Ghanaian rapper and entrepreneur Okyeame Kwame has thrown his support behind King Paluta as Artiste of the Year.

In a Facebook post, Okyeame Kwame wrote: “Artiste of the year. Signed sealed delivered. And he is wearing the love equation by ok. Medaase.”

A recent social media post has ignited discussions on who should be crowned Artiste of the Year at the upcoming Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), even though no specific award scheme was mentioned.

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Many industry watchers believe King Paluta has been a standout performer in 2024, citing his impressive consistency and visibility. His success has been fueled by the release of three major hits—Aseda, Makoma, and Pop Champagne—along with a full-length album and a series of performances on both local and international stages.

His dominance in the music scene has led many to see him as a strong contender for the top award.

However, other fans are throwing their support behind King Promise, who was a top contender for the title last year, as well as Stonebwoy, whose stellar work in 2024 has been widely recognized by industry stakeholders. Many believe the dancehall star has made a strong case to reclaim the Artiste of the Year honor.

The TGMA Artiste of the Year award is presented to the musician who has demonstrated the greatest audience appeal and popularity over the year.

The selection is based on input from the Academy, Board, and General Public, with criteria including the release of a hit single, EP, or album, as well as securing significant nominations.

While anticipation continues to build, the official list of nominees for this year’s awards has yet to be announced by the organizers.