Bishop Osei-Bonsu's Grave Gets Facelift After 18 Years, Kwame Micky Shares Emotional Tribute

• The gravesite of Reverend Bishop Michael Osei Bonsu in Goaso, Brong Ahafo region, has received a facelift
• The renowned gospel singer died 18 years ago on Friday, July 6, 2007, after a long battle with cancer
• It was an emotional moment as his family and colleagues paid their respects to him again
• YEN.com.gh spoke to entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh about Bishop Osei-Bonsu's legacy

A group of sympathisers, comprising seasoned music producer Kwame Mickey, has turned Bishop Osei Bonsu's grave site into a tiny moment.

On September 10, 2025, Kwame Mickey shared his moments in Osei-Bonsu's native hometown, Goaso, where he was buried.

He was accompanied by a few friends, family members and associates of Michael Osei Bonsu.

When they arrived at the cemetery, there was no trace of the singer's grave.

After 18 years, it had been swallowed by weeds and heaps of earth. It took a great deal of excavation before the singer's grave site was identified and renovated.

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Kwame Mickey and his group mounted a concrete slab on the site. Bishop Osei Bonsu's name, age, and a bible verse etched onto the concrete slab.

According to Kwame Mickey, he has always longed to honour the late gospel singer's memory with his gesture.

The renowned producer got emotional as he shared a tribute in honour of the late singer.

Speaking to YEN.com.gh, entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh spoke about Osei-Bonsu's legacy saying,

"Not many will remember how big a gospel music star Bishop Michael Osei Bonsu was. It's a great thing to see his name revived after so many years. With the gravesite revamped, the local community can leverage it for inspiration and tourism, helping people understand how much of an icon he was."

Biography of Michael Osei Bonsu

Bishop Michael Osei Bonsu, with over 70 classics, was an icon in Ghana's gospel music industry.

He was known for his distinct voice and signature accordion, which gleefully played in his songs, videos and performances.

His death brought up several allegations and conspiracies. While his children dragged his extended family to court over where he should be buried, rumours about his friend Pastor Love masterminding his death surfaced.

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Pastor Love has vehemently denied the allegations despite his heated feud with the late singer before his death.

Netizens react to Osei-Bonsu's legacy

YEN.com.gh gathered a few comments from social media fans.

Rita Kpobi said

Bishop use to sew in my madam shop in Dansoman..may his soul rest in peace

Hay Ford

Ahhh what’s happening

This song just came through my mind (gyina pintin). I quickly went to YouTube and search for it. And here again I came across this post

Jacob SB

God richly bless you bro. Bishop still remains one of Ghana’s greatest gospel musician of all time.

Nana Adom

Bro no one should thank you for this but we should ask for long life with healthy life for you, thank you is not enough. What you've done is beyond thank you and expectations. God bless you for showing love. Stay Blessed Bro

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Source: YEN.com.gh