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AMG Business Musician, Medikal has fired back at Rapper, Eno Barony saying he owes her no apologies for calling her a corpse. According to Medikal, Eno Barony still remains a corpse to him in the Ghanaian Music Industry. Speaking on an Accra-based radio station, the AMG Business Musician said "There’s no smoke without fire. There’s no regret because I was in my feelings. I've got no apologies, I’ve got nothing to say” Responding to whether his wife, Fella Makafui-Frimong has an influence in his write-ups, the recently married man said no adding he was in his elements. Born Samuel Frimpong, the rapper added that people love him because they chose to emphasizing that he is not moved by certain utterances from some Ghanaians saying he has become arrogant. Although it is unclear what provoked Medikal to defend his words on radio, Thinknewsonline.com is asking; Will these words trigger Eno Barony to respond with a diss song? Thinknewsonline.com will be following the trend and will keep its followers updated on new developments. Story by: Mandy Woods

Multi-lingual Femcee, Christelle Akua Sika Amankoma known in showbiz as Lousika has descended heavily on Artiste, Freda Rhymz in a tweet describing her as a bitch and ingrate. According to Lousika, she is surprised at Freda Rhymz for towing the part of dissing of other colleagues in the music industry. In the tweet, Lousika said "I'm even surprised, like, bitch you wanted to be in This Industry" Lousika further added that Freda joined the music industry studying the game adding that she went on competitions performing songs of other Artists. "Now you The Queen.. talking reckless" she quizzed Freda Rhymez. Lousika has been off the music scene for almost a year after the release of (2) two singles “Opampam” ft Shatta Wale and “Something Sweet” ft Flowking Stone. Christelle Akua Sika Amankoma said "I miss the game myself, with them wannabes, nothing Dey happen” Lousika noted she is disappointment in Freda for saying she (Freda) does not know her (Lousika). “The people that don’t know me be babies , and we correct babies when they don’t know” she hinted. Although it is unclear who is at the receiving end of Lousika's shade, many social media says it goes to Freda Rhymez Story by: Mandy Woods

Ghanaian Female Rapper, Eno Barony has revealed that nothing will push her to ever battle Chief Executive Officer (C.E.O) of Sarkcess Music, Sarkodie. According to Eno, battling Sarkodie will shorten her life in the Ghanaian Music Industry adding she will not disrespect a celebrated King of rap. Speaking in an interview with an online portal, Eno said “You just don’t go about battling people because you are a rapper…Why should I battle Sarkodie? I will not battle or insult people before I get to where I am… like I would’ve done that when I was an underground artiste but you give respect to people ahead of you” She added that despite the respect for Sarkodie, battling him means her days in the Music Industry are over. “If you are of the same height as your mother, it doesn’t mean she is your co-equal disrespecting her means you are shortening your life …So I respect Sarkodie, I will never battle him..for what? My battling days are over” she explained. Eno Barony, known in real life as Ruth Eno Adjoa Amankwah Nyame Adom, has released series of diss songs for some female Artists in the Ghanaian Music Industry. Responding to why she dissed Rapper Sista Afia, Eno teased with a question, ‘why should I battle a singer?’ “Even if Sista Afia happens to be a rapper, I will not battle her anymore. I have an agenda to empower more female rappers into the music scene, I will not want it to be a whim” Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Ace Ghanaian Broadcaster, Micky Osei Berko known in Showbiz as Master Richard has revealed that about 80% of Ghanaian Celebrities cannot afford decent medical care in the country. According to him, most of these celebrities do not have any jobs to do at the moment describing them as poppers. Speaking in an interview with an online portal, the Actor said “Ok me, I am not a rich man and I have served in an industry for 26 years and there should not be a point in my life that I don’t have money in my pocket to buy fuel in my car but there are always such moments in my life” He also debunked the perception of many Ghanaians that celebrities are very rich in the country. “Most of the Ghanaian Celebrities are poor. Where do they get the monies from and what job(s) are they doing that can fetch them money” Although it is unclear what led to such utterances from the Ace Broadcaster, many Ghanaians have taken to social media where a section of the public are supporting the statement whiles others are bashing Master Richard. Thinknewsonline.com will be following this development and will update its readers in new developments. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

