Kofi Okyere Darko Explained

Kofi Okyere Darko
Birth Date:13 January 1978
Birth Place:Winneba, Ghana
Education:Nifa Secondary School
Alma Mater:Ghana Institute of Journalism
Occupation:Broadcaster, fashion designer, Chief Executive Officer
Alias:KOD
Richard Aidoo
Parents:James Aidoo (deceased);[1] Margaret Aidoo
Spouse:Ophelia Crossland[2]

Kofi Okyere "KOD" Darko (born January 13, 1978) is a Ghanaian broadcaster, Master of Ceremonies, media expert, and fashion designer.[3] Known as KOD, 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 Richard Aidoo, was born in 1978 in Winneba, a town in the Central Region of Ghana, to James Aidoo, who was a retired deputy director of the Ghanaian Prisons,[8] and 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.[9]

Career

KOD first worked as a production assistant for a Ghana Broadcasting Corporation television show for a short period of time. He went on to join the then budding and vibrant Radio Gold. Following this, he left Ghana for England to explore other opportunities. He wanted to be a model at first, but all he could find was work as a security guard. His postings during this time included fashion houses, among which were Ted Baker, and Paul Smith. On one such duty post, the manager at Paul Smith spotted the sharpness of his outfit and urged him to apply to be a salesperson there. Seizing the chance, KOD quickly applied for the job and was given it.

After two years of living in England, he returned to Ghana to continue working with Radio Gold. 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

KOD is married to fashion designer Ophelia Crossland, and together they have two daughters.[13] [14]

Honours and awards

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: KOD Loses Dad Aged 85. GhanaCelebrities . 3 December 2017 . Senior GC Staff. 20 April 2016.
  2. Web site: My marriage is intact – KOD debunks divorce reports. Myjoyonline . 3 December 2017 . Ernest Dela Aglanu.
  3. Web site: Kofi Okyere Darko . ModernGhana . 3 December 2017 . Jive.
  4. Web site: KOD's Nineteen 57 Hosts Made In Ghana Party @ Club 45 Tonight . ModernGhana . 28 March 2014. 3 December 2017 . DailyGuide.
  5. Web site: FAB Photos: KOD opens Nineteen57 shop in Osu . AmeyawDebrah . VJ . Scaro . 3 December 2017 . 17 June 2013.
  6. Web site: K.O.D's relation to KKD already affecting his Nineteen 57 clothing business?. NYDJLIVE . 3 December 2017 . Ebenezar Donkor. 9 May 2015.
  7. Web site: Rhythms on Da Runway returns with top designers. www.ghanaweb.com. 23 July 2019 . en. 2019-07-25.
  8. Web site: GRAMPS MORGAN'S TRIBUTE TO KOD'S FATHER. LIVEFMGHANA . 3 December 2017 . 27 April 2016.
  9. Web site: Naya meets media and fashion mogul, Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD) . Nana Yaa . Asabea. 13 November 2016 . GhanaWeb . 3 December 2017.
  10. Web site: KOD & Jeremie join all new Live 91.9 FM . 17 April 2015 . GhanaWeb . 3 December 2017.
  11. Web site: KOD named Health Brand Ambassador . DailyHeritage. 3 December 2017.
  12. Web site: KOD to host Starr Drive, Jon Germain for 'The Zone' Starr Fm. Starrfmonline. en-US. 2019-07-25.
  13. Web site: First Photos from Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD) and Ophelia Crossland's white wedding . AmeyawDebrah . 3 December 2017.
  14. Web site: Career Swop? Designer Wife of KOD, Ophelia Crossland Wants To Join The Movie Industry . Adebrah. 17 March 2015 . Pulse . 3 December 2017.
  15. Web site: Style icons awarded at Glitz Style Awards . Jasmine . Arku. Graphic . 5 October 2015. 3 December 2017.
  16. Web site: LIVE FM'S KOD FOR 'MALE FASHION CELEBRITY ICON OF THE YEAR' @ GHANA FASHION AWARDS . 17 November 2016 . LIVEFMGHANA. 3 December 2017.
  17. Web site: Duffuor, KOD Win At Exclusive Men Of The Year Awards . Starrfmonline . 3 December 2017.
  18. Web site: KOD wins at Exclusive Men of the Year Awards . 26 June 2017 . GhanaWeb. 3 December 2017.