Kofi Okyere Darko
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Kofi Okyere "KOD" Darko (born 13 January 1978) is a Ghanaian broadcaster, Master of Ceremonies, media expert and fashion designer.[3] KOD is the CEO of the clothing line, Nineteen 57,[4][5][6] and the founder of the annual fashion and music event, Rhythms on Da Runway.[7]
Kofi Okyere Darko | |
|---|---|
| Born | 13 January 1978 |
| Other names | KOD |
| Occupation(s) | Broadcaster, Fashion Designer, Chief Executive Officer |
| Spouse | Ophelia Crossland[1] |
| Family | Father: Mr. James Aidoo (deceased)[2] Mother: Mrs. Margaret Aidoo |
Early life and education Edit
KOD, formerly Richard Aidoo, was born in 1978 in Winneba, a town in the Central Region of Ghana, to the late Mr. James Aidoo, who is a retired Deputy Director of the Ghanaian Prisons[8] and Mrs. Margaret Aidoo, one of the founding members of the 31 December Women's Movement.
KOD conducted his elementary education in Winneba. He later gained admission to Nifa Secondary School in Adukurom, following which he studied at Ghana Institute of Journalism.
Career Edit
KOD first worked as a production assistant for a TV show on Ghana Broadcasting Corporation for a short period of time. He later left to join the then budding and vibrant Radio Gold. Following this, he left the shores of Ghana for England to seek greener pastures and to explore other opportunities. He wanted to be a model at first, but all he could find was work as a security guard. During this time, he was posted to fashion houses like Ted Baker, Paul Smith, etc. On one such duty post, the manager at Paul Smith spotted the sharpness of his outfit and urged him to quit his job as a security guard and apply there as a salesperson. When KOD saw what a great chance he had, he quickly applied for the job and was given it. After two years of living in England, he came back to Ghana to continue working with Radio Gold.[9] He joined the EIB Network, LIVE FM as a presenter and events and marketing manager in August 2015.[10][11] He is currently the host of "Starr Drive" on Starr FM in Accra, Ghana.[12]
Personal life Edit
KOD is married to fashion designer Ophelia Crossland; together they have two daughters.[13][14]
Honors and awards Edit
- He won the 2015 Most Stylish Radio Personality of the Year at Glitz Style Awards[15]
- Kofi was nominated at 2016 Male Fashion Celebrity Icon of the Year at the 2016 Ghana Fashion Awards[16]
- Kofi won 2017 Man of The Year Style Award (Most Fashionable Man of The Year) at the Exclusive Men Of The Year Awards.[17][18]
See also Edit
References Edit
- ^ Ernest Dela Aglanu. "My marriage is intact – KOD debunks divorce reports". Myjoyonline. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ Senior GC Staff (20 April 2016). "KOD Loses Dad Aged 85". GhanaCelebrities. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ Jive. "Kofi Okyere Darko". ModernGhana. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ DailyGuide. "KOD's Nineteen 57 Hosts Made In Ghana Party @ Club 45 Tonight". ModernGhana. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ Ameyaw Debrah. "FAB Photos: KOD opens Nineteen57 shop in Osu". AmeyawDebrah. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ Ebenezar Donkor (9 May 2015). "K.O.D's relation to KKD already affecting his Nineteen 57 clothing business?". NYDJLIVE. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "Rhythms on Da Runway returns with top designers". www.ghanaweb.com. 23 July 2019. Retrieved 25 July 2019.
- ^ "GRAMPS MORGAN'S TRIBUTE TO KOD'S FATHER". LIVEFMGHANA. 27 April 2016. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "Naya meets media and fashion mogul, Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD)". GhanaWeb. 13 November 2016. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "KOD & Jeremie join all new Live 91.9 FM". GhanaWeb. 17 April 2015. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "KOD named Health Brand Ambassador". DailyHeritage. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ Starrfmonline. "KOD to host Starr Drive, Jon Germain for 'The Zone' | Starr Fm". Retrieved 25 July 2019.
- ^ "First Photos from Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD) and Ophelia Crossland's white wedding". AmeyawDebrah. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "Career Swop? Designer Wife of KOD, Ophelia Crossland Wants To Join The Movie Industry". Pulse. 17 March 2015. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "Style icons awarded at Glitz Style Awards". Graphic. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "LIVE FM'S KOD FOR 'MALE FASHION CELEBRITY ICON OF THE YEAR' @ GHANA FASHION AWARDS". LIVEFMGHANA. 17 November 2016. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "Duffuor, KOD Win At Exclusive Men Of The Year Awards". Starrfmonline. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- ^ "KOD wins at Exclusive Men of the Year Awards". GhanaWeb. 26 June 2017. Retrieved 3 December 2017.