Entertainment
Miss Musilimah Ghana beauty pageant launched
A maiden beauty pageant aimed at projecting Islamic values, dubbed Miss Musilimah Ghana (MMG) 2020 has officially been launched.
The event which will draw participation from all sects of young Muslim women was launched at the Accra City Hotel formerly NOVOTEL, last Saturday.
Participants are expected to be between the ages of 18 and 29 years to celebrate beauty, fashion and style in Islamic perspective.
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Executive Officer of Miss Musilimah Ghana, Ms Hawa Alidu said the pageant had nothing to do with nudity or any form of indecent dressing.
She said as part of positive reflection, it would showcase Islamic teachings and values, as well as exhibit the essence of hijab as a symbol of modesty and privacy.
Ms Hawa Alidu said, potential contestants should first seek the permission of their parents, and have background in Islamic teachings before acquiring the forms for the audition which is expected to start on September 5, ahead of the main event in October, 2020.
As part of activities, there would be photoshoot, video presentation, fun parks, educational activities, among other exciting programmes which would positively impact the lives of contestants.
She said the platform would be used as an avenue to help young Muslim women contribute to community and national development through humanitarian services.
The crown for the pageant which has the crescent moon and stars, a key symbol of Islam embossed on it was unveiled at the launch.
The chairperson for the occasion was the Marketing and Media Relations Manager of Electroland Ghana and CEO of Kuburah Diamonds, Mrs Adizah Kuburah Sadiq, who urged all Muslims to support such a worthy initiative to project Islamic values among the youth.
Mrs Sadiq who is also a Zongo women activist said MMG would afford young Muslim women the rare platform to bring out their best and positively impact society.
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
