Entertainment
GMA-USA @5 launched
Mr. Boafo
Organisers of Ghana Music Awards-USA (GMA-USA) have launched the 5th anniversary edition of the event in Ghana.
The launch which took place in Accra last Friday was attended by musicians and some industry players.
The unveiling officially commenced activities for the fifth anniversary which would be followed with the GMA-USA @5 Nominees Announcement/Anniversary Dinner on April 20, 2024 in the United States of America (USA).
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the scheme, Dennis Boafo expressed his appreciation to the various stakeholders for continuous support since the inception of the programme five years ago.
He said that even though they have encountered numerous challenges, the event has kept growing in leaps and bounds with the tremendous support from key industry stakeholders.
Mr. Boafo noted that the performing artistes for this edition would be announced later adding that the scheme is the only entertainment event which is rotated in the USA.
He said the event has been held in New York, Ohio, Virginia and New Jersey within the five years to ensure that Ghanaians living in every part of the USA experience the awards scheme.
Mr.Boafo revealed that nomination certificates initiated at the early stages of the scheme would be reintroduced and together with the team ensure every winner receives his or her plaque.
According the brain behind the event, there would be an exhibition for sponsors and other stakeholders to showcase their products ahead of the main event.
Touching on the reason for the ‘Music Can’t Stop Playing’ theme, Mr.Boafo revealed that it is aimed at ensuring that 100 percent of Ghanaian music is played throughout the event.
As part of the fifth anniversary celebration, there has been a tweak to the original logo of GMA-USA to properly represent Ghana and America connection.
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
