Osibisa’s Teddy Osei passes away in London
The unfortunate event occurred on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 in London.
President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons confirmed the sad news to OTECNews, describing Teddy Osei’s death as a loss of one of Ghana’s greatest musical icons.
Teddy Osei, who co-founded Osibisa in 1969 was renowned for blending Afrobeat, highlife and rock to create a globally recognised sound.
His passion for music led him to pick up the saxophone during his college years in Sekondi, where he attempted to form a band with friends.
Interestingly, he took up the instrument when the original saxophonist failed to attend practices.
Teddy honed his skills by playing along to jazz records, a self-taught practice that shaped his artistry.
After completing college, Osei briefly worked as a building inspector before forming his first band, The Comets, which enjoyed moderate success.
