George Clifford Owusu: Renowned Entertainment Journalist Reportedly Passes Away
- Veteran Ghanaian media personality George Clifford Owusu has reportedly passed away
- News of his sudden demise was announced on social media on Saturday, September 20, 2025
- Many of George Clifford Owusu's colleagues and friends, including Abeiku Santana, are mourning
- YEN.com.gh spoke to entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh about George Clifford Owusu's demise
Renowned Ghanaian entertainment journalist George Clifford Owusu has reportedly passed away.
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Rumours of the veteran media personality's reported demise emerged on Saturday, September 20, 2025, with some of his colleagues, including Edem Mensah-Tsotorme, later confirming the unfortunate news on social media.
The cause of Clifford Owusu's sudden demise is unknown, with some reports claiming that he had been battling a short illness.
The passing of the award-winning entertainment journalist, who, through his Beatwaves channel, promoted the Ghanaian creative arts industry, comes as a massive loss in the media space.
Below is the social media post confirming the demise of George Clifford Owusu:
Who was George Clifford Owusu?
George Clifford Owusu was a veteran journalist who served as the entertainment editor at the prominent Ghanaian media platform, Daily Guide.
On Saturday, November 30, 2024, he was honoured with the Best Entertainment Journalist/Blogger Award at the Musicians’ Organisation Global (MUSIGLO) event held at the Prestige Suite Hotel in Osu, Accra.
The Swiss Ambassador to Ghana, Simone Giger and other top names in the entertainment industry were also present at the maiden award ceremony in Ghana.
In 2024, he expressed interest in entering politics. He declared his intention to contest for the Akyem Swedru parliamentary seat as an independent candidate in the December 7 elections.
Despite his public declaration, Clifford Owusu, who had been in the media space for over 20 years, was unsuccessful in his attempt to get on the ballot of the elections, which was won by the incumbent Member of Parliament, Kennedy Osei Nyarko of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh speaks on Clifford Owusu's demise
Speaking to YEN.com.gh, entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh shared his thoughts on George Clifford Owusu's demise and its impact on the music industry.
He said:
"It’s a big loss. He was one of the veterans in the entertainment media and was always friendly and welcoming. It is sad news for the industry, and I extend my condolences to his family."
Okyeame Amoako Darkwa passes away
Clifford Owusu's demise comes days after his colleague, Okyeame Amoako Darkwa, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
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The Adom TV presenter, who was a prominent figure in the media's campaign in the fight against illegal mining in Ghana, died after battling illness for a long period.
Amoako Darkwa's colleagues, including Kofi Adoma Nwanwani and Saeed Hamid Jallo, mourned his untimely demise with emotional tributes on social media.
Ghanaians mourn George Clifford Owusu's demise
YEN.com.gh has gathered some comments from social media users and prominent media personalities, including the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Abeiku Santana, below:
Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey commented:
"I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my brother and friend, Clifford. For over 23 years, he has been more than a friend, a constant support, and a shining light in the arts and tourism space. May the angels of God carry you home safely. May the spirit of God comfort his family and grant them strength in this difficult time."
Kofi Okyere-Darko said:
"Eeeeeeeeei. It’s getting scary now."
Nana Yaw Manteaw wrote:
"Oh, how? He sent me a message a few weeks ago 😳."
Akufo-Addo mourns Kantanka after his demise
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Nana Akufo-Addo mourned Kantanka, days after his demise, with an emotional tribute.
In a video, the former president and top NPP officials visited the late inventor's residence to console his grieving family.
Akufo-Addo recounted his past with the late Apostle Safo Kantanka, whom he had represented as his personal lawyer.
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Kofi Owusu (Entertainment Editor) Kofi is an Entertainment Editor at YEN.com.gh. He graduated from the African University College Of Communication (AUCC) in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies. He has over 5 years of experience as an entertainment journalist. He joined Yen.com.gh in 2024. You can contact him via e-mail: kofi.owusu@yen.com.gh
Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh (Music Executive) Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh is an experienced Music Executive with over a decade of experience in the Music Industry. He is also a media personality with production and on-air experience on Television and Radio. He has worked with 3x Grammy-winning Reggae group Morgan Heritage, Mr Drew, King Paluta, Renner, Kwesi Valley, Ugandan star Azawi, and many others. NYB, as he is referred to in some quarters, is also an event producer and talent manager associated with events such as AfroNation Ghana and Guinness Accravaganza.
