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2021 Week 8: Top 20 Ghana Music Video Countdown

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Chein Chein by Fancy Gadam. Photo Credit: Fancy Gadam/YouTube Top 20 Ghana Music Video Countdown brought to you by Ghana Music. Week #8 Ending February 27th, 2021. P W L 1. Chein Chein by Fancy Gadam 1 2 1 2. Yeeko by Okyeame Kwame ft. Kuami Eugene 1 7 3 3. Hajia Bintu by Shatta Wale ft. Captan & Ara B 1 10 2 4. Spiritual by KiDi ft. Kuami Eugene & Patoranking 3 4 4 5. Balance by MzVee ft. Sarkodie 5 5 6 6. Lift by Shatta Wale 6 1 – 7. Amen by Kuami Eugene 7 4 12 8. 1 Don by Shatta Wale 3 7 7 9. Facts by Strongman 9 3 13 10. Mad Ting by Shatta Wale ft. Captan 5 5 5 11. Party Gbee by Krymi ft. Kofi Mole & King Maaga 7 6 8 12. Craving by Samini 12 5 15 13. Favour by Edem ft. Efya & Sarkodie 13 2 18 14. 1 Sima by Pappy Kojo ft. Kojo Trip, The Township, Hyndu, Nemsis Loso & Yaw Lucaz 3 6 9 15. Adwuma N’asi by Kweku Flick & Ko-Jo Cue 15 3 16 ...

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Nigerian Gospel Artiste, Lily Perez is out with another powerful sound and music video "Alade Ogo" which means "King of Glory". It is a song of worship to the King of kings and a spiritual sound to usher His presence. The song is now available on YouTube and all digital music platforms. WATCH THE OFFICIAL VIDEO  STREAM & DOWNLOAD AUDIO HERE CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA IG: @lilyperezlive Twitter: @lilyperezlive Facebook: Lily Perez The post Lily Perez returns with new single, "Alade Ogo" appeared first on Most Trusted Voice in Music & Afrobeats from Nigeria & Africa | Notjustok . from Most Trusted Voice in Music & Afrobeats from Nigeria & Africa | Notjustok https://ift.tt/2O6G1Td via AFROMUSICTALK

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Multi Award winning Nigerian Gospel Artist, Mike Abdul has released his new thanksgiving single, "Baba Ese" featuring Yoruba Mass Choir Speaking about the inspiration behind the song, he shares: "my mind is sharp, my head is correct. my vibe is KooL, Life is beautiful. GRACE is sufficient, my Joy is intact. To the one who gives without finding faults, I am super Grateful" WATCH THE OFFICIAL VIDEO STREAM AND DOWNLOAD AUDIO HERE The post Mike Abdul is out with a new thanksgiving single, "Baba Ese" appeared first on Most Trusted Voice in Music & Afrobeats from Nigeria & Africa | Notjustok . from Most Trusted Voice in Music & Afrobeats from Nigeria & Africa | Notjustok https://ift.tt/3dUNJKI via AFROMUSICTALK

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Multi award winning Gospel artiste, Derin Bello releases a new single from the much anticipated “New Song” Live project tagged “Fagbara Rehan” ‘Fagbara Rehan’ (Show Your Power) is a strong dance melody with infused Gospel, afro beat vibes with a message relevant for everyone today. Derin Bello is a songwriter, worshipper and considers it such a great privilege to be a part of the great worship movement in this generation. Being a soulful singer, her varied background and exposure has helped shape her into a versatile artiste. The two times Canadian GMA Covenant winner continues to raise the bar: From the message of the song, lyrics, music, production,  you will be thoroughly blessed by her latest single “Fagabara Rehan (Show Your Power)”. The track was produced by Daniel Dee Jones & engineering by the multi-Grammy winning producer Danny Duncan. Watch the Official Video  Stream & Download Audio HERE The post Derin Bello is out with new single, "Fagbara Rehan (...

