Former member of the music group 4X4, Captain Planet recently took to social media to announce the passing of his mother.
Sharing the news with his fans, he expressed his deepest fear of losing his mother and the pain of that fear becoming a reality.
In a touching post, he wrote, “My biggest FEAR in LIFE just happened. Death took a shot at me yesterday and wounded me so badly. I still trust you Lord. Eternal rest grant unto her. Rest Well Mama My Forever First Love ??????”
The heartfelt message reflects his deep sorrow and love for his mother, resonating with many who understand the profound loss of a loved one.
Formerly leading the now-defunct Hiplife/Hip Hop group 4X4, Captain Planet is advocating for Ghanaians to explore opportunities abroad rather than returning to their homeland.
Expressing disillusionment with the country’s leadership, he asserts that Ghanaian authorities overlook the welfare of their citizens while amassing properties overseas.
Captain Planet emphasizes the stark contrast between the financial struggles of Ghanaians and the luxurious lifestyles of their leaders. He advises those with the means to leave not to return, underscoring the uncertainty of their future within Ghana’s borders.
In a candid post shared on X, Captain Planet urges Ghanaians to prioritize their well-being over notions of patriotism.
“If you’re fortunate enough to leave this country, please don’t come back. These leaders are only acquiring properties for their families & they don’t give a shit about you. Don’t die for this country in the name of being patriotic. Your future is not secured here. BE WISE,” he said.
If you’re fortunate enough to leave this country please don’t come back. These leaders are only acquiring properties for their families & they don’t give a shit about you. Don’t die for this country in the name of being patriotic. Your future is not secured here . BE WISE
— CAPTAIN PLANET 4X4 (@CAPTAINPLANETGH) March 8, 2024
Formerly of the renowned 4×4 musical group, Sylvanus Dodji Jeoffrey known popularly as Captain Planet has delivered a stark warning to Ghanaians fortunate enough to have relocated abroad, urging them not to consider returning amidst the current state of affairs in the country.
Emphasizing the perceived self-serving priorities of Ghana’s leaders, Captain Planet asserts that the relentless pursuit of personal wealth by those in power does not bode well for the well-being of the citizens.
Captain Planet voiced his concerns, asserting that individuals who invest their time and resources in the hope of a prosperous future for the nation may find their efforts futile due to the selfish nature of the country’s leaders.
He goes on to advise against blind patriotism, asserting that the leaders are primarily focused on acquiring properties for their families, neglecting the welfare of the populace.
“If you’re fortunate enough to leave this country, please don’t come back. These leaders are only acquiring properties for their families and they don’t give a sh*t about you. Don’t die for this country in the name of being patriotic. Your future is not secured here. BE WISE,”
Captain Planet expressed this in a message shared on X and sighted by GhanaWeb.
As economic challenges continue to afflict Ghana, some aggrieved citizens express frustration, attributing the hardships to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta. Captain Planet’s candid warning adds to the growing discourse on the nation’s economic struggles and the concerns of its diaspora.
If you’re fortunate enough to leave this country please don’t come back. These leaders are only acquiring properties for their families & they don’t give a shit about you. Don’t die for this country in the name of being patriotic. Your future is not secured here . BE WISE
— CAPTAIN PLANET 4X4 (@CAPTAINPLANETGH) March 8, 2024
Ghanaian musician and one-half of the music group 4×4, Captain Planet has advised Ghanaians to be mindful of their health and lifestyle choices, particularly concerning smoking shisha.
He emphasized that shisha smoking is dangerous and can lead to various health complications and even death. This advice comes in response to comments made by the Member of Parliament for the Ningo Prampram constituency,
Sam George, who criticized some Ghanaian youth for their irresponsible lifestyle choices, including shisha consumption, which can lead to health problems, including kidney issues.
Captain Planet, in his submission, said, “That shisha thing be one hell of a killer but boys dey comot eyes dey smoke . Stop smoking that shisha nonsense you will die early.”
Sam George’s comments on shisha consumption and its potential health risks received mixed reactions from the public. While some agreed with his claims, others questioned the direct link between shisha and kidney failures.
Captain Planet’s advice aligns with the sentiments of other celebrities who have cautioned the public to be mindful of their health and lifestyle choices. Reggie Rockstone, a Hiplife legend, also emphasized the importance of taking care of one’s body. This highlights a growing awareness among public figures about the significance of promoting healthy lifestyles and well-being.
That shisha thing be one hell of a killer but boys dey comot eyes dey smoke . Stop Smoking that shisha nonsense you will die early pic.twitter.com/LFjpyOqOG9
In the Ghanaian music scene, leaving a group while still remaining relevant is like a curse.
On the bridge of working on their journeys, some of these stars who made up the bands end up realising their separation was a bad idea only after their journeys fail drastically.
Some of them put away their pride and work hard to mend their bands to their former glory, but that is as difficult as winning the hearts of fans.
