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“I was deported from the United States in 2001, but my breakthrough came right after.” – Nana Ama McBrown reveals

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"I was deported from the United States in 2001, but my breakthrough came right after." - Nana Ama McBrown reveals

Nana Ama McBrown, a Ghanaian actress and television personality, has revealed for the first time that she was deported from the United States of America in 2001.

Nana Ama McBrown was announced earlier today as the new host of Onua TV’s “Maakye” morning show, officially transitioning from UTV to Media General.

Speaking with Captain Smart after her welcome ceremony, the mother of one revealed that she was deported back to her home country in 2001, shortly after arriving in the United States.

“Captain, January is a month I don’t like at all because things really don’t go as expected for me. I’ve never said this anywhere before but today I’ll say it to inspire somebody. My uncle returned from the US and met me as a footballer who had returned from playing at Kwadaso (a suburb of Kumasi). I went to play table tennis after that so when my uncle saw me, he promised to take me abroad. Truthfully I was in America in January but to put it short, I was deported,” she disclosed.

Although she did not specify the reason for her deportation, Nana Ama McBrown stated that her family frowned upon her return, labelling her as the “bad luck” child in the family.

The award-winning actress revealed that her deportation did not prevent her from becoming a big star. She also encouraged anyone planning a trip to not give up if things don’t go as planned because it isn’t the end of their lives.

“So I want to tell whoever is listening to me that of your dream is to travel and things are not going as expected, that is not the end of your life. God has a plan for you because I didn’t know I would become who I am today if it wasn’t for the deportation,” she encouraged.

Source: Ameyawdebrah.com

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Shatta Wale lends support to Afua Asantewaa Aduonum’s Guinness World Record sing-a-thon bid

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Shatta Wale's support will boost Asantewaa's spirit as she strives to achieve a new record with a minimum length of 117 hours and a maximum duration of 120 hours. Asantewaa previously disclosed that she has acquired formal permission from the Guinness World Records organisation to accomplish the remarkable achievement. With Shatta Wale's encouragement and words of encouragement, it's clear that she has not only captivated the interest of a worldwide audience, but also the backing of one of Ghana's most popular music giants. Asantewaa also turned to Facebook to reply to Shatta Wale's words of support, writing, "I am grateful for the love shown me."

Shatta Wale, a dancehall singer, has turned to social media to show his unflinching support for Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, a broadcast journalist and Women Empowerment Advocate, who is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the longest solo sing-a-thon in Ghana.

Shatta Wale expressed his delight and encouragement for Asantewaa’s ambitious attempt in a heartfelt message.

He wrote, “I wish I will be there to support this lady… You can do it!!! Let’s goooo 

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 I don’t know you from anywhere, but I want to support and boost your confidence and also let you know you are winning hands down 🙌🙌🥂🥂 Cheers 🍻 👌 #GOGHANA.”

Shatta Wale’s support will boost Asantewaa’s spirit as she strives to achieve a new record with a minimum length of 117 hours and a maximum duration of 120 hours.

Asantewaa previously disclosed that she has acquired formal permission from the Guinness World Records organisation to accomplish the remarkable achievement.

With Shatta Wale’s encouragement and words of encouragement, it’s clear that she has not only captivated the interest of a worldwide audience, but also the backing of one of Ghana’s most popular music giants.

Asantewaa also turned to Facebook to reply to Shatta Wale’s words of support, writing, “I am grateful for the love shown me.”

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Ghanaian journalist hopes to break the Guinness World Record for a 105-hour singathon

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Sunil Waghmare of India now holds the record, having sung for 105 hours from March 3rd to March 7th, 2012.

The Guinness World Record mania that swept across Nigeria a few months ago has now reached Ghana, with Afua Asantewaa Aduonum trying to break the record for the longest solo singathon.

Afua, a broadcast journalist and Women Empowerment Advocate claimed that the worldwide record business has given her permission to accomplish this feat.

Her objective is to break the record with a minimum time of 117 hours and a maximum time of 120 hours.

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Sunil Waghmare of India now holds the record, having sung for 105 hours from March 3rd to March 7th, 2012.

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Mr Eazi: Sarkodie and Mugeez salvaged my career

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He recalls booking Sarkodie, R2Bees, and Wande Coal for the event as a student. Unfortunately, Wande Coal did not attend the concert, leading to the widespread belief that Mr. Eazi had fled with the money. In reflecting on the difficult circumstance, Mr Eazi stated, "I didn't know that he [Wande Coal] didn't receive his full money." Despite financial restrictions and unfinished business, Mr. Eazi addressed Sarkodie and Mugeez with humility.

Mr Eazi, global Afrobeats singer, investor, and entrepreneur, recently told a touching anecdote about how renowned Ghanaian musicians Sarkodie and Mugeez saved his career during his university days.

Mr Eazi, who began as an event organiser in college, had a difficult experience when some of the performers he had engaged for an award show were unable to come owing to budgetary restrictions.

“In my early days as an event organizer at the university, I faced a situation where some artists I had booked for an award show couldn’t attend due to monetary issues.

People caught me, and that’s when upcoming artists in my school started being my friends, allowing me to book them for events. Although we lost more money than we made throwing parties, we continued because we loved having projects and seeing them come together. So, we transitioned to award shows, and I organized the first social awards at my university,” Mr Eazi narrated.

He recalls booking Sarkodie, R2Bees, and Wande Coal for the event as a student. Unfortunately, Wande Coal did not attend the concert, leading to the widespread belief that Mr. Eazi had fled with the money. In reflecting on the difficult circumstance, Mr Eazi stated, “I didn’t know that he [Wande Coal] didn’t receive his full money.”

Despite financial restrictions and unfinished business, Mr. Eazi addressed Sarkodie and Mugeez with humility.

“I remember begging Sarkodie, who was owed $2,500.00, pleading with him even though I hadn’t paid him completely. He came on stage, saving me with his presence. That’s why, till today, R2Bees’ Mugeez is more than a friend; he’s a brother. He came, jumped on stage, and killed it,” Mr Eazi expressed

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