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Just weeks after Valentine and a lover boy is already in his Feelings. Emerging Afro fusion artist, Noon Dave serves his debut in an emotionally-charged song titled "Too Late". On a Dawie production, Too Late serves as an anthem for Admirers to Move fast in making their love interest known before losing out entirely. “If to say I know, I for don talk my mind. If to say I know, I for don shoot my shot. If to say I know, I for don let you know how I truly feel…” Noon Sings STREAM & DOWNLOAD "TOO LATE" HERE Noon Dave aka Noon , born Oluwaseun Dave Obafemi, is a Nigerian Singer/Songwriter. A Peter King's College of Music Alumni, he taps his songwriting inspiration from a diverse exposure of different genres soaking up elements from Soul, R&B, Pop, Reggae and, of course, Afro Beats to create his Unique Sound which enables him to create wonderful music everyone connects to so effortlessly. His approach to making music is certainly one that promises to...

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Nigerian Worship Leader and Singer, Neon Adejo has released the audio and visuals for new single, "AMEN". The single is an appropriate response on the side of the recipient of God's will and purpose. The Contemporary Worship single highlights assurance in God's word, using the word of God has the standard by which situations and circumstances are deciphered rather than the senses. Neon posits that the word of God is what informs our senses, not our circumstances. The single is coming after the release of the video for 'Chinecherem' which was released in October, 2020. The video is a boost for the acceptance for the 2019 released single as it became critically acclaimed, enjoying airplay on major terrestrial television. In the early days of February 2021, the single "Amen" hit the trend on Audiomack as one of the most streamed music on the platform. Neon Adejo has also hinted that an EP is already in the works, although details such as release da...

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Nigerian music producer, Ayorinde Faboro professionally known as Dr Frabz  has been reportedly shot dead. According to a Twitter post by renowned gospel singer , Nikki Laoye in the early hours of the 28th of February 2021, Dr Frabz was reportedly shot. She wrote; “Oh my God .. My dear brother, Dr Frabz @DoktaFrabz.. This is such terrible news. Just heard that he was shot... Who did this? I am so pained Right now What kind of news is this ehn?” Oh my God .. My dear brother, Dr Frabz @DoktaFrabz .. This is such terrible news. Just heard that he was shot... Who did this? I am so pained Right now What kind of news is this ehn? pic.twitter.com/GAklWP5SSM — Nikki Laoye (@NikkiLaoye) February 28, 2021 Dokta Frabz was born and raised in Lagos, where he started his music career. He has worked with some of our top Nigerian musicians including Wizkid , Omawumi , Davido and the late Dagrin . He was the music director for the fourth season of Nigerian Idol hel...

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Happy birthday Korede ! Korede Bello - Real Man Mavin Records' singer and songwriter, Korede Bello releases the official music video for his latest single, " Real Man " to celebrate his 25th birthday. RELATED : Korede Bello - Table For Two (EP) Produced by renowned beatmaker Ozedikus , " Real Man " serves as a follow-up to his 5-track extended play " Table For Two ," released back in July 2020. Check it out below and share your thoughts. DOWNLOAD AUDIO STREAM ON DSPs The post To mark his 25th birthday, Korede Bello shares the visuals for 'Real Man' appeared first on Most Trusted Voice in Music & Afrobeats from Nigeria & Africa | Notjustok . from Most Trusted Voice in Music & Afrobeats from Nigeria & Africa | Notjustok https://ift.tt/3syeLeZ via AFROMUSICTALK

FBI Identifies Suspect in Death of Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick: Report

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The suspect was reportedly caught on video hurling bear spray in the faces of multiple police officers at the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot. https://bit.ly/37PAt6A via afromusictalk

Donald Trump Jr. slams Liz Cheney, says Gov. Cuomo 'would be in jail'

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Donald Trump Jr. on Friday trashed Rep. Liz Cheney and said New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo “would be in jail” already if he were a Republican. The former first son attacked his dad’s https://bit.ly/3pZNP6q via afromusictalk

F.B.I. Said to Have Singled Out Potential Assailant in Capitol Officer’s Death

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The death of the officer, Brian Sicknick, after the Capitol riot has been a major focus for investigators scrutinizing the attack by a pro-Trump mob. https://nyti.ms/3dQoWaX via afromusictalk

