The talented singer, whose songs have increasingly gained airplay across Ghana, continues to position herself as one of the most influential voices from the Upper East Region. Her recent award win is seen by many industry watchers as a testament to her hard work, consistency, and unique musical style.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Gladys Apuweni on URA Radio 89.7MHz during the entertainment programme URA Market Place on thursday February 12, 2026, Saint Chicago expressed gratitude to her fans and supporters for their unwavering loyalty throughout her journey.
According to the award winning artiste, music is no longer just a passion but her full time profession. She disclosed that she has taken a bold decision to dedicate all her time, energy, and resources to building her brand and elevating her craft.
“Music is now my full time job. I am fully committed to it, and I am investing everything I have into making sure I deliver the best to my fans,” she stated confidently during the interview.

Saint Chicago assured her fans to expect more hit songs, electrifying stage performances, and major projects in 2026. She hinted at new releases already in the pipeline and promised to raise the bar even higher this year.
The artiste also announced that her much anticipated annual Banazoe Music Concert will take place in May 2026. The concert, which has gradually become one of the notable entertainment events in the region, is expected to attract music lovers from across the Upper East and beyond.
While celebrating her achievements, Saint Chicago used the opportunity to address critics and negative commentary that often surrounds public figures. She passionately appealed to the good people of the Upper East Region to desist from hate comments, insults, and unnecessary criticism. Instead, she encouraged collective support for local musicians.

She emphasized that unity and encouragement are vital for the growth of the creative arts industry in the region.
“We need to support one another. When we uplift our own, we all grow together,” she urged.
Her call highlights a broader conversation about supporting homegrown talent and creating an enabling environment for artistes to thrive.
With her recent Artiste of the Year win and ambitious plans for the year ahead, Saint Chicago appears poised for even greater success. As anticipation builds for her upcoming releases and the Banazoe Music Concert in May, fans across the region and the nation will certainly be watching closely.
Indeed, for Saint Chicago, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year in her musical journey.

The 8th edition of the prestigious HMB Miss Upper East pageant came to a grand and colorful climax on Monday, December 30, 2025, at the Bolgatanga GNAT Hall, marking yet another memorable chapter in the celebration of beauty, culture, intelligence, and purpose in the Upper East Region. The grand finale was a night of elegance and glamour, beautifully blended with the rich cultural heritage of the Upper East Region. Patrons were treated to stunning traditional displays, creative cultural performances, and confident stage presentations from contestants who embodied the values and aspirations of their various districts. The atmosphere was electrifying as the finalists took turns to showcase not only their physical beauty but also their intellect, confidence, and commitment to community development.

At the end of the highly competitive contest, Miss Ayietalie from the Builsa District emerged as the overall winner, earning the coveted crown of HMB Miss Upper East 2025. Her outstanding performance, poise, and clear vision for community impact set her apart from the rest. Miss Lamisi from Bawku Central was adjudged the 1st Runner-Up, while Miss Asabila from the Bolga East District secured the position of 2nd Runner-Up, both earning admiration for their exceptional performances and advocacy messages.
Following the successful grand finale, Saturday, January 3, was dedicated to the homecoming ceremonies of the three queens across their respective districts. The celebrations were filled with joy, pride, and cultural display as communities gathered to warmly welcome their daughters home.
In the Builsa District, residents came out in large numbers to receive their beloved queen, Miss Ayietalie, in a colorful and emotional ceremony. Chiefs, queen mothers, opinion leaders, and other distinguished dignitaries graced the occasion, expressing pride in her achievement and pledging their support for her reign. Similar scenes of excitement and celebration were witnessed in Bawku Central and Bolga East, as Miss Lamisi and Miss Asabila were also given heroic receptions by their people.

Over the years, HMB Miss Upper East has proven beyond doubt its credibility as a platform rooted in transformation, transparency, innovation, and development. The pageant has consistently empowered young women, equipping them with confidence, leadership skills, and opportunities to champion meaningful causes within their communities and the region at large.
As the reign of HMB Miss Upper East 2025 begins, expectations are high for impactful projects, strong advocacy, and sustained community engagement. The pageant continues to stand as a beacon of hope and inspiration for young ladies across the Upper East Region, reaffirming that beauty, when combined with purpose, can be a powerful tool for positive change.

