Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), Charterhouse, have addressed public concerns over the absence of Shatta Wale and music duo Dope Nation from the nomination list for the 27th edition of the awards.
Robert Klah, Head of Public Events and Communications at Charterhouse, explained that Dope Nation did not submit entries for nomination, even though their works were captured within the awards’ monitoring system. Efforts to reach the duo for feedback and potential participation were unsuccessful.
Klah noted that initial contact was made with representatives linked to the group, and assurances of follow-up communication were given, but no response was received after subsequent engagements. Charterhouse acknowledged Dope Nation’s significant contributions to the music scene, particularly their hit songs and dance anthems, and emphasized that the awards scheme remains open to continuous engagement with all artistes.
Regarding Shatta Wale, organisers highlighted the artiste’s long-standing public position of disinterest in the awards, which explains his absence from the nominations. However, they remain open to future reconciliation, as has been the case with other artistes in previous editions.
Charterhouse affirmed that it maintains open communication with all artistes and hopes that ongoing dialogue will encourage broader participation in future editions of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
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