Legendary Ghanaian musician and saxophonist Teddy Osei, best known as a founding member of the Afro-rock band Osibisa, has died at the age of 88.   The was confirmed by the President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (GHAMRO), Bessa Simons, who revealed to MyJoyOnline.com that the veteran musician passed away on the morning of Tuesday, January 14, 2025Teddy Osei was born in December 1937 in Kumasi and discovered his love for music at an early age.

He learned to play the saxophone in a somewhat unconventional way-stepping in when the original saxophonist in his college band failed to show up.

This determination became a hallmark of his musical career.

After college, Osei formed The Comets, a band that enjoyed success in Ghana, blending Highlife music with European influences.