This was announced by George Quaye, Public Relations Officer of Charterhouse, organisers of the event. The announcement was made before he signed off on Tuesday April 26 edition of his television show, the Pundits on GhOne.

While it will be Naa Ashorkor’s first time of hosting the event, Chris Attoh will be hosting it for the fourth time. DJ Black has over the years served as the event DJ and announcer and has on all occasions delivered well.

Last year’s event was hosted by radio personality, Nathaniel Attoh and actress Joselyn Dumas.

The 17 edition of the Ghana Music Awards is slated for May 7, 2016 at the Accra International Conference Centre.

Unlike previous editions, there will not be an Industry Awards as it will be merged with the main event.