ENTERTAINMENT

Ghanaian Born Singer-Songwriter Nana Kottens Inducted Into The U.S Delta Omega National Honorary Society For Public Health

Published

2 years ago

05/27/2022

Lionel

Ghanaian born singer/songwriter Lewis Kofi Nana Antwi also known as Nana Kottens was officially inducted into the New York Medical College (NYMC) Delta Alpha chapter of Delta Omega, the National Honorary Society for Public Health on May 24, 2022.

Delta Omega is the national honorary society for graduate studies in public health. The society was founded in 1924 at the John Hopkins University School of Hygiene and Public Health (now known as the Bloomberg School of Public Health) to promote excellence and recognize accomplishments in public health. Over 98 years later, Delta Omega has expanded to more than 100 chapters throughout the world and has more than 15000 members from top echelons of graduate schools and programs of public health, as well as the public health community.

Membership is highly selective and recognizes outstanding performance and devotion to the field of public health as well as to the protection and advancement of the health of all people. Alumni are considered for induction based on their outstanding commitment, leadership, scholarship and/or service to the field of public health. It is anticipated that candidates work in the practice of public health can serve as a model for future generations of public health practitioners.

Nana Kottens is a 2015 Master of Public Health (MPH) graduate of New York Medical College. He is currently a Commissioned Officer with the U.S Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and assigned to the U.S Food and Drug Administration as a Biotechnology Investigator. His primary responsibilities are conducting investigations and inspections of domestic and foreign manufacturers of licensed biological drugs and devices, and deploys to assist with public health emergencies in the U.S and overseas. Most recently, he deployed during the COVID19 Pandemic. Nana Kottens continues to contribute immensely to the field of public health, he serves as a mentor to many aspiring public health students, students and graduates. He has offered numerous career counseling to students and graduates, and maintains good relationship with public health institutions in the U.S.

It is not surprising to see Nana Kottens receive such a national honor in the field of public health. His first single “ Mama Don’t Give Up” was released in 2020 to raise awareness/support for individuals and families battling opioid addiction and mental health, and has so far gained over one (1)million views on YouTube. The singer/songwriter latest single “Call Girl” recently received three (3) nominations for best “ U.S Based Male Vocalist of the Year, U.S Based International Collaboration of the Year & U.S Based Hiplife/Hiphop Song of the Year” at the Ghana Music Awards USA nominee announcement. In addition, he has to his credit lovely songs like Odo, and Mama We Miss You. He is also schedule to release another single titled “One More Chance” in December 2022 and his first album “ Never Scared of Trying” on June 30, 2023.

He promise to use music and science to promote and advance public health around the world. Nana Kottens is a true inspiration to many aspiring musicians and public health practitioners.

Article credit
Michael Petit Mawugbe

ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked Queen J Achieves Academic Excellence In Denmark

Published

2 months ago

06/04/2024

Lionel

Revered Ghanaian musician, Wicked Queen J, based in Denmark, has made a remarkable achievement in the academic realm, successfully completing her two-year program in Pharmaceutical and Psychology at ‘Sosuh’, one of Denmark’s most prestigious secondary education and vocational schools specializing in health sciences.

With flying colors, Wicked Queen J has demonstrated her intellectual prowess and dedication to excellence, excelling in a rigorous course that combined the in-depth study of pharmaceuticals, psychology, and related laws. Her comprehensive training encompasses managing and caring for mental health disorders, authorization law, psychopath law, sympathetic law, medical laws, and service laws, showcasing her unwavering commitment to making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

As part of her professional development, Wicked Queen J will undertake a four-month service at the esteemed Psychological Institute Psychiatric Hospital, honing her skills and expertise before commencing full-time service at the same hospital, contributing to the nation’s healthcare sector.

Notably, despite her demanding academic schedule, Wicked Queen J continued to nurture her music career, releasing the chart-topping anthem “I Kill For 2” featuring Yaa Pono and Natty Lee, which remains a staple on radio and music outlets, showcasing her artistic versatility and talent.

To celebrate this milestone, Wicked Queen J’s hit single “I Kill For 2” is available below.

ENTERTAINMENT

Greatness Produtions To Premiere ‘TRAPPED’ On 13th July, 2024 At The CCB Auditorium (KNUST)

Published

2 months ago

06/01/2024

Lionel

TRAPPED is a suspenseful thriller masterpiece based on the events of a true life story, that sheds light on love, betrayal, heartbreak and mystery. The narrative constitutes a married couple with 2 children, where in an event of infidelity the eruption of a myriad of occurrences stems from the other party. TRAPPED employs a psychological path that will keep you at the edge of your seat. You simply would not want to miss out on this piece.

The entire production, comprising pre-production through to post-production elapsed a total of 5 months, with 2 parts of the story to have been filmed some 2 months earlier. Then, the final part produced and pieced together later over a month, followed by a month more which was scheduled for location scouting, grants, and rehearsals.

Filming the final parts took 2 months in total, followed by 2 more months for editing (post-production). The entire production of TRAPPED took place in Kumasi with all locations considered.

TRAPPED is produced and directed by Kwabena Adubofour Agyei-Agyemang, popularly known as ‘Kobbyshots’. Casty Dampson served as the writer and co-director in tandem with Kwaku Edusei Acquah doubling as a script analyzer and an actor. Roland Nsiah Asare, otherwise known as Maxi Made, took charge of the sound department of the film.

Tickets & Premiere Date
TRAPPED will be premiered on the 13th of July, 2024 at the CCB Auditorium (KNUST), Kumasi. Official premiere tickets are currently on sale with an online ticketing platform as well.
Single ticket – 50GH
Double ticket – 80GH
Student – 40GH

Short code for buying tickets online is, *718*900#

To get your tickets kindly contact 0570409777/ 0504018454 /0542236420 /0544893237

Cast
Dr. Likee, Sis.Salo, Allo Maadjoa, Seven Kizs, Tubhanimuziq, Jessica Adu-Boahen(Awuraajay), Ebenezer Winnerman(Hefty), Tessy Lawson, Kwaku Edusei Acquah, Linda Nsiah(EPee), Curtis Osei Kuffour, Sani Enchill, Angelina Osei, Ophelia Osei(Madova), Lucky Mckell, Acheampong Sarkodie Frederick, Gideon Abire(Pages), Deltin Luscious Divine Asare-Bediako Jnr, Afrifa Smith Charles, and many more amazing characters gave their all to bring this story to light.