MC Portfolio Urges TGMA to Broaden Criteria for Evaluating Hit Songs

Prominent Ghanaian entertainment pundit MC Portfolio has called on the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) board to expand their criteria for determining successful songs beyond just streaming numbers. Speaking on Hitz FM on January 19, 2026, he emphasized the importance of considering traditional metrics that reflect a song's cultural impact. Portfolio pointed out that many music consumers in Ghana engage with music outside of digital platforms, highlighting the need for a comprehensive measurement framework that includes factors such as radio play, nightclub performances, and audience reactions. He specifically praised artist Wendy Shay for her significant contributions in 2025 and advocated for her recognition in the Artiste of the Year category, underscoring the relevance of diverse musical engagement in the evolving landscape of music consumption.