Mike Eghan
Veteran broadcaster and DJ, Mike Eghan, known by many as “The Magnificent Emperor,” has passed away at the age of 89. He died in the early hours of Thursday June 5, 2025, in Accra.
Born in Sekondi-Takoradi on March 14, 1936, Mike Eghan enjoyed a long and successful career in broadcasting. He started as a DJ and later became a popular radio and TV presenter with the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC). In 1965, he made history by joining the BBC World Service in London, becoming one of the first Black African broadcasters.
The Late Eghan was well known for hosting the Mike Eghan Show on GBC-TV in the 1970s. He also served as the master of ceremonies at the famous Soul to Soul concert held at the Black Star Square in 1971, which brought together top African and African-American musicians.
In 2019, he published his autobiography, The Emperor’s Story – From the Centre of the World, where he shared stories from his life and career. He also worked in entertainment management and the hotel business.
The cause of his death has not been confirmed, but many fans and media personalities have taken to social media to pay tribute to his legacy