According to Rex Omar, the primary reason is in the fundamental purpose of the show.

He explained that, Britain’s Got Talent is designed to discover and promote British talents on a global stage, not necessarily talents from other countries, including Ghana.

This focus on British participants means that non-British contestants face an inherent disadvantage.

Rex Omar emphasized the need for Ghana to invest in its own creative economy.

He suggested that, Ghana should establish platforms such as “Ghana’s Got Talent” to unearth and promote local talents across various creative fields.

These fields include music, fashion, film, design, publishing, architecture, crafts, visual arts, TV and radio, advertising, literature, computer games, and the performing arts.

He highlighted that until Ghana prioritizes and pays attention to its creative economy, the country will continue to lag behind in the global cultural arena.

Rex Omar referred to this as “cultural warfare,” stressing the importance of nurturing and promoting homegrown talents to achieve recognition and success on an international level.

Dance teacher, Afronita, 20, and her protégé Abigail, seven, were among 11 finalists, including a choir, a magician, and a Japanese skipping group.

Singer Sydnie Christmas took the top prize, followed by Jack Rhodes in second place, and Abigail and Afronita in third.

See the voting percentages below:

• Sydnie Christmas (singer) – 27.2%
• Jack Rhodes (magician) – 15.8%
• Abigail & Afronitaaa (dancing duo) – 10.4%
• Innocent Masuku (singer) – 8.8%
• The Trickstars (dancing dog act) – 8.4%
• Trixy (magician) – 5.9%
• Mike Woodhams (singing impersonator) – 5.4%
• Alex Mitchell (comedian) – 5.3%
• Northants Sings Out (choir) – 4.9%
• Ssaulabi Performance Troupe – 4.8%
• Haribow (double dutch group) – 3.1%

Fuse ODG commended the duo for their exceptional representation of Ghana on such a prominent platform.

He remarked that their performance added to the ongoing efforts to spotlight Ghana’s cultural richness on the global stage.

As a pioneer in representing Ghana in the UK music scene, Fuse ODG said his heart warmed seeing others contribute to the promotion of Ghanaian culture abroad.

He lauded Afronita and Abigail for their stellar dance performance, noting that they perfectly complemented the energy and vibe of his Azonto song.

Fuse ODG extended his congratulations and full support to Afronita and Abigail, adding that Ghana is definitely on it’s way to making a mark in the entertainment sphere.

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The event, attended by notable figures including Mansa Williams, a Board Member of the National Theatre, Dr. Fio from the National Commission on Culture (NCC), and Ministry officials, marked a significant milestone for the Ghanaian dance community.

For Afronita and Abigail, Their auditions at the British Got Talent was the realization of a lifelong dream.

Despite Abigail’s hearing impairment, the duo mesmerized the audience with their captivating performance, adorned in vibrant Kente-inspired attire, symbolizing Ghana’s rich cultural heritage.

Afronita, also known as Danita Akosua Adoma, is not only a gifted dancer but also a Level 300 student at the University of Ghana.

She has established her own dance studio, where she passionately nurtures and mentors aspiring dancers, embodying the spirit of empowerment and creativity.

Speaking on behalf of the National Theatre, the Executive Director reiterated their commitment to supporting Ghanaian professionals in the performing arts. He emphasized the National Theatre’s role as a platform for showcasing the diverse talents of Ghanaians, and expressed pride in Afronita and Abigail’s success on the global stage.

The meeting between Afronita and the Minister of Tourism underscores the importance of recognizing and nurturing talent within Ghana’s vibrant arts and culture sector.

It serves as a testament to the power of dance as a universal language of expression and unity, transcending barriers and inspiring audiences worldwide.

As they continue to garner recognition and acclaim, Afronita and Abigail stand as shining examples of Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess.

Their journey exemplifies the transformative impact of passion, perseverance, and unwavering support in achieving one’s dreams.

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In an interview with Adom TV, she called on all Ghanaians to support them with their votes in the upcoming semi-finals at the end of this month.

After a meeting with the Tourism Ministry, Afronitaa revealed that the Minister pledged support for her journey to the semi-finals stage.

According to Afronitaa, the achievement isn’t about herself, but the happiness she brings to the faces of Ghanaians and the young dancer Abigail she has been collaborating with.

“It’s about passion and the love I have for dancing… I’m not doing this just for myself, and I urge Ghanaians to vote for me and give their support so we can make it through the semi-finals,” she said in an interview with Adom TV’s Maame Boatemaah.

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He expressed his gratitude to God for swiftly propelling Abigail and Afronitaaa to prominence on the global platform.

Reflecting on his support for Abigail during her victorious run on Talented Kidz in 2023 and her dedicated efforts to achieve such international recognition,  Mr. George said the journey of the young dancer is remarkable.

George said their success on Britain’s Got Talent marks the beginning of many more achievements in their dance careers.

“Watching Abigail’s journey unfold, I am immensely thrilled and thankful to God for the opportunities that have come her way. From my initial call for support to her triumphant journey to Britain’s Got Talent, it’s been a remarkable and miraculous series of events.

