Giovani Caleb
Caleb Elolo Adjomah (born May 27, 1988) popularly known as Giovani Caleb is a Ghanaian television personality and radio personality.[1][2][3] As Master of Ceremonies, he has also hosted events including Ghana Club 100 Awards, MTN Hitmaker, the AFRIMA Music Village show (2018), 2019 Ghana Business Awards and the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards Red Carpet show.[4]
Giovani Caleb | |
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| Born | Caleb Elolo Adjomah May 27, 1988 |
| Education | Bishop Herman College, University of Ghana |
| Alma mater | University of Ghana |
| Occupation(s) | Television and radio personality, MC |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Spouse | Belinda Boadu |
Education
Caleb completed his second cycle education at the Bishop Herman College and graduated from the University of Ghana with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Linguistics. He also holds a Diploma (HRM) from the Institute of Commercial Marketers-UK.[citation needed]
Career
Caleb started his career in the media industry on radio in 2008 with Radio Univers when he was in his second year in the University of Ghana. He joined Global Media Alliance and rose through the ranks to become the programs manager for YFM. He landed his first role as a TV presenter on Late Nite Celebrity Show on eT.V Ghana.[5] He then moved to EIB Network's Live FM in 2015.[6] He was the host of Starr Drive on Starr FM before leaving to join Media General's TV3 Network and host of 3FM Drive.[7] He was later joined by Berla Mundi as a co-host.[8].Giovani Caleb later became the host of Ghana's most popular show now 'Date Rush'.[9]
The Giovani's prank game
The Giovani's prank game is a prank call led by Giovani Caleb with assistance from Berla Mundi on the 3FM Drive which won the Best Radio Program of the Year at the 2019 RTP Awards.[10][11][12] The game is targeted at siblings, celebrities and relationships.[13] Notable victims include Joey B,[14] Kwabena Kwabena, Naa Ashorkor, Ameyaw Debrah, and Israel Laryea.
Personal life
Caleb is married to Belinda Boadu with kids.[15]
Ambassador roles
Caleb is the brand ambassador for Malta Guinness and a supporter of the UNCHR's Luquluqu Tribe.[16] He also worked as a social media influencer of brands such as Jumia, South Africa Tourism, Hyundai Ghana and Infinix Note 7.[17]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Ceremony | Award | Recipient | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Ghana Music & Arts Awards Europe | Radio presenter of the Year | Himself | Nominated | [18] |
| National Communication Honors | Radio Host of the Year | Himself | Nominated | [19] | |
| Radio Program of the Year | 3FM Drive | Nominated | |||
| RTP Awards | Best Radio Program of the Year | Won | [20] | ||
| EMY Africa Awards | The Pav Ansah Communicator Award | Himself | Won | [21] | |
| Ghana Entertainment Awards | Male TV Personality of the Year | Himself | Nominated | [22] | |
| 2018 | EMY Africa Awards | Man of the Year (Communication) | Himself | Nominated | [23] |
| Ghana Event Awards | Best Male MC | Himself | Won | [24] | |
| RTP Awards | Best Entertainment Host of the Year | Himself | Nominated | [25] | |
| 2017 | Late Afternoon Show Host of the Year | Himself | Won | [26][27] | |
| 2016 | Himself | Won | [28] | ||
| 2015 | RTP Awards | The Late Night Celebrity Show | Himself | Nominated | [29] |
References
- ^ "Giovani gets his bride and it was beautiful". Graphic Online. 2016-06-02. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "Giovanita, one year later". Graphic Online. 2017-08-17. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "Confirmed: Giovani Caleb Joins Media General". www.peacefmonline.com. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "Giovani Caleb, Sika Osei to host VGMA Red Carpet". www.ghanaweb.com. 15 May 2019. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "eTV Ghana gave me my first TV job -Giovanni Caleb". 14 October 2019.
- ^ "Photos: Live FM Presenter Giovanni Marries". www.peacefmonline.com. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "TV3 poaches co-host of Starr Drive & Duvet, Giovani Caleb from EIB Network". www.ghanaweb.com. 22 January 2019. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "It's Official: Berla Mundi Joins Media General Group; Set to Partner Giovani Caleb on 3FM For Afternoon Show". GhGossip. 2019-08-15. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ ""They said he left" - Giovanni narrates why he took over Date Rush from Kpakpo". 28 February 2021.
- ^ "Don't prank if you can't take the heat – Giovani Caleb". Graphic Showbiz Online. Retrieved 2019-11-07.
- ^ "Giovanni Caleb Pranks Israel Laryea As He Made Him Disclose How Much He Charges To Host International Shows". GhGossip. 2019-10-09. Retrieved 2019-11-07.
- ^ "RTP Awards 2019: Full list of winners announced". www.ghanaweb.com. 13 October 2019. Retrieved 2019-11-07.
- ^ "Don't prank if you can't take the heat – Giovani Caleb". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2019-11-07.
- ^ Berla Mundi And Giovani Caleb Prank Joey B on 3fm Drive, retrieved 2019-11-07
- ^ "Photos: Live FM Presenter Giovanni Marries". www.peacefmonline.com. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "THE YCEO: Giovani Caleb Bags 2 Nominations At The Maiden Edition of National Communication Awards". www.theyceo.com. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ Starrfmonline (27 June 2018). "Starr FM's Giovani in Dubai for Infinix Note 5 launch". Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "Ghana Music & Arts Awards Europe 2019 Nominees List Unveiled". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2019-11-04.
- ^ "National Communication Awards 2019 Nominees Announced". TMGHLive. 2019-08-26. Retrieved 2019-11-06.
- ^ "RTP Awards 2019: Full list of winners announced". www.ghanaweb.com. 13 October 2019. Retrieved 2019-11-06.
- ^ "2019 EMY Africa Awards: Full list of Winners". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "Nominations for 2019 Ghana Entertainment Awards USA revealed". www.ghanaweb.com. 20 April 2019. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ www.graphic.com.gh https://www.graphic.com.gh/showbiz/news/exclusive-men-of-the-year-2018-unveils-nominees.html. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ^ "Ghana Event Awards 2018: Complete List of Winners". NYDJ Live. 2018-09-08. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ www.graphic.com.gh https://www.graphic.com.gh/showbiz/ghana-radio-tv-news/nominees-of-rtp-awards-2018-unveiled.html. Retrieved 2019-11-06.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ^ Abdullai, Isshak. "2017 RTP Awards: Full List of Nominations". YFM Ghana. Retrieved 2019-11-06.
- ^ "2017 RTP Awards: Full list of winners". www.ghanaweb.com. 29 October 2017. Retrieved 2019-11-06.
- ^ Online, Peace FM. "2016 RTP Awards + Full List Of Winners". www.peacefmonline.com. Retrieved 2019-11-06.
- ^ "Full list: RTP Awards Nominees 2015". 233times.com. Retrieved 2019-11-03.