Entertainment
Celebrating Northern Ghana: ‘Roots Reimagined’ Event showcases culture, cuisine, couture
Accra came alive last Saturday night as Roots by Linnan hosted a vibrant cultural experience celebrating the rich traditions and contemporary creativity of northern Ghana.
The event brought together lovers of culture, fashion, and food for an unforgettable evening filled with heritage and style.
Guests enjoyed a stunning display of northern Ghanaian culture, featuring captivating traditional performances and a delectable array of dishes, including tubaani, wasawasa, and gable, alongside locally brewed drinks like pito and samia.
The highlight of the evening was a spectacular fashion show featuring the ‘Roots Reimagined’ collection, which offered a fresh take on Ghana’s iconic smock fabric.
Every piece, from skirts and trousers to jackets and flowing dresses, was crafted from hand-woven textiles produced by skilled women weavers in the Upper West Region.
Models strutted down the runway to the melodic sounds of a live xylophonist, creating an immersive atmosphere.
In a beautiful homage to heritage, each piece in the collection was given a northern Ghanaian name, reinforcing the deep cultural connections that inspire the brand.
“Roots Reimagined is about preserving heritage while embracing innovation,” said Perfectual Linnan Labik, Founder and Creative Director of Roots by Linnan.
“Through this collection, we honour the artistry of northern Ghanaian women and celebrate the enduring relevance of our traditional fabric in today’s fashion landscape”, she noted.
“I plan on doing this every day, using fashion, food, music, and storytelling to keep the spotlight on northern Ghana. I am also looking forward to collaborating with the government and other creatives to take this vision even further,” she added.
Ms Labik emphasised that the event was not only to celebrate tradition but also showcase the incredible talent of northern artisans and the powerful fusion of culture and modern design.
She said Roots by Linnan is a social enterprise and fashion brand founded in 2015 by Perfectual Linnan Labik.
“It partners with skilled weavers in the Upper West Region to produce authentic smock fabrics, which are then transformed into contemporary, ready-to-wear pieces that blend cultural authenticity with modern design”, Ms Labik explained.
She further added that beyond fashion, Roots by Linnan represents a movement that amplifies northern voices, supports community livelihoods, and reimagines heritage for a global stage.
By Bernard Benghan
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
