About fifty-three renowned personalities have been honored at the Ghana Fashion Industry Awards held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra.
The event which successfully occurred on Sunday, March 25 acknowledged the works of these personalities towards the development of the fashion industry. Organised by the National Commission on Culture and Street Fashion Train, the Ghana Fashion Industry Awards rewarded celebutantes like H.E the President of the Republic of Ghana Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo Addo, rapper Okyeame Kwame, Radio and TV presenter Abeiku Santana, Akuma Mama Zimbi and many others.
The maiden edition of Ghana Fashion Industry Awards held to climax the Wear Ghana Month was attended by Minister for Information, Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Mrs. Catherine Abelema Afeku and many others.
The event witness performances from 2018 VGMAs unsung artiste Dhat Gyal and other traditional musicians.
Check out the full list of honorees at the event below:
1. This Citation is presented to H.E the President of the Republic of Ghana Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo Addo for prompting Ghana’s clothe culture daily. We wish to honour you for promoting the local textile industry and impact on the economy. Ayekoo!
2. This Citation is presented to 2nd Image Hair and Beauty Therapy Academy, for consistently preparing many interested Ghanaians in cosmetology and beauty for 25 years. Indeed, you have contributed immensely toward the fashion industry in Ghana AYEKOO!
3. This Citation is presented to Kwame Nsiah –Apau a.k.a Okyeame Kwame for promoting Ghana’s clothe culture among the youth through his music and his brand.
4. This Citation is presented to FC Beauty College for providing skills and knowledge in beauty therapy and cosmetology and creating a local brand that has boosted the local fashion industry.
5. Mr. Abeiku Aggrey Santana is honoured as a media personality who promotes local brands in Ghana’s Fashion industry on the globe. AYEKOO!
6. This Citation is presented to Honourable Dellah Sowah, Member of parliament for Kpando for being the brand Ambassador for Wear Ghana Month Project and promoting the local textile industry in Ghana. AYEKOO!
7. This Citation is presented to Wendy Smith Walker a.k.a Wendy L’artisane for her creativity in fashion accessories design. Truly, the brand Wendy L’artisane has contributed greatly to Ghana’s fashion industry as it has promoted the industry by representing Ghana on many international platforms on the globe over the years. AYEKOO!
8. This Citation is presented to Blue Crest College, specifically Blue Crest School of Fashion and Design for being one of the few foreign organizations that have established a school provide skills training to interested Ghanaians to acquire entrepreneurial skills in the fashion industry in order to build a successful career in the fashion industry.
9. This Citation is presented to Honourable Ato Panford, Member of Parliament for Shama-West for being the brand Ambassador for Wear Ghana Month Project and promoting the local textile industry in Ghana. AYEKOO!
10. This Citation is presented to Akuma Mama Zimbi’ a media personality who promotes the clothe culture and heritage of Ghana locally and internationally. AYEKOO!
11.This Citation is presented to Peter Yeboah Akosh, of Hall of Peters fame for his commitment to promoting Ghana’s fashion on the globe for the past ten years. He has mentored and trained many people in the fashion industry. AYEKOO!
12. This Citation is presented to Maria Lovell is a renowned Ghanaian who is passionate about promoting Ghana’s clothe culture and tourism abroad. Indeed, you have proven beyond doubt that you are a force to reckon with when it comes to marketing cultural exhibition and cultural promotion.
13. This Citation is presented to Mr. Alan David, a great designer in the fashion industry in Ghana. Having mentored and imparted knowledge and skills to many young people. You have indeed sold Ghana’s name on the international scene through your creativity. Ayekoo!
14. This Citation is presented to Alhaji Karim for his immense contribution towards the fashion industry in Ghana. Ayekoo!
15. This Citation is presented to Bismark Nimoh-Poku a.k.a Niposkin for promoting Ghana’s fashion industry through your ingenuity. Indeed, as a fashion designer you have proved beyond reasonable doubt that you are a master of what you do. Ayekoo!
16. This Citation is presented to Michael Natsu, of House of Mickey for demonstrating creativity and innovation in the fashion industry in Ghana. House of Mickey has become a household name in the fashion industry because of the numerous awards you won consistently and the fact that you have promoted Ghanaian fashion in both the local and international scenes. Ayekoo!
17. This Citation is presented to Thomas Essel Yaw Quality Fashion is honoured for his unique talent in the fashion industry. As his brand has become a household name in the in Sunyani and beyond. Ayekoo!
18. This Citation is presented to Afriken Novelty a brand that has projected Ghana’s local fabric among the youth in Ghana especially in the Ashanti Region and beyond. Ayekoo!
19. This Citation is presented to Hon. William Kwasi Sabi,Member of Parliament for Dormaa –East for promoting Ghana’s clothe culture on various platforms locally and on the globe. Ayekoo!
20. This Citation is presented to Hon.Alban Bagbin Member of Parliament for Nadoli-West for promoting Ghana’s clothe culture in parliament since 1994. Ayekoo!
21. This Citation is presented to Nalem Klothing for an innovative style of clothing for the African and international Market. Your brand has truly promoted the fashion industry in Ghana and beyond. Ayekoo!
22. This Citation is presented to Nancy Blaq for an outstanding contribution to the fashion industry in Ghana. Having mentored and trained people to acquire skills in make-up you deserve to be honoured. Ayekoo!
23. This Citation is presented to Holy Trinity Spa for their immense contribution to the fashion industry and also setting the pace in the spa business in Ghana. Ayekoo!
24. This Citation is presented to First Choice Hair and Beauty for their great contribution in the fashion industry in Ghana. Having strived to grow and surmounted all the odds, your brand has served the hair and beauty needs of Ghanaians for twenty years and still counting. Ayekoo!