As part of measures of assessing the negative effect of Covid-19 on trades in the country, the World Bank says it will be partnering with Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) and United Nation Development Programme (UNDP) to conduct a Business Tracker Survey which seeks track the impact of the pandemic on Ghanaian Businesses. According to the Industry players, the survey will help reveal how bad the pandemic has hit hard on businesses and individuals across the country. In a statement provided by the GSS, Government Statistician, Prof. Samuel Kobina Annim said “This surveying would also involve the use of telephone medium for interviews for collection of data, which will measure and identify the impact of the disease on large, medium and small-scale establishments operating in the country” He added that the exercise will also evaluate measures put in place by businesses to lessen the effect of covid-19, as well as reinforce efforts made to build a better recovery for businesses. “The survey will also assess measures put in place by businesses to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 as well as efforts to build a better recovery for businesses. The outcome of the survey will enable government and development partners come out with measures to alleviate the impact of the disease on businesses” he added. Prof. Kobina Annim, also revealed that the outcomes from the study will apprise strategic guidelines in protecting jobs and maintaining advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “The findings will also provide insights into keeping the promise of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTA) alive as a tool to handle future pandemics and protect jobs and businesses,” he said. He assured holders of businesses that data collected will not be disclosed to the public. “The data collection does not require payment of money, and under no circumstance should an establishment be required to pay any amount to any person” he noted. Story by: Magdalene Maame Abena Serwaa Asante

As part of measures of generating revenue and positioning Ghana globally, International Reggae Songwriter, Singer, Rocky Dawuni is calling Ghanaians to continue promote Arts and Culture in the country. According to Mr. Dawuni, the move will not only promote Artists, it will also help the country benefit financially. Speaking on an Accra-based radio station, Rocky Dawuni said “Celebrating Ghana is just like celebrating Africa and this can only be done when there is a lot of support from Ghanaians” Rocky Dawuni who also doubles as the first ever Ghanaian Grammy nominee also revealed that he is always encouraged to better when he hears his songs being played by the International Media. He said “Home support is key to the success story of the African music. I am not just interested in promoting my business but Africa as a whole therefore Ghanaians should rally behind me in full support” Rocky Dawuni known for his unique "afro roots" sounds which is a blend of Reggae, Afrobeat, Highlife and Soul Music also hinted that without hard work and determination, his maiden album would not have earned him an International Attention. Story by: Jullien Parry

Rapper Sista Afia has sent a strong warning to Entertainment critic, Arnold Asamoah-Baidoo to stop being biased in his criticism and learn to be neutral when speaking to issues concerning the showbiz business in Ghana. According to her, it is annoying when the Entertainment critic tries to rub the face of Artistes and Actors adding that such behavior will not help shape the Industry. Speaking on an Accra-based television station, Sista Afia said “Stop being one sided person. He has been siding with Freda from the start of the show. I feel it is not fair” Sista Afia further registered her displeasure about the beef going on but Rapper Freda Rhymez and her adding it will not help the industry. She said “I am not happy with the fact that Freda mentioned my name directly in her song “Point of Correction” and made accusations that I sleep with fellow musicians for features” She however maintained that since they were friends, she ought to have been notified before being jabbed in a diss song. However, Critic Arnold asked Sista Afia to stop being emotional and rather understand the showbiz business before getting in it. He said “Sista Afia get used to the game. I think Freda was just being an entertainer” On the other hand, Rapper Freda revealed that she did not take the ‘beef’ personal adding that she only took advantage of the boredom Covid-19 has brought into the music industry. Freda Rhymz said “I took shots at Sista Afia because I was just entertaining my fans. She hinted that since it was showbiz business, she was not expecting Sista Afia to take it to heart. The show however ended with Sista Afia making an apology to Freda Rhymz and her fans. Background: Sista Afia in her ‘WMT’ song which was released a couple of weeks ago took a jab at some female musicians in Ghana. Freda Rhymz hit back with ‘Point of Correction’ and had to some things to say to Sista Afia. Sista Afia, however, went ahead to charge Freda to say all the things she said about her in the song to her face when she sees her. On the morning of 18th May at the premises of TV3, the two almost got into a fistfight had it not been for the intervention of people around. Story by: Magdalene Maame Abena Serwaa Asante

