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University of Ghana, he taught Performing Arts. In 1997 and 1997 he directed Smash TV and also Taxi Driver in 1999. In 2008 he was the creative director for the opening and closing ceremony of the
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contributions and his role as an educator, impacting many in the field of performing arts. Kotey continued to contribute to the arts until his death in 2012, leaving behind a lasting legacy.
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