25. This Citation is presented to Joyce Ababio Fashion School for consistently bringing professional service delivery to fashion students. Indeed, you deserve to be honoured Ayekoo!
26This Citation is presented to Deshe Kollection for an outstanding contribution to the fashion industry in Ghana. The brand Deshe Kollection has consistently displayed creativity and originality. Ayekoo!
27. This Citation is presented to Fred Nai for his contribution to the Fashion industry in Ghana. Your selfless attitude towards work has impacted positively to modelling in Ghana. Ayekoo!
28. This Citation is presented to Abbi Creation for being one of the brands that has championed excellence in the fashion industry especially with the delivery of service. Ayekoo!
29. This Citation is presented to Takoradi Technical University specifically the Fashion Department for their exceptional quality service delivery. Having trained many people to gain professional and employable skills, you deserve to be honoured. Ayekoo!
30. This Citation is presented to Printex for clothing Ghanaians with authentic indigenous designs which truly reflects our culture.
31. This Citation is presented to Darling Hair products for consistently boosting the confidence of Ghanaians with your beauty products over decades. Ayekoo!
32. This Citation is presented to Spice Modelling Agency for their enormous contribution towards modelling in Ghana. Your institution has groomed many models for the fashion industry and you deserve to be honored. Ayekoo!
33. This Citation is presented to the former First Lady, Nana Kunadu Agyeman for promoting Ghana’s fashion industry through your unique way of dressing. You have been consisted in promoting the local textile on the globe.
34.This Citation is presented to the family of the Late Kofi Ansah for setting the pace in the fashion industry in Ghana and Abroad. The name Kofi Ansah is associated with creativity and elegance which projected Ghana’s fashion industry and local textile to the international community. Indeed, you deserve to be honoured because you were once a pillar in the fashion industry in Ghana
35. This Citation is presented to the family of the late Ricci Ricky Osei for his massive contribution towards the fashion in Ghana. His designs were authentic and classy which portrayed Ghana’s image on the globe. Ayekoo
This Citation is presented Mr. Nat Brew a.k.a Amandzeba for promoting Ghana’s fashion industry and heritage through his music and brand. AYEKOO!
37.This Citation is presented to Hon. Barbra Ayisi, Member of Parliament Cape-cost, is highly recommended to be honoured for promoting the local textile and Ghana’s culture.
38. This Citation is presented to Exotic Modelling Agency for your massive contribution towards the fashion industry. Having groomed models for various beauty pageants, your agency has created opportunities for many young people acquire modelling skills since 2005. Ayekoo!
This Citation is presented to Mrs. Cecelia Adjei a senior lecturer in make-up and costume at the University of Ghana for training students to acquire employable skills for many years. Ayekoo!
40.Alhaji Dauda Yussif is being honoured for his ingenuity in the fashion industry. Being a fashion designer he has designed for many dignitaries and many pageants within and outside Ghana.
41.Mr. Michael Kweku Asare Oduro, C.E.O of Stitches-To –Fit Fashion Company is being honoured for his unique talent in the fashion industry. Having designed for close to two decades, his selfless nature toward work has promoted the fashion industry in Ghana.
40. This Citation is presented to Mrs Joana Eshun a skillful fashion designer who possess in-depth expertise in the field of fashion. She has designed for many dignitaries on the globe. She has groomed many people in the fashion industry in Ghana.
43.Alhaji Safianu Bela is honoured for his grate contribution towards the fashion industry in Ghana his unique northern designs indeed promote Ghana’s clothe culture.
44. This Citation is presented to Mr. Daniel Shankson Blankson, a renowned fashion designer whose brand depicts originality and creativity. He has trained and mentored many young designers in the fashion industry. Indeed, he deserves to be honoured.
45.This Citation is presented to Exotic Modelling Agency for your massive contribution towards the fashion industry. Having groomed models for various beauty pageants and your agency has created opportunities for many young people acquire modelling skills.
46. This Citation is presented to Honourable Catherine Afeku Abelema, Minister for Tourism Arts and Culture for promoting Ghana’s clothe culture . She is a true Ambassador of Ghana’s Culture as her contribution towards the cultural Sector has been tremendous. She deserves to be Honoured.
47. This Citation is presented to Honourable. John Osei Frimpong a Member of Parliament for Abirem for promoting the local textile and Ghana’s clothe culture in Parliament and on local and international platforms .
48. This Citation is presented to Honourable Linda Obenewaa Ocloo a Member of Parliament for Shai-Osudoku for promoting the local textile and Ghana’s clothe culture in Parliament and on local and international platforms .
49. This Citation is presented to Honourable Queenstar Maame Pokua Sawyer a Member of Parliament for Agona East for promoting the local textile and Ghana’s clothe culture in Parliament and on local and international platforms .
50. This Citation is presented to Honourable Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah a Member of Parliament for Ho-West for promoting the local textile and Ghana’s clothe culture in Parliament and on local and international platforms .
51. This Citation is presented to Honourable Tina Mensah a Member of Parliament for Weija Gwawe for promoting the local textile and Ghana’s clothe culture in Parliament and on local and international platforms .
52. This Citation is presented to Honourable Sarah Adwoa Safo a Member of Parliament for Dome Kwabenya for promoting the local textile and Ghana’s clothe culture in Parliament and on local and international platforms .
53. This Citation is presented to Honourable Dr. Francis Bawaana Dakura a Member of Parliament for Jirapa for promoting the local textile and Ghana’s clothe culture in Parliament and on local and international platforms .