Omankrado Nana Yamoah II: Ghana’s Multifaceted Media Icon and Entertainment Powerhouse
Omankrado Nana Yamoah II is a traditional Chief of Nkusukum Opem, multiple award-winning Ghanaian TV and radio broadcaster, blogger, event promoter, entertainment pundit, CEO of RG Network and May1 Ancients Foundation. His passion for media and entertainment, coupled with his relentless drive, has made him a household name in Ghana and beyond.
Early Beginnings and Education
Born on September 14, 1989, in Nkusukum Opem, Central Region, Omankrado’s love for storytelling and media started early. He attended Victory International School, Saltpond Roman Catholic Boys Primary/JSS, and Saltpond Methodist Senior High School (MEHISCO).
To refine his broadcasting skills, he pursued a First Class Upper Diploma in Broadcast Journalism at Focus World Institute (UK Group of Colleges), specializing in TV/Radio Presentation, Media Ethics, DJing, Marketing, Mass Communication and Public Relations.
A Stellar Media Journey
Omankrado’s career spans over a decade, during which he worked with notable organizations such as:
Golden Star FM: Producer, Kantinka FM: Producer, Enyidado FM: Show Host (Lesson Tym), Great Oak Radio: Programs Director and Presenter, Markk Radio: General Manager and Presenter, Supreme Africa Radio: General Manager and Presenter, CMP TV Ghana: TV Show Host and PR Manager, ITV Ghana: TV Show Host and Producer, Landco Global Enterprise: Administrator and Software Manager and Agbenoir Resort South Africa & Ghana: General Manager.
Beyond broadcasting, Omankrado has nurtured the next generation of media professionals as a junior lecturer at institutions like First Class Media College, Positive Media College and Great Oak Professional Institute.
Accolades and Recognition
Omankrado’s excellence has earned him numerous awards, including:
2023: Best Social Media Influencer of the Year (Premier Awards)
2023: Best Social Media Influencer of the Year (Afrifame Awards)
2023: Blogger of the Year (African Youth Showbiz Awards)
2023: Social Media Influencer of the Year (African Youth Showbiz Awards)
2022: Star TV Personality/Presenter of the Year (Stars Awards)
2022: Social Media Influencer of the Year (Star Awards)
2019/2020: Nominee for Best Reggae/Dancehall Show Host (Central Media Awards)
He is also celebrated as the first Ghanaian journalist featured in London’s Jus’ Jah Magazine.
A Global Reach Through Interviews
Omankrado has conducted exclusive interviews with international and local icons, such as:
Late Louie Rankin (Grammy-winning Jamaican artist and movie star), Zuzu Mafia (Jamaican Mafia Movie Star and artiste), Ras Emmanuel (NJ Reggae Ambassador), Rocky Dawuni, Samini, Blakk Rasta, Shasha Marley Ras Kuuku, Jupitar, J.Derobie, Kahpun, etc (Ghanaian award-winning musicians)
Rosie Green (US-based author and tour manager), Sania Fleary ( Journalist BBC, The Voice UK, Jus’ Jah Magazine London), Tommy Lee Sparta, Lutan Fayah, Samantha J, Tebeta Shea, Dillgin, Munga Honorable, Terry Ganzie, Dane Ray, etc (Jamaican artists).
His promotional work has cemented his reputation as a leading voice in reggae and dancehall music across Africa. Omankrado Nana Yamoah’s story is one of resilience, talent, and commitment to shaping Ghana’s entertainment landscape.
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