Entertainment
Joseph Matthew wins UK-Based Gospel Song of the Year at 2023 GMA-UK
The Ghana Music Awards UK celebrated the best and brightest of Ghanaian talent on a crisp autumn night in London’s Royal Regency on Saturday, October 7, 2023.
Among the winners was UK-based-Ghanaian Afro-gospel singer Joseph Matthew, who took home the coveted award for UK-based Gospel Song of the Year for his hit song “Blessed”.
Matthew beat out a strong field of nominees, including MayQueen, Samuel Sey, Alice Mackenzie, Yvonne Asamoah, and Minister Kofi Nyarko to claim the award.
His song “Blessed,” produced by Francis Osei and directed by Martin Sean, has become a global hit, inspiring listeners worldwide.
This is the second major award that the ‘Promise Land’ crooner has won. In 2020, he won the International Artist of the Year award at the maiden edition of the Emerging Ghana Music Awards.
He is one of the leading voices in the Afro-gospel genre, and his music continues to inspire and uplift listeners worldwide.
‘Promise Land,’ released in June 2023 is currently at number 9 on the Adom Top 10 Gospel Countdown, the most credible gospel music chart in Ghana.
Ghana Music Awards UK sponsored by Taabea has been one of the most anticipated events on the calendar of Ghanaian musicians in both Ghana and the UK.
Iconic dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale was crowned Artiste of the Year at this year’s awards ceremony.
Watch Blessed and Promise Land Music videos below
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
