Entertainment
Apiorkor returns with ‘The Matriarch’s Verse’
• Apiokor
Speaking to The Spectator, Apiorkor promised a great show which would be attended by poetry lovers, art enthusiasts, academics, socialites, opinion leaders, as well as patrons living in Ghana and beyond to enjoy the poetry show.
She said there would be poetic and musical performances by some of Ghana’s most talented artistes.
Apiorkor, also known as Seyiram Ashong-Abbey is a Ghanaian media practitioner, activist of Ga- Daŋme/Ewe ancestry, and author of ‘The Matriarch’s Verse’, an anthology of poetry.
Apiokor is the Head of Programmes Production at Accra-based Citi FM/Citi TV and the hostess of ‘Diplomatic Licence’ and ‘What’s Cooking?’ on Citi TV.
Celebrated Ghanaian Poet, Apiorkor is amplifying her annual poetry concert known as ‘The Matriarch’s Verse’ on November 18, 2022 at the National Theatre in Accra, with lots of exciting and innovative additions to the show.
The Matriarch’s Verse, which is in partnership with the KGL Foundation and the National Theatre of Ghana, is themed ‘Ghana at 65 – The State of the Nation’.
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