Several Republicans cite pandemic to miss votes, but will speak at CPAC

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Star Boy – One For Me Star Boy The post Star Boy – One For Me appeared first on Most Trusted Voice in Music & Afrobeats from Nigeria & Africa | Notjustok . from Most Trusted Voice in Music & Afrobeats from Nigeria & Africa | Notjustok https://bit.ly/2NI0opP via AFROMUSICTALK

Why one Massachusetts lawmaker says the state’s vaccine rollout is a ‘textbook case study of structural racism’

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"This was an entirely predictable — and, indeed, predicted —problem." https://bit.ly/3bBFeBu via afromusictalk

Democrats criticize Biden's decision to launch airstrikes in Syria without consulting Congress

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Some top Democrats are criticizing President Biden's decision to launch airstrikes in Syria without conferring with all members of Congress. https://cnb.cx/3uDpFSM via afromusictalk

Militia strike constitutes key test of Biden’s plan to engage, restrain Iran

Administration hopes to use diplomacy to restore nuclear deal while curbing Tehran’s support for militia groups https://wapo.st/2O4SRRI via afromusictalk

Biden's message to Iran with missile strikes: 'You can't act with impunity, be careful'

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President Joe Biden looked to send a simple message to Iran by authorizing air strikes in Syria on Thursday: "You can't act with impunity, be careful." https://cnn.it/3sJKfzd via afromusictalk

Overnight Defense: Biden sends message with Syria airstrike | US

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Happy Friday and welcome to Overnight Defense. I'm Rebecca Kheel, and here's your nightly guide to the latest developments at the Pentagon, on Capitol Hill and beyond. https://bit.ly/2Mu2Nnn via afromusictalk

Opinion | Joe Biden’s Mixed Iran Messages

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He orders a strike against Iran-backed militias but makes concessions to Tehran. https://on.wsj.com/2Mu2TLL via afromusictalk

Opinion | President Biden Lets a Saudi Murderer Walk

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The crown prince killed my friend Jamal Khashoggi, and we do next to nothing. https://nyti.ms/37S37nm via afromusictalk

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: Half of older adults 65+ get vaccine

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Thursday's surge in deaths, cases and testing was short-lived, as all three metrics fell Friday. The death count was in the single digits. https://bit.ly/3bHdCel via afromusictalk

Afternoon Edition: Feb. 26, 2021

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Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories. https://bit.ly/3qYOvKp via afromusictalk

Moderate Democrats should abandon progressives and support Romney on minimum wage | Opinion

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There is much talk of political realignment these days. But both parties at large remain wedded to tired orthodoxies, bombing the same places over there, as everything from infrastructure to healthcare crumbles here. https://bit.ly/3bMXtE6 via afromusictalk

City Council poised to authorize $377M in federal stimulus spending

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Mayor Lori Lightfoot said she’s confident she’ll get her way 48 hours after two City Council critics used a parliamentary maneuver to delay the vote. https://bit.ly/2O82E9v via afromusictalk

Opinion: Trump has CPAC, but Biden has kryptonite

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Julian Zelizer writes that as former President Donald Trump gears up to make his first post-presidential appearance at CPAC, President Joe Biden has a unique opportunity to counter Trump's bluster -- by not reacting. https://cnn.it/2O5SO8p via afromusictalk

The new $1,400 stimulus checks would cost over $400 billion. Here's how Congress plans to get the funds

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A new $1.9 trillion Covid relief plan is making its way through Congress. The proposal includes $1,400 stimulus checks. Here's how Congress will fund the bill. https://cnb.cx/3pUoWJn via afromusictalk

Trump at CPAC foments 2022 GOP primary wars

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This year’s CPAC is shaping up to be a massive Trump rally. https://bit.ly/2ZXE0Lw via afromusictalk

Federal officials charge more than 300 in U.S. Capitol riot

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"Those responsible must be held to account, and they will be," acting Deputy Attorney General John Carlin said. https://nbcnews.to/37O5FCT via afromusictalk

Feds eyeing potential threats to Biden's first address to Congress

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DOJ Opens the Door to Seeking New Domestic Terror Powers

