Ghanaian musician, Gasmilla, has announced the date for the maiden edition of the Abelefest concert which is set to take place in Ghana this year.
Speaking in an interview with Ghana Weekend, the singer, known for his pioneering role in popularising Ghana’s Azonto music, said the event will take place on October 8th 2022 at Alliance Francaise event centre in Accra.
He explained that Abelefest is also intended to celebrate Ga culture, particularly popular traditional meals such as banku and kenkey, which are prepared with corn.
“In the Ga language, abele means corn. Abelefest is basically to showcase the beauty of Ga culture. It is the perfect place to be for the best combination of Ga food and Ga music.”
Gasmilla will headline the event with veteran musician Adani Best and Cina Soul.
Other notable artistes on the bill are Kokui Selormey, Marince Omario, Long life, and Papillon Blood and Luther and Apaatse.
Organisers have also named former boxer, Braimah Kamoko aka Bukom Banku as the MC for the night.
By Lord Kweku Sekyi