However, some Ghanaian artistes who broke up from their respective groups have been able to still make huge impacts. They have stayed relevant even after going their separate ways.
In this article, Ghanaweekend profiles five of these artists.
1. Captain Planet[4X4]
Captain Planet was the leader of celebrated Ghanaian defunct music group 4X4. The group made up Captain Planet, Coded and Fresh Prince became a household name after releasing ‘Siklitele’ in 2003.
Captain Planet after going solo was able to uphold the trio’s reputation as a monster hit maker with his songs such as ‘Obi Agyi Obi Girl’ and ‘Abordie”.
2. Afriyie [Wutah]
Afriyie was an ardent member of the multiple award-winning Ghanaian music group, Wutah. Wutah, made up of Wutah Kobby, and Afritie parted ways in 2010.
They reunited in 2017 and split again in 2019. They are known for hit songs such as ‘Big dreams’ and ‘Kotosa’.
Ever since Afriyie went solo, he has been able to uphold the reputation of the group by churning out hit songs such as ‘Love Of my life’ and ‘Here to Stay’. These songs won him ‘Best Male Vocal Performer of the Year’ award at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.
3. Efya [Irene & Jane]
Irene & Jane was formed after contesting in the first edition of the defunct reality show ‘Stars of the Future’ in 2006. The duo with their silky voices went solo some 15 years ago.
While Efya went on to grab top awards and was adjudged the best vocalist of the year consecutively, Irene went private and in her own words, she experienced major setbacks including addiction and depression.
Efya won Best Female Vocal Performance at the Ghana Music Awards in four succession. In March 2021, 3Music Network included Efya on its list of the Top 30 Most Influential Women in Music.
4. Sparqlyn (Dunsin)
Dunsin, a celebrated Hiplife music group then made up of Ernest Obeng aka Omega, Ernest Wiafe-Koranteng aka Sweet Lips and Ahmed Kenneh Larweh aka Sparqlyn have records including “fefeefe”, “Oyadieyie” and “Falaa” which was formed in 2003, started recording professionally in 2005 and got their first smash hit ‘Oyeadieyie’.
Sparqlyn, after going solo has released a lot of good songs such as ‘Your Body’, and “Tumpa” that are doing very well on various streaming platforms.
5. Dada Hafco [Mframa]
Terry Asare Boamah, known by the stage name Dada Hafco is a Ghanaian high-life musician. He was formerly of the group called Mframa before going solo.
His song “Yebewu Nti” was nominated in the 2018 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards as the Highlife Song of the Year. He was also nominated for the Highlife Artiste of the Year in the VGMA for two years in a row.
Disk Jockey, DJ Ikon has been nominated in two categories of the 10th edition of the Ghana DJ Awards organized by the Merqury Republic.
He earned spots in the Male Radio DJ of the Year and Afrobeats/Hiplife DJ of the Year category.
He faces fierce competition from other giants such as Joy FM’s DJ Wobete, Citi FM’s DJ Mingle, as well as YFM’s DJ Loft in the Male Radio DJ of the year category, whiles he battles for supremacy with heavyweights such as DJ Vyrusky, DJ Phletch, and several other superb disk jockeys in the Afrobeats/Hiplife DJ category.
DJ Ikon; full name Kwabena Koduah is the official DJ for Cruise Control and The Mixtape Show on Hitz FM.
DJ Ikon
He is hoping to grab his first award and is very optimistic that he will emerge the winner in the categories he has been nominated in.
His music selection skills are second to none and have the ability to wow patrons on the radio as well as at any social gathering he is billed to perform.
He also happens to be the official DJ for award-winning Ghanaian rapper Kofi Mole.
Kofi Mole and DJ Ikon
Organizers of the annual Ghana DJ Awards Festival, have released the first set of performers to mount the big stage on November 5, 2022, at the Silver Star Tower.
Rocking the big stage on November 5, at the Silver Star Tower, will be Stonebwoy, Kuami Eugene, Obaaba Christy, Keche, Andy Dosty, DJ Aroma, DJ Azonto, and AK Songstress.
Over the past 10 years, the Ghana DJ Awards night has been graced with performances from a tall list of acts such as Medikal, DJ Vyrusky, Andy Dosty, DJ Switch, Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, Kidi, Kuame Eugene, MzVee, Captain Planet, Patapaa, Adina, D-Black, Flowking Stone, Mr. Drew, Kwabena Kwabena amongst others.
On Saturday, October 15, as part of the Ghana DJ Awards Festival, Merqury Republic organized the 3rd edition of the Ghana DJ Clinic, an educational curation designed to educate, empower and foster meaningful relationships among incoming and professional DJs alongside other creatives.
Merqury Republic, organizers of the annual Ghana DJ Awards Festival, popularly referred to as Africa’s Biggest DJ Event, have released the first set of performers to mount the big stage on November 5, 2022, at the Silver Star Tower.
Fans will witness action-packed non-stop performances from notable DJs and music acts from across Ghana and beyond.
