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10 Important facts about Kojo oppong Nkrumah You Didn’t Know
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah is the current Minister of information in Ghana. He has become an instrument in the country through his efforts and a keen interest in the fight against the Coronavirus(Covid-19). Apart from being a Minister how well do you know him? Read on as we unveil to you some amazing facts about Kojo Oppong Nkrumah to you.
Facts about Kojo Oppong Nkrumah
Born in Koforidua
Kojo Oppong was born on 5th April 1982 in Koforidua in the Eastern region of Ghana. His father; Kwame Oppong Nkrumah was a teacher and later became a banker and his mother Felicia oppong Nkrumah was a teacher. His home town is AYin Ayinase
He studied Commerce as His first Degree
Oppong Nkrumah studied Commerce at the University of Cape Coast before he proceeded to the University of Ghana where he had his MBA in marketing in 2012. He also holds a certificate in stimulating growth from the Harvard University.
He is a Lawyer
Another interesting fact about Kojo Oppong Nkrumah many people may not be aware of is that he is a Lawyer. He was awarded a bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) in 2014. He was called to the Bar as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Ghana in 2016.
He was a Treasury Analyst
Oppong Nkrumah started his career as a Treasury analyst at the British American Tobacco in 2006. A cigarette and tobacco manufacturing company headquartered in London England. It is the second-largest Cigarette maker in the world.
He worked as a Broadcast Journalist.
Mr. Nkrumah can best be described as a man of many talents. Though he didn’t study Journalism in School, he was able to carve out a niche in journalism by becoming a broadcast journalist at Joy Fm. He replaced komla Dumor as the host of the super morning show. He also anchored one of the most popular newspaper review programs in Ghana ‘’Newsfile’’ before bowing out to Pursue politics.
Young Global Leader
He was selected by the World Economic Forum as a Young Global Leader for 2020. He was part of about 115 leaders the forum describes as most promising leaders under the age of 40.
Founder of Private Equity Firm
Kojo Oppong established a private equity firm, Brownstone capital in 2014.
2 strong pillars in our covid 19 response program in ofoase/Ayirebi are Obrempon Dubi Nti (Ofoasehene) and DCE Paul Asamoah. Their dedication and commitment to the cause is immeasurable. Our health workers who I’ll be celebrating in coming days have also been just phenomenal. pic.twitter.com/fo3GNVA3cY
— Kojo Oppong Nkrumah (@konkrumah) April 12, 2020
African Proverbs may vary in meaning from one language to another, but one thing common about them is that, they teach you a lot about life. Read our collection of Wise sayings among Africans to enrich your speech.
Wise African Proverbs About Life
The lizard that jumped from the high Iroko tree to the ground told it would praise itself if no one else did.
He who sees an old hag squatting should leave her alone, who knows how she breathes?
Anger against a brother is felt on the flesh, not in the bone.
No matter how beautiful and well-crafted a coffin might look, it will not make anyone wish for death.
When a mighty tree falls, the birds are scattered into the bush.
He who runs after good fortune runs away from peace.
He who thinks he is leading and has no one following him is only taking a walk.
Do not look where you fell, but where you slipped.
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Knowledge is like a garden: If it is not cultivated, it cannot be harvested
Between true friends even water drunk together is sweet enough.
If you don’t stand for something, you will fall for something.
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You must attend to your business with the vendor in the market, and not to the noise of the market.
A common snake, which a man sees all alone, may become a python in his eyes.
Look for a dark goat first in the daytime because you may not find it at night
What an elder saw while sitting, a youth could not see it standing
A lie travels round the world while truth is putting her boots on.
You will never plough a field if you only turn it over in your mind.
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Experience is a comb which nature gives us when we are bald.
A father is a banker provided by nature.
Parents can tell but never teach, unless they practice what they preach.
Speaking without thinking is like shooting without taking aim.
There are many types of ships. There are wooden ships, plastic ships and metal ships. But the best and most important types of ships are friendships.
Words have no wings but they can fly a thousand miles.
