Kofi Okyere Darko

Kofi Okyere Darko
Born (1978-01-13) 13 January 1978 (age 46)
Winneba, Ghana
Other namesKOD
Richard Aidoo
EducationNifa Secondary School
Alma materGhana Institute of Journalism
Occupation(s)Broadcaster, fashion designer, Chief Executive Officer
SpouseOphelia Crossland[1]
Children2
Parent(s)James Aidoo (deceased);[2] Margaret Aidoo

Kofi "KOD" Okyere Darko is a Ghanaian broadcaster, master of ceremonies, and fashion designer.[3] He 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]

Early life and education

KOD, formerly known as Richard Aidoo, was born on January 13, 1978 in Winneba, a town in the Central Region of Ghana. His father, James Aidoo, was a retired deputy director of the Ghana Prisons, and his mother, Margaret Aidoo, was one of the founding members of the 31 December Women's Movement.[8]

KOD had his elementary education in Winneba and later attended Nifa Secondary School in Adukrom. He then studied at the Ghana Institute of Journalism.[9]

Career

Darko's career began as a production assistant for a Ghana Broadcasting Corporation television show. He later joined Radio Gold and then moved to England for work.

His experience includes taking up roles at fashion designers such as Ted Baker and Paul Smith, before returning to Ghana to continue working for radios.[9] He has been a presenter, events manager, and marketing manager for the EIB Network's LIVE FM,[10][11] and is currently the host of Starr Drive on Starr FM in Accra.[12]

Personal life

Darko is married to fashion designer Ophelia Crossland. They have two daughters.[13][14]

Honours and awards

  • Winner of the 2015 Most Stylish Radio Personality of the Year at Glitz Style Awards[15]
  • Nominated as the 2016 Male Fashion Celebrity Icon of the Year at the 2016 Ghana Fashion Awards[16]
  • Winner of the 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

References

  1. ^ Ernest Dela Aglanu. "My marriage is intact – KOD debunks divorce reports". Myjoyonline. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  2. ^ Senior GC Staff (20 April 2016). "KOD Loses Dad Aged 85". GhanaCelebrities. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  3. ^ Jive. "Kofi Okyere Darko". ModernGhana. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  4. ^ DailyGuide (28 March 2014). "KOD's Nineteen 57 Hosts Made In Ghana Party @ Club 45 Tonight". ModernGhana. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  5. ^ Scaro, VJ (17 June 2013). "FAB Photos: KOD opens Nineteen57 shop in Osu". AmeyawDebrah. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  6. ^ Ebenezar Donkor (9 May 2015). "K.O.D's relation to KKD already affecting his Nineteen 57 clothing business?". NYDJLIVE. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  7. ^ "Rhythms on Da Runway returns with top designers". www.ghanaweb.com. 23 July 2019. Retrieved 25 July 2019.
  8. ^ "GRAMPS MORGAN'S TRIBUTE TO KOD'S FATHER". LIVEFMGHANA. 27 April 2016. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  9. ^ a b Asabea, Nana Yaa (13 November 2016). "Naya meets media and fashion mogul, Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD)". GhanaWeb. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  10. ^ "KOD & Jeremie join all new Live 91.9 FM". GhanaWeb. 17 April 2015. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  11. ^ "KOD named Health Brand Ambassador". DailyHeritage. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  12. ^ Starrfmonline. "KOD to host Starr Drive, Jon Germain for 'The Zone' | Starr Fm". Retrieved 25 July 2019.
  13. ^ "First Photos from Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD) and Ophelia Crossland's white wedding". AmeyawDebrah. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  14. ^ Adebrah (17 March 2015). "Career Swop? Designer Wife of KOD, Ophelia Crossland Wants To Join The Movie Industry". Pulse. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  15. ^ Arku, Jasmine (5 October 2015). "Style icons awarded at Glitz Style Awards". Graphic. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  16. ^ "LIVE FM'S KOD FOR 'MALE FASHION CELEBRITY ICON OF THE YEAR' @ GHANA FASHION AWARDS". LIVEFMGHANA. 17 November 2016. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  17. ^ "Duffuor, KOD Win At Exclusive Men Of The Year Awards". Starrfmonline. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  18. ^ "KOD wins at Exclusive Men of the Year Awards". GhanaWeb. 26 June 2017. Retrieved 3 December 2017.