“We have been waiting since our last edition to celebrate our 10th anniversary in grand style. Now we are a couple of weeks out, and the excitement is palpable,” says Merqury Quaye, Founder of the Ghana DJ Awards Festival.
Rocking the big stage on November 5 at the Silver Star Tower is sensational award-winning Reggae/Dancehall star Stonebwoy, Highlife star Kuami Eugene, Gospel act Obaaba Christy, Keche, Kumasi’s finest Andy Dosty, DJ Aroma, DJ Azonto, AK Songstress, dancer Incredible Zigi and the Afrozig Dance Company, The Militants Dance Group, DJ Xpliph, Deri, Lumi DMR and Vanilla.
According to organizers, the lineup explains the relationship between DJs and musicians.
“We are genuinely excited about this year’s event. DJs play vital roles in promoting our music across the globe. Therefore, it is refreshing to note that musicians recognize these efforts and will mount the stage to celebrate the biggest night in DJ culture with us. There are more to be announced,” Merqury added.
Over the past ten years, the Ghana DJ Awards night has been graced with performances from a tall list of acts such as Medikal, DJ Vyrusky, Andy Dosty, DJ Switch, Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, Kidi, Kuame Eugene, MzVee, Captain Planet, Patapaa, Adina, D-Black, Flowking Stone, Mr. Drew, Kwabena Kwabena amongst others.
On Saturday, October 15, as part of the Ghana DJ Awards Festival, Merqury Republic organized the 3rd edition of the Ghana DJ Clinic, an educational curation designed to educate, empower and foster meaningful relationships among incoming and professional DJs alongside other creatives.
The Ghana DJ Awards Festival continues to be the only award show dedicated to recognizing, developing, and rewarding Disc Jockeys across Africa. The theme for the 2022 event is ‘The Greatest’.
Seasoned rapper, Obrafour, on Thursday, published an 18-year-old photo of his music duo, 4×4, made up of Captain Planet and Coded.
The throwback image with so many memories behind it was taken in 2004 during the Execution Dairy tour.
Fans of Obrafourwho reacted to the post congratulated the Ghanaian artistes for holding them down back in the day with their timeless tunes
In the Thursday’s post, Obrafourcalled on the public to “respect pacesetters” in the music industry.
“#tbt with Captain Planet 4×4 and Coded4x4 during the ‘Execution Dairy’ promotional tour back in 2004. #kasahari #thisishiplife #ghanamusictotheworld #respectthepacesetters,” he wrote.
Meanwhile, Captain Planet and Coded of 4X4 fame have gone their separate ways after working together for years.
The two have released solo projects like ‘Abodie’ and ‘Dada Damoase’.
Struck by the death of the late veteran actor Ekow Blankson, popular Ghanaian actress Nana Ama McBrownhas taken to social media to offer a touching tribute to his colleague.
The actress is one of the many showbiz personalities and sympathizers worldwide that have been left in a state of shock following the passing of the late Mr. Blankson.
The veteran actor, whose sudden demise was announced on the morning of Monday, October 3, 2022, has since sparked various reactions from several Ghanaian celebrities, including the likes of Kobi Rana, Gloria Osei, Prince David Osei, John Dumelo, Roselyn Ngissah, Beverly Afaglo, Martha Ankomah, Captain Planet, and many others who have shared fond memories of him.
In the case of Nana Ama McBrown, she was soaked with a mixture of sadness, fright, and disappointment as she questioned why the actor would depart at this point in his life.
She prayed to God to preserve the lives of people, especially parents, for the sake of their young children.
“Ohhhhhh this Life We are living. Why is it like this? Ohh, Ekow B. So sorry my brother, God favour us. Let us live long because our children are young. Please, please, God. I’m so sad and broken,” she wrote on Instagram.
The late Ekow Blankson is reported to have died while he was on admission at a hospital in Tema, following a short illness.
He is survived by a wife, Justina Naadu Blankson, and children.
Angel FM and Angel TV have been in the Ghanaian media not too long ago but have captured the hearts of many with amazing programmes.
The latest is the introduction of the Anopa Bofoo newspaper review section. On Fridays there is a special edition titled, Old School. This edition gives the presenters the chance to wear old school uniforms and act like their past days in school.
Elderly people who have been in the media are also brought to the studios on Friday to share their experiences.
Today, June 19, 2020, the programme started with an assembly where a host of presenters in their old school uniforms led by Captain Smart and Yaa Brefo.
Then, this is followed by a classroom section in the studios. The student presenters and the general public are educated on some pertinent issues.
Grace Omaboe and Amankwa Ampofo were at the studios today. They however had to bolt out after live snakes were brought to the studios. Even Captain Smart who called for the snakes could barely control himself as he fled in flight upon seeing the snakes.
It took real persuasion to convince him to finally hold one of the snakes. Maame Dokono however did not turn up again till the show was over. She picked her bag immediately she heard that snakes were about to be brought. It was a hilarious sight, seeing Captain Smart on the run from the snakes.