As part of measures of lifting the ban on social gathering in the country, President Akufo-Addo has disclosed that stakeholder consultations are taking place on the way forward towards the easing of restrictions, which will see the social and economic lives of the citizenry go back to normal. According to the President, he is expecting the consultations to conclude this week adding it will pave way for him to announce to Ghanaians a clear roadmap for easing the restrictions. Speaking at the 2020 virtual Eid celebration, President Akufo-Addo said “We have to find a way back, but in safety, for we cannot be under these restrictions forever” He added he is hopeful that, next year, Muslims in the country will congregate as they have done over the years, and celebrate Eid ul-Fitr fully and without any restrictions. President Akufo-Addo further explained that until the citizenry goes back in joy to Black Star Square, it is prudent the citizenry continues to maintain the measures of enhanced hygiene and social distancing protocols to contain the spread of the virus. “I applaud the leadership of the Muslim Ummah – the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu; the Ameer of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, Maulvi Mohammed Bin Salih; the Imam of the Ahl-Sunna, Al-Hajj Ibrahim Umar; the Qaid of the Shia Community, Shaykh Kamaldeen Abubakar; the Khalifa of the Tijaniyya Muslim Council, Sheikh Abul Faidi Ahmed Maikano; and the Imam of the Ghana Muslim Mission, Shaykh Amin Bonsu, for their high sense of patriotism and commitment to Ghana, and to the wellbeing of the Muslim faithful” he explained. He also added that he is equally indebted to the National Council of Zongo Chiefs, who have worked tirelessly, and continue to work, to ensure that safety protocols are adhered to in the various Zongo communities. President Akufo-Addo further disclosed that his government is bent on committing itself to creating a society of opportunities irrespective of social circumstance, place of abode or religious creed. He also noted that the Zongo Development Fund, under the direction of the energetic Minister for Inner City and Zongo Development, Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, is pursuing an aggressive development agenda, as set out in Government’s Economic and Social Development Agenda. “From Togorme Zongo in the Volta Region, through Dambai Zongo in the Oti Region, to Tumu Zongo in the Upper West Region, down to Axim Zongo in the Western Region, various development projects are springing up to address the development deficits of Zongo communities.” President Akufo-Addo reaffirmed that although Zongo development agenda is a challenge that appears huge, it is no mean challenge, taking on the task of transforming the lives of over five million Ghanaians scattered in more than three thousand (3,000) communities across the country. He further explained that for the country to create a society of inclusion and not of exclusion, then it is a challenge the citizens must take on, and overcome. He said “Ulama, Jama! The task is big, but bigger still is our determination to bring prosperity to all our people. Whilst Government does its part to ensure the development of human capital in Zongo communities, I urge you to ponder on the first set of verses of the Qur’an to be revealed to the Prophet Muhammad, Sallallahu Allayhi Wa’Salam, and I quote: “Read! In the name of your Lord who created who taught man by the pen. Taught man what he did not know” (Q: 96:1-5)” FREE SHS POLICY Touching on the Free Senior High School (SHS) Policy, President Akufo-Addo said “If the first commandment to the Prophet, from Allah, was to “Read,” then Islam is meant to be a religion of knowledge. I, thus, continue to admonish you to take your children to school” He urged the Muslim community to take advantage of the Free Senior High School programme and the educational interventions that the Ministry of Inner City and Zongo Development is making in Zongo communities, to educate our children, both male and female. He explained that, within the current generation, he is confident the country can eradicate poverty, illiteracy and disease from our country. “Ghana continues to be the envy of the world, because of the religious harmony that we foster among adherents of different faiths” he said. President Akufo-Addo urged the Muslim Community to continue to promote religious harmony and peaceful co-existence adding it is the essence of Islam, which means peace and submission to the will of Allah. COVID-19 Speaking on Covid-19, President Akufo-Addo hinted that he is fortified by three (3) considerations. He said “Firstly, sad though any premature death is, the hard fact is that the rate of deaths in Ghana amongst confirmed cases is very low – one per one million, i.e. 0.0001%, one of the lowest in Africa, and, indeed, in the world, this, despite the very high number of tests we are carrying out. This has been so since the very beginning of the outbreak over two (2) months ago” He explained that the number of positive cases stands at six thousand, six hundred and eighty-three (6,683), out of one hundred and ninety-four thousand, seven hundred and sixty-three (194,763) tests conducted, with one thousand, nine hundred and ninety-eight (1,998) recoveries. President Akufo-Addo further revealed that the country’s positivity rate, that is the ratio of confirmed cases to the total number of tests conducted, is 3.43%, which, again, is one of the lowest in Africa, and in the world. He said “Furthermore, virtually all the thirty-two (32) corona-related deaths, that have so far been recorded, were of persons with, what the doctors call, comorbidity, i.e. with other underlying causes and diseases. Most of them died within twenty-four (24) hours of admission to hospital. May their souls rest in peace. It appears that, by the grace of God, Ghanaians are not dying of this virus in the numbers that were originally anticipated and feared” President Akufo-Addo also explained that the numbers of severe virus cases that have been hospitalised have been persistently low since the outbreak. “The fear that our hospitals would be overburdened, and, indeed, overwhelmed has, so far, again by the grace of God, not materialised. As we speak, there are sixteen (16) severe cases in six (6) hospitals across the country, none of them on a ventilator. We pray for their speedy recovery” he revealed. President Akufo-Addo reiterated that the country has a more robust mechanism for enforcing its central strategy of defeating the virus. He said “The application of the 3Ts, tracing, testing and treating. The tracing teams are more experienced and more efficient; testing capabilities are no longer concentrated in Accra and Kumasi, but spread more evenly across the country in Ho, Tamale, Navrongo, Takoradi and Cape Coast; treating capacity has been considerably enhanced with isolation facilities better distributed across the nation” President Akufo-Addo also explained that the developments and continuing strong adherence to the social distancing as well as hygiene protocols. “The wearing masks and strengthening of immune systems by eating our own foods, will enable us to face the future with greater confidence, as we battle to defeat the virus, and pray for our healthcare workers. And, it is appropriate that we should end this unique Ramadan with this declaration of confidence in the future, because, as I have said, this too shall pass! For the Battle is the Lord’s” he stressed. He wished all Muslims and Ghanaians a happy Eid ul-Fitr although a restrained one adding that he is hopeful the Almighty Allah will listen to the cry of the faithful. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith

Actor, Kevin Hart admits that rebuilding his marriage "wasn't a walk in the park" after his cheating scandal. The 40-year-old actor and comedian opened up about how he and wife Eniko worked through his infidelity on Friday's episode of The School of Greatness podcast. In a discussion with host Lewis Howes, Kevin explained why Eniko decided to stay with him after finding out he had cheated on her. "She came to an amazing conclusion of, 'I like the fact that we have a family, that we have a household, and I like the fact that we now got a job to do to get better,'" Kevin said, remembering his wife telling him, "That's what you owe me. You owe me the get-better." Eniko held him "accountable" afterwards, he shared. "It wasn't a walk in the park," he confessed, but said it was Eniko's understanding that "we don't let the outside world affect our inside." "I credit her for setting that tone," he said.  The comedian has a fear of reptiles. In a 2016 interview with Us Weekly, he stated, “My biggest phobia is reptiles. Dogs are fine; reptiles get up under my skin. Snakes, lizards, things of that nature. I can’t do it.” He is a self-confessed fan of Justin Bieber. “I listen to 'Sorry,' by Justin Bieber, on repeat. I am 100 percent a Belieber,” he told Us Weekly in 2016. His first gig was at The Laff House in Philadelphia. However, he was constantly booed during his initial performances; reportedly, a half-eaten chicken wing was once thrown at him. Slideshow continues on the next slide The star, who often jokes about his height during his stand-up, designed an app. Called Little Jumpman, it was described as a “vertically challenged game of skill [that] will make you laugh and cry with Kevin as he reaches for the sky.” In a 2016 interview with Us Weekly, Hart admitted he would have loved to meet the late actor Robin Williams. He stated, “If I could meet anyone, I would choose Robin Williams. I would simply say, ‘You were loved. Your stamp on comedy is something that definitely wasn’t overlooked.’” The comic actor also revealed he would have loved to have been part of the Martin Scorsese-directed crime film, “Goodfellas” (1990). “Joe Pesci’s character, Tommy, is a dream role,” he stated. Hart was named the host of the 2019 Oscars broadcast on Dec. 5, 2018, but stepped down two days later in response to outcry over homophobic tweets he posted in earlier years. He wrote on Twitter that he didn't want to be a distraction and "I sincerely apologize to the LGBTQ community for my insensitive words from my past."  Kevin's cheating scandal erupted in 2017, when reports surfaced that he cheated on Eniko while she was eight months pregnant with their first child, son Kenzo. "How I found out was a DM. I don't know who it was," Eniko said on the show. "They sent me an edited video of Kevin and, you know, another woman. I was pregnant at that time, I was about seven or eight months pregnant. I was having breakfast, I opened my phone and immediately I just lost it. I called him, I'm crying, I'm like, p****d. Right then and there, I kept saying, 'How the f**k did you let that happen?'" "You publicly humiliated me," she continued. "Everything’s on Instagram, everything's on social media. It was an ongoing fight all the time. Every single day. I kept questioning him, like, 'If this is what you’re gonna do, I don’t want to be a part of that.'" Kevin called cheating on Eniko the "lowest moment of my life." "He’s f**k up and this was a bad one. This was major. Nine years and I think looking forward, it’ll be better," she said. "I believe in second chances. I'm all about forgiveness, and you only get two times. Three strikes you're out, you’re out of here. So, as long as he behaves, we’re good." The couple are now expecting their second child together, a baby girl. Source: Jennifer Drysdale‍

Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus. Madagascar's cabinet held a special meeting on Sunday to discuss the situation in Toamasina, the country's second largest city. The Indian Ocean island nation has registered 527 infections and two deaths, both in Toamasina. Since Thursday, more than 120 new cases were confirmed, and several bodies were found in the city's streets though the cause of death was not clear. "Doctors must carry out thorough examinations to see if these deaths are caused by another illness (...) or if they are really due to severe acute respiratory problems which is the critical form of COVID-19," Professor Hanta Marie Danielle Vololontiana, spokesperson for the government's virus taskforce, said in a national broadcast on Sunday. The government will send 150 soldiers to reinforce Toamasina, maintain order and enforce measures against the coronavirus such as mask wearing and social distancing. The cabinet also fired Toamasina's prefect without providing any explanation. A team was also ordered to distribute a drink based on artemisia, a plant recognised as a treatment against malaria, which the Malagasy authorities claim cures COVID-19. The potential benefits of this herbal tea, called Covid-Organics, have not been validated by any scientific study. The cabinet has also announced an investigation into the death of a doctor in Toamasina. According to local press, the victim was hospitalised after contracting COVID-19 and was found dead hanged in his room on Sunday morning. Source: AFP

Odion Ighalo is set to leave Manchester United this week unless there is a last-minute breakthrough in negotiations with his parent club Shanghai Shenhua. The 30-year-old arrived at Old Trafford in January on a loan deal until the end of the season, with his short-term contract set to expire on May 30. The suspension of football due to Covid-19 and the consequent delay to ending the season has seen all Premier League teams agree that clubs can temporarily extend contracts of players whose deals are coming to an end this summer. United are keen to keep Ighalo until the season is resumed and played to a completion, but there has yet to be progress in negotiations with Chinese Super League side Shenhua as they want to have the ex-Nigeria international back to begin preparations for the resumption of the CSL. There is no definitive date for action to resume in China, but a lack of squad depth means Shenhua see Ighalo as a key part of their squad. Lifelong United fan Ighalo wants to extend his stay at Old Trafford, and while manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to add a forward to his squad in the summer transfer window, Goal can confirm that an offer has not been made to sign Ighalo on a permanent deal. Shenhua would be open to selling the former Nigeria international if United made a “reasonable” offer, but the Red Devils are looking elsewhere for a long-term reinforcement. The deadline day deal to bring Ighalo to United in January was widely criticised, but he has impressed during his time in Manchester, scoring four goals in three starts for the club. Marcus Rashford has returned to full fitness after the back injury which has kept him sidelined since the start of the year, so the club are relaxed over Ighalo’s future as Solskjaer will have options when the season resumes. United's players returned to training at the club’s Carrington base last week after the go-ahead was given for socially distanced sessions. Each club is regularly testing their players and staff for coronavirus, with the latest round of results released over the weekend showing two positive results after 996 tests. Source: Goal.com

As part of measures of supporting frontline health professionals in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, Deputy Chief of Staff at the Office of the President, Mr. Francis Asenso-Boakye donated an ambulance and other health equipments to the Suntreso Government Hospital in Kumasi, Ashanti Region. The items included ambulance, hospital beds, infra red thermometer, metallic sterilizer, and other Personal Protective Equipments (PPEs). He indicated that the deplorable nature of the hospital and due to lack of an ambulance for the facility informed his decision to make this donation to assist the hospital to deal effectively with emergency cases in the midst of the COVID-19 global pandemic. The Medical Superintendent of the hospital, Dr Thomas Agyarko-Poku thanked the Deputy Chief of Staff for this generous intervention. He revealed that this is the sixth time Mr. Asenso-Boakye has come to the aid of the Hospital. “Anytime they call upon him to assist them, he always honour their request” Mr Agyarko said. He indicated that the ambulance has come at the time the hospital is in die need of a means of transport to carry their patients considering the coronavirus pandemic. He also assured him that the ambulance will be put to effective use to improve the health service delivery within Bantama and its environs. The Mayor of Kumasi, Hon Osei Assibey Antwi speaking at the event thanked the Deputy Chief of Staff for the kind gesture, and reminded the people that they all development agent. In view of this, he urged the people to follow his good example to bring development to their communities . He also recounted the various development interventions being undertaken by the Deputy Chief of Staff within the Bantama constituency. These include donation of hospital equipment to KATH and Suntreso hospitals; distribution of computers and other educational materials to the various schools in the constituency; the construction of first ever basic school for Ohwim-Hwidiem community; construction of a modern astroturf pitch for the people of Bantama among other development projects. Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith