kojo Cue, and O’Kenneth (strong competition here, with both Black Sherif and Sarkodie as heavyweights).
• Best Afropop Song:
  • Black Sherif – “Sacrifice”
  • Stonebwoy – “Gidi Gidi”
  • Olivetheboy ft. Sarkodie – “Bend”
  • Others like Gyakie – “Sankofa”, Lasmid – “Olivia”
    (This is a tight melodic race, with Sarkodie’s feature on “Bend” putting him in direct contention against Black Sherif’s solo track.)

Other notable categories with mentions or related buzz:

• Best Hip-Hop Song — Features tracks from the scene, likely including entries from Black Sherif and Sarkodie collaborators.
• Collaboration of the Year — Sarkodie appears in multiple features (e.g., with Olivetheboy, Kojo Blak, Kweku Smoke).
• Record of the Year, Most Popular Song, Album/EP of the Year, and Ultimate Artiste of the Year (Big Five) — Black Sherif is frequently called a frontrunner in predictions, with Sarkodie also in strong contention based on fan and media reactions.

Fans are actively discussing the lists on social media, with some noting surprises (e.g., questions about certain artists’ inclusions or absences like Shatta Wale in early reactions).

Meanwhile Kojo Blak and others lead in some counts with up to 4 nominations, but Black Sherif and Sarkodie remain central in the hip-hop/Afrobeats conversations.

Full list of nominees can be found on the official @GhMusicAwards on X

https://twitter.com/ghmusicawards?s=21

Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake (real name Ahmed Ololade, also known as Mr. Money) has been in Saudi Arabia performing Umrah during the final days of Ramadan 2026.

This appears to be a recurring spiritual tradition for him—he’s now spent the last 10 days of Ramadan in the holy land for the second consecutive year, fulfilling a childhood dream he once said was held back only by financial constraints.

With his success, he’s making it a reality, arriving dressed in ihram (the traditional white garments for pilgrimage) and sharing moments of devotion.

Key highlights from recent reports and Asake posts:

• • He arrived in Medina and Mecca, performing prayers at sacred sites like Raudhatul Jannah (a highly revered area in Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, often called the “Garden of Paradise”) and at Masjid al-Haram near the Kaaba.
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  • Videos and photos show him touching the Kaaba, reciting Qur’an, praying intensely (including emotional moments), and engaging in rituals.
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  • He linked up with friend Rahman Jago in Mecca for parts of the pilgrimage, blending faith, brotherhood, and reflection during this blessed period (especially the last Ashra, when many seek Laylat al-Qadr).
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  • Asake shared clips on his social media (e.g., Instagram stories captioned “Alhamdulillah”), reaffirming his Islamic faith amid past rumors or controversies about his beliefs.

Fans have reacted positively overall, with some calling him “Alhaji Ahmed” or saying he’s inspiring others (including making Islam feel more approachable).

There have been mixed online discussions, including criticism from some quarters, but many commend his devotion and consistency.

May Allah accept his Umrah and prayers from all performing it this Ramadan.

Popular Nigerian comedian and skit maker Broda Shaggi (Samuel Perry, also spelled as Samuel Animashaun Perry) was reportedly hospitalized after sustaining a gunshot injury while filming a comedy skit. 

The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon (around March 8 or 9, 2026, based on reports) under the Sango-Ota bridge in the Sango-Ota area of Ogun State, Nigeria.

Key details from multiple Nigerian news sources (including Punch Newspapers, Vanguard, TheCable, and others):

• • He was allegedly shot in the thigh.
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  • His crew rushed him to Blooming Care Hospital in Alakuko, Lagos, for initial first aid and treatment.
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  • He was later transferred to Duchess International Hospital (or Duchess Hospital) in Ikeja, Lagos, where he is said to be recovering and stable.
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  • The exact circumstances of the shooting remain unclear—reports describe it as happening “while filming a skit,” with some speculation about a real firearm possibly involved on set, but no confirmed details on whether it was accidental, targeted, or related to props/gun mishap.

The Ogun State Police confirmed the gunshot injury and that he received treatment in Lagos, though they noted some details (like precise location) were unverified at the time, and investigations were ongoing. Some later social media claims mentioned arrests of suspects, but these are unconfirmed in major reports.

The news broke around March 13, 2026, and quickly went viral on social media, with fans expressing shock, prayers, and well-wishes for his recovery.

No reports indicate fatalities or life-threatening conditions beyond the injury—he appears to be in stable condition and recovering as of the latest updates. This is a developing story, so more official details may emerge from police or Broda Shaggi himself.