Preparation and caution are always wise, but ultimately God is in control of my safety, security, and strength. As a face battles, may I balance preparation and trust🤔😉#Wisdom #Proverbs #preparedness pic.twitter.com/QzxfHWtjUC
— Chrisann M Dawson (@ChrisannDawson) April 21, 2020
Inspirational Qualities about Kofi Kinaata Every Ghanaian Youth Should Learn
Martin King Arthur known in Showbiz as Kofi Kinaata is a Ghanaian musician and songwriter from Takoradi. He is one of the best rappers in Ghana and is well known for his unique rap style. He was adjudged the most influential Ghanaian by Avance Media in 2019 topping a least of 50 finalists.
Kofi Kinaata has a sterling career in music and a great personality, In this article, we bring to you some inspirational qualities of Kofi Kinaata we think will benefit you.
Uniqueness is Key
Kofi Kinaata is unique in everything he does. His style of rap, choice of word, performance style can’t be likened to anyone else.
Boss u made me cry today😭cos of this song
We’ve indeed come from afar to hustle pic.twitter.com/gmLawzbvKJ— Raphael Donkor (@RaphaelDonkor9) April 17, 2020
Hard work Leads to Success
Growing in a town where not many well-known rappers live, Kofi Kinaata has worked his way to stardom with little inspiration. He demonstrated determination, creativity and consistency in his career. It is no wonder every single he releases receives a massive audience.
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It All Begins with Humility
Kofi Kinaata is a very humble and down to earth person. The “Fante Rap God” does not only advise people to live responsible lives as seen in his lyrics, he lives it. He is one with little or no controversies.
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Moral educative Entertainer.
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Kinaata carefully chooses his words and punch lines as a way to morally educate his fans. This is one reason his music is loved by all age groups. Since his beginnings, all his songs always have a message to tell.
– The Crusade
– Sweetie Pie
– Susuka
– Confession (Steer No)
– Made In Taadi
– Time No Dey
– Single and Free
– Last Show
– The Whole Show
– PLAY (More Mbelede)Which Song is still your Favourite and Why? #TeamMooove #ThrowBackThursday
— Kofi Kinaata (@KinaataGh) July 19, 2018
A collection of Kwame Nkrumah Quotes
Kwame Nkrumah was a Ghanaian Politician and a revolutionary. He led Ghana( then Gold Coast) to independence in 1957. He was indeed a man of vision. His leadership impact was not felt only in Ghana but across Africa as a whole. Kwame Nkrumah was able to achieve great success in politics and this was attributed to his ability to apply the philosophy of logical positivism. In this article, we bring to you a collection of great Kwame Nkrumah quotes
“If by their fruits we shall know them, they must first grow the fruits.” Kwame Nkrumah
“All the fair brave words spoken about the freedom that had been broadcast to the four corners of the earth took seed and grew where they had not been intended.” Kwame Nkrumah
“Those who would judge us merely by the heights we have achieved would do well to remember the depths from which we started” Kwame Nkrumah
“Action without thought is empty. Thought without action is blind.”
“African Unity is, above all, a political kingdom which can only be gained by political means” Kwame Nkrumah
“I am not African because I was born in Africa but because Africa was born in me” Kwame Nkrumah
“The forces that unite us are intrinsic and greater than the superimposed influences that keep us apart.”
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“It is clear that we must find an African solution to our problems, and that this can only be found in African unity. Divided we are weak; united, Africa could become one of the greatest forces for good in the world” Kwame Nkrumah
“Any meaningful humanism must begin from egalitarianism and must lead to objectively chosen policies for safeguarding and sustaining egalitarianism” Kwame Nkrumah
“We face neither East nor West; We face forward”
“We are going to demonstrate to the world, to the other nations, hat we are prepared to lay our foundation – our own African personality” Kwame Nkrumah
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“It reminds us of the fact that a nation or a people can break loose from oppression without violence” Kwame Nkrumah
“It is far better to be free to govern or misgovern yourself than to be governed by anybody else” Kwame Nkrumah
“Capitalism is a development by refinement from feudalism, just as feudalism is a development by refinement from slavery . Capitalism is but the gentlemen’s method of slavery” Kwame Nkrumah quotes
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“All people of African descent, whether they live in North or South America, the Caribbean, or in any part of the world are Africans and belong to the African nation” Kwame Nkrumah quotes
Africans must unite or we perish! – Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah. #wifiwrld pic.twitter.com/dl9pCxASwD
— FREE WIFI (@wifiwrld) April 17, 2020
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