Veteran Ghanaian gospel musician Bernice Offei has died at the age of 63.
The respected gospel singer reportedly passed away on the morning of Saturday, September 12, 2026, according to Citi News sources.
Bernice Offei’s death comes only days after she was reported missing in Accra, prompting concern among her family, friends, and members of Ghana’s gospel music community.
An appeal was subsequently made for information about her whereabouts as efforts were made to locate the veteran musician.
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She was later found, with reports indicating that she was safe at the time.
However, news of her death on Saturday has shocked fans and colleagues who had followed the developments surrounding her recent disappearance.
Bernice Offei was a respected figure in Ghana’s gospel music industry and built a career spanning several years.
She was known for songs including “Hold On” and “Life Is So Short,” which earned her recognition among gospel music lovers in Ghana.
Her contribution to the country’s gospel music scene has made her death a significant loss to the industry.
The circumstances surrounding her death remain unclear, and the cause of death has not yet been officially confirmed.
Tributes are expected to pour in from fellow musicians, church leaders, industry colleagues, family, friends, and fans as news of her passing spreads.
Bernice Offei was 63.