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E-Flex GH, Ghana’s sole lead choreographer for 13th African Games shares experience
E-Flex GH with some dancers at theopening ceremony of the 13th African Games
One of the highlights of the opening ceremony of the 13th African Games was the spectacular opening ceremony which saw the display of Ghanaian culture and tradition through an outstanding piece of choreography.
It brought together 600 dancers, most of who for the first time, were exposed to an international event and tasked to tell the Ghanaian story through dance.
The bigger task however was on the shoulders of the lead choreographers or trainers who must ensure that their dancers understood and expressed the story in the best possible way.
The team of choreography trainers were from Russia, Dubai, Brazil and Italy with Michael Sarpong known in showbiz as E-Flex GH, the only Ghanaian on the team.
The dance educator and choreographer who recruited the dancers and with support from the other nationals went through weeks of training to produce a masterpiece at the opening ceremony.
Speaking to the Spectator Agoro, E-Flex GH indicated that, it was the largest group of artistes he had to work with for a choreography and delighted they delivered to put Ghana on the global stage.
He said, “It was a dream come true for me as I always wanted to command an international crowd of over 200 people and the African Games gave me over 500 people.”
“We made history and everyone was happy. We managed to exhibit the culture and tradition of our people in the Ashanti Region, Volta Region, Northern Region and the Greater Accra Region through dance, which was exceptional,” he stated.
He explained that, from the showcase of Ashanti and Volta region through the Adowa dance and kente, through the Dambai Takai dance of the people of the northern region and the Agbeko and Adjogbo dance of the Volta region among others, they showcased Ghana to the entire continent and the world at large.
“We also formed an umbrella to portray royalty and speak about unity and togetherness. It is also the best for the dancers in terms of performance and remuneration,” he stated.
E-Flex Gh who had been dancing professionally for a decade and toured Europe and other countries around the world to teach African dance said, he was looking forward to the closing ceremony this weekend where they would put up another exceptional performance.
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