Upper East–based musician Lyrical ZK has ignited fresh conversations in Ghana’s entertainment industry especially in the Upper East Region after challenging the long-standing belief that the music business does not pay.
The artiste made these remarks during a mid-morning show, URA Marketplace, on GBC URA Radio, hosted by Hannah Barribilla.
Speaking candidly on the programme, Lyrical ZK insisted that money exists within the music industry, depending on how artistes position and manage themselves.
“Imagine somebody having two houses, three houses, with no rent. It just means something,” he said, suggesting that some players in the industry are quietly benefiting financially.
He questioned the narrative that local artistes earn nothing while those labelled as “international” are also said to be struggling.
“When I’m making money out of the craft, they say you are international and you are not making anything out of the craft. But people are making money. There is money in the industry,” he stressed.
According to the Upper East artiste, financial success in music is not accidental but depends on strategy and understanding the business side of the craft.
“It depends on how you decide to extract your money,” he explained.
Lyrical ZK described his realization as an eye-opener, noting that for years, creatives have been fed the idea that the industry offers no financial reward.
“We’ve always been told that the industry don’t pay, that there is nothing in it. Hearing a positive response for the first time was like, wow—we have to find that money.”
Focused on growing his brand, he revealed that he deliberately took time to study the industry and connect with key stakeholders, a move that reshaped his outlook.
“I decided to study the industry and attach myself to some people. That’s when I realised that the industry is very limited,” he added.
His comments have since sparked conversations among upcoming artistes in the Upper East Region and beyond, with many calling for better education on branding, networking, and sustainable revenue streams in Ghana’s music industry.

In the Upper East Region, musician, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Samuel Asaa, popularly known as SamAiam, has begun a major Senior High School tour aimed at tackling rising cases of drug abuse and indiscipline among students. The outreach, which kicked off on Monday, November 17, started at Zamse Senior High Technical School, where hundreds of students received guidance on the dangers of drug misuse, excessive alcohol intake, and negative peer pressure.

The campaign continued today, Wednesday, November 19, at Bolgatanga Senior High School, also known as Big BOSS. SamAiam says the initiative was prompted by worrying behaviors he observed among young people during his visit to Ghana earlier this year for his annual Asaa Festival and Music Concert. He noted that increasing cases of substance abuse among the youth demanded urgent intervention. The sessions focus on discipline, academic commitment, and the long-term consequences of choices made during adolescence. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their future and avoid harmful substances.

The team plans to visit most, if not all, Senior High Schools in the region over the coming weeks, ensuring that thousands of students receive accurate information and motivation to resist negative influences. School authorities have praised the initiative as timely and impactful, especially in the face of growing concerns over youth indiscipline and drug abuse. SamAiam hopes that through continuous education and mentorship, young people will be empowered to make healthier choices that secure a brighter future for themselves and the region.

In every generation, there emerges a voice that does more than entertain—it uplifts, educates,inspires  and unites. Today, we shine the spotlight on one such musical gem whose artistry transcends melody and rhythm to touch the soul of a people.

From humble beginnings in Kpando in the Volta Region, Jubey I.K. originally known as Dzubey Isaac Kwame is a Ghanaian UK-based contemporary gospel artiste and a nurse by profession.

Jubey I.K discovered his passion for music at an early age. Whether through the echoe of traditional drums, the harmony of gospel choirs, or the pulse of Afrobeat, his sounds carries the heartbeat of a community and the spirit of resilience.

He is from Kpando in the Volta Region of Ghana and was born to musically inclined parents. He grew up listening to music, singing at church, and selling music cassettes around the age of 13.

With his music career , Jubey I.K  is becoming a household name, known for  gospel hits tracks like  Peace for Ghana, Dabb for Jesus, My Body, No Pilolo, Nobody dey,  Good God and More Than Enough.

His mission for music is to use his gift and talent to preach the gospel, thus using his abilities to the glory of God. With the help of God and great support from his family, friends, producers like Itx Ynkx as well as the Media, his music career is on a good trajectory.

His  lyrics speak of love, justice, hope, and the everyday struggles of ordinary people—making him not just a performer, but a storyteller and advocate. He believes the Lord will continue to use his voice to bless this generation.

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Broadcast journalist with GBC URA Radio, Miss Gladys Apuweni, has been honoured as the Best 2024 Tourism, Arts and Culture Reporter at the 4th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Upper East Regional Awards held in Bolgatanga.

The award celebrates her outstanding commitment to promoting the rich cultural heritage, traditions, and customs of the Upper East Region through impactful storytelling and broadcasting. Her work has significantly contributed to projecting the region’s identity to national and international audiences, encouraging both cultural appreciation and investment in the tourism sector.
Miss Apuweni is the host of URA Showbiz Plus on URA Radio, a popular entertainment and culture program that provides a vibrant platform for local musicians, cultural performance groups, and officials from Ghana Tourism Authority to engage the public on the value of culture, tourism, music, and heritage. Through her storytelling, she has spotlighted the beauty and uniqueness of the region while inspiring both investors and tourists to explore and support local development.

