President John Dramani Mahama, has appointed media personality and creative entrepreneur, Kofi Okyere-Darko (KOD) as Presidential Adviser on Diaspora Affairs.
KOD confirmed the appointment to myjoyonline.com on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
With his extensive experience in connecting Ghana with its global diaspora, KOD’s appointment underscores President Mahama’s commitment to strengthening ties with Ghanaians abroad, fostering investment opportunities, and enhancing cultural and economic collaboration.
Kofi Okyere Darko is the CEO of the clothing line Nineteen 57 and the founder of the annual fashion and music event Rhythms on Da Runway.
Formerly known as Richard Aidoo, KOD was born on 13 January 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.
Kofi had his elementary education in Winneba and later attended Nifa Secondary School in Adukrom. He then studied at the Ghana Institute of Journalism. He has a Master of Arts in Public Relations degree from the University of Media, Arts, and Communication (UniMAC).
Darko’s career began as a production assistant for a Ghana Broadcasting Corporation television show. He later joined Radio Gold, then moved to England for work.
His experience includes holding positions at fashion designers such as Ted Baker and Paul Smith, before returning to Ghana to continue working for radios. He has been a presenter, events manager, and marketing manager for the EIB Network’s LIVE FM and a celebrated MC.