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YEN.com.gh has launched the fourth edition of its annual YEN Entertainment Awards, which honours Ghanaian creativesThe 2025 YEN Awards will see the addition of new categories, moving from 12 in the previous edition to 15A member of the awards' jury board, Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, a.k.a. NYB, is optimistic that the 2025 edition will be exciting YEN.com.gh has launched the 2025 edition of its prestigious YEN Entertainment Awards. The 2025 edition will be the fourth since the maiden edition in 2022. Following in the success of previous editions, this year's awards will once again shine a spotlight on exceptional talents across various entertainment sectors, recognising their dedication, creativity, and significant impact on Ghanaian popular culture. The YEN Entertainment Awards is a platform to honour outstanding individuals who have made remarkable contributions to their respective fields in the entertainment industry. The ceremony celebrates those who have not only excelled in their craft but have also captured the hearts and admiration of the Ghanaian public. The year under review for this edition is October 2024 to September 2025, encompassing achievements, performances, and contributions made throughout the calendar year. 2025 YEN Entertainment Awards jury board members Just like the third YEN Entertainment Awards, the 2025 edition includes a distinguished jury panel in the nomination selection process. The eminent jury tasked with this responsibility comprises some of Ghana's most respected entertainment industry figures: Kwame Dadzie - Renowned media personalityGloria Akpene (MzGee) - Entertainment journalist and TV presenterYaw Boadu Ayeboafo (NBY) - Brands expert and music executiveTilly Akua Nipaa - Media personality While the expert jury will curate the nominations, the final decision on winners will rest in the hands of the public through online voting. The voting period runs for one month and is completely free for all participants, ensuring that every Ghanaian has their say in celebrating their favourite entertainers. Categories for 2025 YEN Entertainment Awards A total of 15 categories have been created, moving from 12 in the previous editions. The three new additions are the Sports Personality, Social Media Star (Diaspora), Kumawood Actress and Actor of the Year categories. Below are the categories of awards up for grabs: Actor of the Year (English)Actress of the Year (English)Actor of the Year (Kumawood)Actress of the Year (Kumawood)Male Artiste Of The YearFemale Artiste of the YearMost Fashionable Celeb of the Year (Male)Most Fashionable Celeb of the Year (Female)Social Media Star (YouTube)Social Media Star (TikTok)Social Media Star (Diaspora)Sports Personality of the YearComedian of the YearDancer of the YearChangemaker of the Year Great avenue to reward Ghanaian creatives Shedding light on the nominations, a jury member, Yaw Boadu Ayeboafo, popularly known as NYB, who is the label head of Amin Music, indicated that the process was a meticulous one. NYB, who is in his second year as a member of the YEN Awards jury, expressed optimism that the 2025 edition was going to be exciting. "The nominees were well thought through, and this year's edition stands the chance of being the most exciting one yet." According to him, the YEN Entertainment Awards scheme is a great avenue to encourage more Ghanaian creatives who are changing narratives with their craft, adding that he expects things to get better. "I expect the celebration of Ghanaian creatives changing the narrative with their craft, and with Yen leading the charge, it is only going to get better," he said. Important dates for 2025 YEN Entertainment Awards October 20 - Awards launch/Nominees announcement October 21 - Voting opens November 21 - Voting closes November 25 - Winners announcement If you have not followed or liked YEN.com.gh pages on social media, for all the trending news in Ghana, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), Telegram, and WhatsApp channels (breaking news, fun group) Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh. Source: YEN.com.gh
