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won’t give up, watch out for my next attempt – Afua Asantewaa
Afua Asantewaa
Guinness World Record (GWR) Sing-a-thon attempter, Afua Asantewaa says she is unperturbed by the disqualification and is set to take up another challenge soon.
Social media went ‘wild’ last Friday following the announcement by the world body, that Afua Asantewaa’s five-day singing marathon to break a world record had been unsuccessful following a review.
While many sympathised with her, others descended heavily on her, suggesting that she had the news and kept it away from the supportive public.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro, Afua explained that, she did not withhold the results but rather could not access her account.
“There is no way I could hold onto a result such as this. I am a very strong personality and I believe in not giving up and regardless of the outcome, be it successful or not I would have still shared with Ghanaians anyway,” she explained.
“As I sit here, I do not have an official document to even post on my social media that this is my disqualification letter, I can’t access my account,” she added.
Afua said she would soon announce her next line of action which may be a consideration of a new challenge.
“If I have to do it over and over again till I get it right, I would. There is a lot that I have learnt from the attempt and would work on it in my next challenge,” she stated.
She also apologised to Ghanaians for the unsuccessful attempt and expressed gratitude for the massive support and endorsement.
Afua in December 2023 gave Ghanaians a Christmas destination as thousands troop to the Akwaaba Village in Accra to cheer her during the five-day Sing-a-thon attempt.
By Michael D. Abayateye
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