Speaking after receiving the award, Miss Apuweni expressed heartfelt gratitude for the recognition, dedicating it to her colleagues and the broader journalistic community in the region.
This award is not just for me alone, but for every journalist in the Upper East Region who works tirelessly to tell the stories of our people,” she said. “It is a wake-up call for me and my colleagues to do even more to promote our region. I am grateful to my regional director, Mr. Osman Muntawakilu, the Regional Chairman, Mr. Albert Sore and all my colleagues at GBC for their unwavering support and encouragement.”
She further pledged to use the recognition as motivation to produce more compelling stories that celebrate the region’s cultural values, tourism potential, and natural endowments.
In addition to Miss Apuweni’s recognition, two other journalists from GBC URA Radio were honored at the awards. Mr. Nelson Abagna was named Best Sports Journalist 2024, while Mr. Peter Agengre, Regional Reporter for GTV, won Best Education Reporter 2024. This remarkable feat of three awards going to GBC journalists marks a proud moment for the station and the Upper East Region’s media landscape.
This year’s GJA Upper East Regional Awards was made possible through the generous support of key sponsors, including main sponsor WaterAid Ghana under the SHARE Project, Atiamah Catering Service, Paga Youth Movement, Kacstone Records, Ghana Shippers Authority, MTN, Ghana Tourism Authority, Blue Sky Hotel, Mr. Michael Adangba (Managing Director of Kacstone Records), Mr. Wenamome Aborah, and the Ghana Hotels Association, among others.

The GJA Upper East Regional Awards celebrate journalists who have demonstrated excellence and contributed to the region’s development. This year’s event underscored the crucial role of the media in cultural preservation, tourism promotion, education, sports, and community development.
Miss Apuweni’s recognition as Best Tourism, Arts and Culture Reporter alongside her colleagues’ achievements stands as a testament to the power of the media in shaping narratives, promoting heritage, and driving sustainable development in northern Ghana.

Speaking after receiving the award, Miss Apuweni expressed heartfelt gratitude for the recognition, dedicating it to her colleagues and the broader journalistic community in the region.
This award is not just for me alone, but for every journalist in the Upper East Region who works tirelessly to tell the stories of our people,” she said. “It is a wake-up call for me and my colleagues to do even more to promote our region. I am grateful to my regional director, Mr. Osman Muntawakilu, the Regional Chairman, Mr. Albert Sore and all my colleagues at GBC for their unwavering support and encouragement.”
She further pledged to use the recognition as motivation to produce more compelling stories that celebrate the region’s cultural values, tourism potential, and natural endowments.
In addition to Miss Apuweni’s recognition, two other journalists from GBC URA Radio were honored at the awards. Mr. Nelson Abagna was named Best Sports Journalist 2024, while Mr. Peter Agengre, Regional Reporter for GTV, won Best Education Reporter 2024. This remarkable feat of three awards going to GBC journalists marks a proud moment for the station and the Upper East Region’s media landscape.
This year’s GJA Upper East Regional Awards was made possible through the generous support of key sponsors, including main sponsor WaterAid Ghana under the SHARE Project, Atiamah Catering Service, Paga Youth Movement, Kacstone Records, Ghana Shippers Authority, MTN, Ghana Tourism Authority, Blue Sky Hotel, Mr. Michael Adangba (Managing Director of Kacstone Records), Mr. Wenamome Aborah, and the Ghana Hotels Association, among others.
The GJA Upper East Regional Awards celebrate journalists who have demonstrated excellence and contributed to the region’s development. This year’s event underscored the crucial role of the media in cultural preservation, tourism promotion, education, sports, and community development.
Miss Apuweni’s recognition as Best Tourism, Arts and Culture Reporter alongside her colleagues’ achievements stands as a testament to the power of the media in shaping narratives, promoting heritage, and driving sustainable development in northern Ghana.

The singer, dancer, director and actress shared the news with her followers and fans on Sunday, Sept. 17 amid rumors that her husband, the former NBA star, a current The Chi star and podcaster, and Dancing With the Stars champion, had been cheating on her.

“AHT AHT! Not too much on my bestie! In all fairness, Iman and I are separated and have been for a while,” she wrote on Instagram.

However, she dismissed the cheating rumors, noting that “to be 1000% clear, ‘infidelity’ ain’t one of the reasons for our departure. We are still the best of friends, great business partners and are one hell of a team when it comes to co-parenting our 2 beautiful children.

She added that ‘most importantly we are FAMILY & in the 10 years together, 7 years married we ain’t ever played with or about THAT. We just keep y’all out the group chat lol, which is the reason we’ve been able to successfully & peacefully separate without all of the outside noise.”

According to her, the only reason she went public with the news is that the unfortunate narratives are getting a little out of hand and it’s unfair to all parties involved.

The couple who have been married since 2016 share two daughters  Junie, 7, and Rue, 3.

The pair were also known for not just being romantic partners but for also seeming to be really great friends.

Since this is a separation, and one that’s been kept private until now, perhaps there’s a chance that the two will work things out on their own time.

Source : adomonline