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Ursula, Nana B grace Daddy Lumba’s birthday party
Daddy Lumba
Numerous well-known Ghanaians gathered to celebrate with Highlife legend Daddy Lumba at his 60th birthday party.
Dignitaries such as Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, Member of Parliament for Ablekuma South, and NPP National Organiser Henry Nana Boakye (Nana B) were among those that attended the event.
The attendees spanned various fields, including politics, religion, and showbiz, each playing their part in the celebration.
Ursula Owusu-Ekuful and Nana B participated in the cake-cutting ceremony while enjoying the event and supporting the celebrant.
Bishop Kwabena Asiamah, leader of the Ajagurajah movement, was also present and ‘showered’ cash on Daddy Lumba as he performed one of his hits, ‘Se Sumye Kasa.’
Gospel musicians Brother Sammy and Empress Gifty thrilled the audience with their performances.
Ofori Amponsah, Prayetietia, Okyeame Kwame, and others also entertained guests with their popular tunes.
Serwaa Amihere, a close friend of Daddy Lumba, graced the event and even performed alongside him on stage.
Actresses including Nana Ama McBrown, Beverly Afaglo, Gloria Safo, Jessica Williams, and many others were spotted at the event.
Daddy Lumba’s 60th birthday party was held on September 29, 2024, at the Bayview Village in Accra. Born on September 29, 1964, in Nsuta, Ashanti Region, Lumba is a prolific Ghanaian singer and songwriter with about 34 albums to his name, featuring hits like “Anidasoɔ Wɔhɔ Ma Obiara,” “Ohia Asɛm,” “Ɛmmere Pa Bɛba,” and “Agya Bi Wua Agya Bi Tease.”
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