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Jim Bourg/ReutersA senior Justice Department official opened the door to seeking new legislative authorities to pursue domestic terrorism, a step the Biden administration has yet to entertain since the January 6 insurrection and something civil libertarians have warned against.The prospect of expanded investigative and prosecutorial tools arose during a Friday briefing with reporters in which multiple Justice Department and FBI officials described an expansive array of authorities already available to them.While there is no domestic terrorism statute, and U.S. officials can not designate a domestic group for sanction like they can a foreign one, one senior official acknowledged that statutory definitions of domestic terrorism “expand a lot of authorities we can use,” such nationwide search warrants, expanded law-enforcement access to tax and educational records, and harsher sentencing.First Capitol Riot Hearing Only Raised More Questions About Jan. 6But on Friday, a senior Justice Dep...

DOJ pledges enhanced focus on domestic terror ahead of Biden speech

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Department of Justice (DOJ) officials are vowing a renewed focus on domestic terrorism, warning that officials see a threat of renewed violence surrounding President Biden’s upcoming speech before a https://bit.ly/3r0HMzQ via afromusictalk

McConnell to support Trump if party picks him as its 2024 nominee

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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, who excoriated former President Donald Trump over the deadly Jan. 6 Capitol riot less than two weeks ago, said on Thursday that he would "absolutely" vote for Trump if he became the 2024 Republican presidential nominee. McConnell, who Trump blasted last week as "a dour, sullen, and unsmiling political hack," said he expects to see an open contest for the Republican White House nomination in 2024 but showed no hesitation in backing Trump when asked whether he would vote for him as nominee. from Google News https://yhoo.it/2P2ETQL via afromusictalk

Mitch McConnell ‘absolutely’ would support Trump if GOP nominee in 2024

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Senate Minority Leaders Mitch McConnell says he would back Donald Trump if he wins the 2024 GOP nomination, but focus should be on winning midterms from Google News https://fxn.ws/3pXbrsn via afromusictalk

US launches first airstrike under Biden against Iran-backed target in

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The US on Thursday launched an airstrike in Syria that targeted a structure reportedly belonging to an Iran-backed militia. The strike was approved by President Joe Biden, two officials told from Google News https://bit.ly/3uw4LVr via afromusictalk

McConnell says he'll 'absolutely' support Trump in 2024 if he's the GOP nominee

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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said Thursday he would "absolutely" support former President Donald Trump if he became the GOP presidential nominee in 2024, a notable commitment following his recent blistering critiques of the former President. from Google News https://cnn.it/2NwWWyn via afromusictalk

Senate parliamentarian rules against including minimum wage in Covid relief bill

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The Senate parliamentarian has ruled against including the increase in the minimum wage in the Covid relief bill, an aide familiar with the process and two sources with direct knowledge of the situation tell CNN. from Google News https://cnn.it/3aSfTnV via afromusictalk

McConnell says he'd back Trump as 2024 GOP nominee

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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), who just weeks ago excoriated former President Trump on the Senate floor, blaming him for the riot at the Capitol, on Thursday said he would back Trump from Google News https://bit.ly/37Qo0PR via afromusictalk

$15 minimum wage not allowed in Biden's Covid relief bill, Senate official says

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Police chief warns of extremist desire to "blow up" Capitol

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Equality Act: House passes sweeping LGBTQ+ rights bill

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Key bill, which amends 1964 Civil Rights Act, passes 224-216 but faces uncertain future in evenly divided Senate from Google News https://bit.ly/3aSfSAn via afromusictalk

US bombs facilities in Syria used by Iran-back militia

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States launched airstrikes in Syria on Thursday, targeting facilities used by Iranian-backed militia groups. The Pentagon said the strikes were in retaliation for a... from Google News https://bit.ly/3kqv4YC via afromusictalk

Top Senate Official Disqualifies Minimum Wage From Stimulus Plan

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The parliamentarian ruled that the provision, which would gradually increase the wage to $15 an hour, violated the strict budgetary rules that limit what can be included in the package. from Google News https://nyti.ms/3uxLMtJ via afromusictalk

Opinion | The Equality Act can become law — if Democrats will add religious exemptions

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LGBTQ advocates have a historic shot at federal rights protections. from Google News https://wapo.st/2MqIXcF via afromusictalk