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Ras Kuuku’s ‘Me Mpaebo’ is a nice gospel song – Celestine Donkor
Ghanaian Gospel artiste Celestine Donkor has waded in the conversation about the Telecel Ghana Music Awards’ rule that bars non-gospel artistes from being nominated in its gospel music categories.
Celestine explained in an interview with Doreen Avio on Daybreak Hitz what constitutes a gospel song.
“What makes a gospel song, according to me, what I understand is when the content is sort of affiliated to God or, you know, connected to something about God or something that, you know, using godliness to encourage people or to inspire people or to communicate some sort of advice. And that is what we in quotes do here as gospel,” she said.
Asked if Ras Kuuku’s song ‘Me Mpaebo’ is a gospel song, she replied “It’s a gospel song. Yes, it’s a gospel song. It’s a very nice song.”
Celestine cited Kwabena Kwabena’s song ‘Bue Kwan Mame’ as an example, saying that although it may not be traditionally considered a gospel song.
“For instance Kwabena Kwabena’s ‘Bue kwan Mame’, I found myself singing that song a couple of times because at a point where you need God to open the doors for you, the song will make sense to you, you understand,” she further noted.
In other news, Celestine Donkor has released her new single ‘Amazing’ and is gearing up for the 11th edition of Celestial Praiz, scheduled for March 9th at 3:55 pm.
The event will feature an impressive lineup of gospel artistes from Ghana, Nigeria, and South Africa, including Minister GUC, Zaza, Rev Dadson, and Kwaku Teye at the Victory Bible church. Tickets are available for 60 GHS (regular), 150 GHS (VIP), 200 GHS (family of 5), and 110 GHS (couple).
Source: Myjoyonline.com
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
