ACCRA – Praise Reloaded 2025 – Festival of Gratitude in its eleventh edition, Praise Reloaded has matured into one of Ghana’s most powerful gospel worship platforms. This year’s theme, “Festival of Gratitude,” reflected Joe Mettle’s deep thanksgiving for his ministry’s journey, Reverb Studios’ milestones, and God’s sustaining grace.

What began as an annual Ghanaian gospel event has grown into a continental worship movement under Joe Mettle’s leadership. Praise Reloaded 2025 exemplified worship unity—pastoral depth, worship excellence, cultural diversity, and accessible outreach—underpinned by an unwavering spirit of thanksgiving.

Date & Venue: June 29, 2025 at El‑Wak Sports Stadium, Accra.
Gates opened at 1 PM, the worship experience began at 3 PM.

What made the night unique:

Free entry allowed anyone moved by the Spirit to attend—an intentional move by Joe’s ministry to foster accessibility and unity in worship.

High-profile lineup from across Africa ensured rich diversity in worship expressions and deep spiritual resonance.

Massive attendance: the stadium was filled with thousands, transforming the venue into a unified body of praise.

Host: Joe Mettle

Ghanaian gospel powerhouse, born July 5, 1981 in Accra.

First Ghanaian gospel artist to win Artiste of the Year at the VGMA (2017).

Ministries: founder of Joe Mettle Ministries and Reverb Studios; known for Praiz Reloaded (mid-year) and Lovegift (December).

His deep pastoral heart manifested in leading worship messages of gratitude, revival, prayer, breakthroughs, and celebration.

Guest Ministers

Pastor Nathaniel Bassey (Nigeria)

Renowned for the worship anthem “Imela”, trumpet-led worship, and prophetic intercession.

Brought soulful melodies and intercessory worship that created a heightened spiritual atmosphere at the stadium.

Ntokozo Mbambo (South Africa)

Globally acclaimed gospel vocalist known for her emotive and spiritually charged singing.

Her performance provided deep, contemplative moments, reminding worshippers of God’s loving presence.

Akesse Brempong (Ghana)

Celebrated Ghanaian worship leader and songwriter, known for energetic praise projects like “Akesse Brempong & Co.”

Led high-energy praise segments, igniting the crowd with spirited worship and praise.

Pastor Isaiah Fosu-Kwakye Jr.

Ghanaian pastor and gospel preacher, affectionately called “Pastor Isaiah.”

Spoke on gratitude and worship as vital pillars of spiritual transformation, resonating deeply with the event’s theme.

Team Eternity

Ghanaian worship collective known for cohesive, soul-stirring worship arrangements.

Their team ministry created unity in worship and continuity throughout the evening.

Soul Winners

A group where Joe Mettle once served as lead vocalist.

Their reunion during the event was nostalgic and powerful—celebrated as a celebration of past beginnings.

Luigi Maclean, Enuonyam, and others

Emerging Ghanaian ministers who contributed unique praise segments, bringing fresh worship styles and local flavor.

Impactful Moments

Unified Worship Praises: Toward the climax, all ministers joined Joe Mettle and the choir to lead a collective anthem—an unforgettable moment of spiritual unity.

Overflowing Joy & Gratitude: Reminding attendees to bring dancing shoes and handkerchiefs highlighted that worship would span from celebratory praise to heartfelt tears of thanksgiving.

Transformational Encounters: Joe Mettle described his hope for the night—to usher in personal renewal, prayer, healing, and breakthroughs through worship.

Why It Was Free — but Packed

Mission-driven: Joe Mettle Ministries prioritized spiritual impact over revenue—ministry over profit. Free access ensured no one was barred from worship.

Inclusive outreach: It was a gift to the broader community, intentionally accessible for believers, non-believers, and families alike.

Strategic registration: Though free, attendees were encouraged to register ahead to manage logistics and ensure safety.

Strong anticipation: Historical success—from the previous year’s open-air Accra Sports Stadium edition—built excitement and public confidence in another powerful experience.

Why It Mattered

Praise Reloaded 2025 became a deeply spiritual, cross-cultural worship gathering bringing together gospel leaders from across Africa. Its free entry, combined with world-class ministry talent, allowed a diverse and vast audience to experience joy, gratitude, revival, prayer, and breakthrough—encapsulating the Festival of Gratitude theme.

Source: GhanaRegions.com