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Bernice Ofei
Gospel Musician, Banker
About Bernice Ofei
Bernice Ofei, whose name is also spelled Offei, was a Ghanaian gospel singer and banker, known for the songs "Hold On" and "Life Is So Short". Her sixth album, Life, won her Best Female Vocal Performance and Songwriter of the Year at the 2009 Ghana Music Awards. She died on 12 September 2026, aged 63.
Early life and education
She was born in Accra and attended Achimota School. She earned an MPhil in crop science at the University of Ghana and later an MSc in information technology in the United Kingdom.
Music and banking
She built her music career alongside a professional one: she was a banker by profession and worked for Standard Chartered Bank. She released six albums. The sixth, Life, recorded in 2007, won her two awards at the 10th Ghana Music Awards in 2009.
Family and death
She was married to Professor Samuel Kwame Offei, a former Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, and they had two children. In September 2026 her family made public appeals after she was reported missing; she was found soon afterwards, and she died on 12 September 2026.
Frequently asked questions about Bernice Ofei
How old was Bernice Ofei at death?
Bernice Ofei died on September 12, 2026, aged 63. Bernice Ofei was born on February 25, 1963.
What was Bernice Ofei known for?
Bernice Ofei was a Gospel Musician, Banker.
Who was Bernice Ofei married to?
Bernice Ofei was married to Samuel Kwame Offei.
Did Bernice Ofei have children?
Bernice Ofei's children: 2.
What was Bernice Ofei's nationality?
Bernice Ofei was Ghanaian.
Where did Bernice Ofei study?
Bernice Ofei studied at Achimota School University of Ghana: MPhil Crop Science MSc Information Technology (United Kingdom).
Personal Information
- Date of Birth
- 25 February 1963
- Date of Death
- 12 September 2026
- Nationality
- Ghanaian
- Region
- Greater Accra
- Spouse
- Samuel Kwame Offei
- Children
- 2
- Religion
- Christian
Education
- Achimota School
- University of Ghana: MPhil Crop Science
- MSc Information Technology (United Kingdom)
Awards & Achievements
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Sources & References
- "Bernice Offei". Wikipedia.
- "Wikidata entry Q26207056". Wikidata.
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