Entertainment
Sonnie Badu reveals why he chose Grand Arena over Accra Sports Stadium for ‘Rhythms of Afrika’ concert
Multiple award-winning Ghanaian US-based musician, Sonnie Badu has revealed why he chose the Grand Arena over the Accra Sports Stadium for his Rhythms of Afrika concert on December 9, 2023.
The gospel heavyweight has returned to Ghana with a concert this December dubbed Rhythms of Afrika Concert.
Responding to a question from Entertainment Journalist, Edem Mensah-Tsotorme on Hitz FM as to why he chose the Grand Arena over the Accra Sports Stadium, Sonnie Badu revealed that any time he performs in the open and raises the Let it Rain song, it is followed by a downpour.
According to him, it happened the last time he performed at the Accra Sports Stadium, Kumasi and Cote d’Ivoire.
“The reason why we couldn’t take the stadium this time is, I don’t want rain to beat you, if I stand there, it will rain, if I start Let It Rain it will start raining, it will rain, it happened in Accra, Kumasi and Ivory Coast,” he said.
Against this backdrop, Sonnie Badu said such rains disrupt events and spoil instruments, for this reason, he decided to host the event at the Grand Arena on December 9, to avoid any rains.
“People will stand in the rain, but it spoils instruments and other things,” he said.
Additionally, Sonnie Badu said he wants the patrons of the event to enjoy the show uninterrupted.
“This time round I want people to experience what it will be like if there is no rain,” he concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Franky 5 is new host of Max Morning Live
Celebrated radio and television personality Frank Kwabena Owusu affectionately called Franky 5 has officially joined the iMAX Media Group.
The renowned presenter is set to light up the screens of Max TV as host of the station’s flagship morning show, Max Morning Live, starting Monday, September 8, 2020, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Franky 5 brings with him many years of rich experience in media, combining exceptional television and radio presentation skills with a proven track record in event organisation and creative production. His addition promises to deliver an exciting, refreshing experience to viewers of Max TV.
Over the years, Franky 5 has carved a unique niche in the Ghanaian media and showbiz industry with his dynamic and versatile style of presentation. Whether formal or informal, his delivery blends professionalism with an engaging flair that resonates with diverse audiences.
Beyond his on-screen duties, Franky 5 will also serve as Head of Entertainment and Events at iMAX Media Group, where he will play a key role in shaping the station’s entertainment content and driving innovative initiatives.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Osanju is dead
Popular Ghanaian content creator, Elvis Frimpong, known in showbiz circles as Osanju has been reported dead.
According to sources, he was said to have died in the early hours on Monday, September 1, 2025 after a long battle with blood cancer (Leukemia)
His death has been a shock in the Ghanaian community especially coming shortly after his last post.
His demise comes five months after he had laid his mother, Amounu, also a tiktoker, to rest, having lost her in January.
Hours before his passing, he had posted a video on Sunday with friends watching the Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano match, prompting many fans to initially dismiss the reports as a hoax.
Osanju’s death has been described as a huge loss by followers who admired his openness, resilience and positive outlook in the face of ill health.
However, Osanju had previously shared his battle with leukemia, a cancer of the blood, on his TikTok account, even eerily predicting his own demise on a couple of occasions.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
