General News of Monday, 12 February 2018

Source: Vodafone Ghana

Vodafone consoles family of Ebony Reigns

Yolanda Cuba, Chief Executive of Vodafone Ghana Yolanda Cuba, Chief Executive of Vodafone Ghana

Vodafone Ghana has added its voice to the numerous words of condolence being sent out to the family of the late Ghanaian music star - Ebony Reigns.

The talented musician, known in private life as Priscilla Opoku-Kwarteng, died together with two others when the vehicle in which they were travelling, encountered a collision last Friday at Nyamebekyere, near Mankranso in the Ahafo Ano South District of the Ashanti Region.

Social media and other electronic media channels have since been flooded with tons of messages from well-wishers, sympathisers and colleagues, to her family.

Commenting, Yolanda Cuba, Chief Executive of Vodafone Ghana said:

"Her’s was a short but impactful life and it is regrettable that it had to end this way. Ebony was one of my personal favourites, amongst the star-studded list of Ghanaians musicians, and I know her legacy will never die. As a company, we are united in our support for the family as they endure this very difficult time."

Ebony who was returning from visiting family in Sunyani when the unfortunate incident happened was a rising star in the music industry.

Many expected her to win the 'Artiste of the Year' award at the upcoming Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.

Tributes have been pouring in from her fans, celebrities and politicians as well.

According to her father, the 'Hustle' hitmaker was scheduled to leave the country on Saturday, 10th February for a European tour.