“Blessings to her parents and Afronitaaa for accompanying her on this journey. This is just the start! From Ningo-Prampram to the global stage!” he wrote on his X page.

Watching the journey of my little lioness ‘Abigail’, I am super excited but grateful to God for the blessings He has brought her way.

From my first post asking you to support her to the grand finale and sending her off to Britain’s Got Talent her journey has been incredible and… pic.twitter.com/5HoHYJcCUa

— Sam ‘Dzata’ George ??? (@samgeorgegh) May 5, 2024

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About Afronitaaa and Abigail’s performance on Britain’s Got Talent:

Clad in vibrant yellow shirts and black pants adorned with Kente accents, Afronitaaa graced the stage, proudly holding the Ghanaian flag. Introducing the duo, she shared the inspiring story of Abigail, a hearing-impaired dancer with an immense passion for dance, captivating both judges and audience alike.

Upon the judges’ request, the duo kicked off their act with Fuse ODG’s “Azonto” song and its remix.

The audience’s excitement reached a crescendo as they danced to Fuse’s “Dangerous Love,” featuring Jamaican dancehall artist Sean Paul.

At the conclusion of their nearly three-minute performance, the entire auditorium, including judges and audience members, rose in standing ovation, with the loudest applause resonating from Afronitaaa’s aunt and Abigail’s mother.

The judges—Simon, Amanda, Alesha, and Bruno—unanimously praised the performance.

Numerous celebrities and public figures have hailed the duo for their breathtaking performance, which showcased Ghanaian talent on the international stage.

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The action against FremantleMedia is listed as dealing with data protection. No other details have been given.

The actor, comedian, and author was a judge on the show from 2012 to 2022.

Last November, he admitted making “disrespectful comments” about two contestants during filming in 2020.

He apologised and said that the remarks “were never intended to be shared”.

The Guardian reported that a leaked transcript seen by the newspaper showed he had made derogatory and sexually explicit remarks about contestants during the recording of an episode of the talent show in January 2020.

In a statement at the time, the TV personality said: “I would like to apologise to the people I made disrespectful comments about during breaks in filming for Britain’s Got Talent in 2020.

“These were private conversations and – like most conversations with friends – were never intended to be shared. Nevertheless, I am sorry.”

Thames TV, which is part of FremantleMedia, said the company regarded Walliams’ comments as private, but that his use of language was “inappropriate”.

This January, Fremantle announced that former Strictly Come Dancing judge Bruno Tonioli would join Britain’s Got Talent for its 2023 series, effectively replacing Walliams.

Walliams remains one of the country’s most successful entertainment figures. He rose to fame alongside Matt Lucas on BBC comedy Little Britain.

During his time on Britain’s Got Talent, he won the prize for best judge at the National Television Awards in 2015, 2018, 2019 and 2020.

He has also enjoyed success as a best-selling author with books including Gangsta Granny and The Boy in the Dress.

The legal case has been filed under Walliams’ real name David Edward Williams. His spokesperson has been asked for comment.

FremantleMedia declined to comment. One of the country’s biggest TV production companies, the company produces Family Fortunes, QI and Never Mind The Buzzcocks, as well as Britain’s Got Talent.

The Sherlock actress said he nearly died twice after last year’s accident during rehearsals for America’s Got Talent: Extreme.

She said the stunt ace, who appeared in the 2019 season of Britain’s Got Talent, now uses a wheelchair.

He was supposed to escape a strait jacket while upside down 30ft in the air in between two suspended cars.

Instead, Mr Goodwin became crushed between them as they caught on fire.

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Ms Abbington, 48, told Jay Rayner’s Out To Lunch podcast: “He fell 30ft and lost a kidney, broke both shoulder blades, shattered both legs.

“Third-degree burns, broke his spine and severed his spinal cord and nearly died. And then on the operating table, he nearly died again.”

“Unless there’s a kind of stem cell surgery, or that thing that Elon Musk is designing with the little chip, he’ll be like that forever,” she said.

Mr Goodwin, originally from Pembrokeshire, has remained “positive and upbeat, and so strong,” she added.

“His courage and his strength is something that I just aspire to be like.

“He’s just incredible, honestly, like so happy, just like a very happy, positive human being, just liquid sunshine. He’s amazing.”

The actress said the stuntman sent a voice note before his surgery to say there was a 50% chance he would not make it.https://54ad722d8a01d652300b0fb1a0b50686.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html

He told her he loved her and thanked her for the past few months of his life with her.

The couple were initially friends on social media for about 10 years. Abbington followed him as her son Joe thought his act was “amazing”.

She said they connected after she split from fellow Sherlock actor Martin Freeman and he had divorced his wife.

At first, Ms Abbington said, they spent hours chatting on the phone each day before he flew to Vienna to meet her for the first time.

Within 30 minutes, Mr Goodwin proposed. The couple plan to marry this summer.

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