Saddick Adams, Jordan Ayew, Gary-Al Smith, Nana Tea, Others Named In 50 Most Influential Young Ghanaians List

Avance Media has announced the 2023 list of 50 Most Influential Young Ghanaians.

The latest according to the firm is “marked by a significant stride towards gender inclusivity, with women occupying 32% of the coveted spots, representing a commendable improvement from previous editions.”

The list also presents diverse talented and influential young Ghanaians who are uplifting the name of Ghana globally and represent inspiration, innovation, leadership, and social impact to the youth.

The list includes notable personalities such as football stars Kudus Mohammed and Thomas Partey, and tech innovator Gregory Rockson. Young social media personalities such as Nana Tea and Olele Salvador are also recognized for their substantial contributions to Ghana’s cultural landscape.

In addition, the list features influential figures from politics, media, and sports, showcasing the multifaceted impact young Ghanaians are making on the world stage. Reigning Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Sports Journalist of the Year Gary Al-Smith, Saddick Adams, Sam Nartey George (Hon), Jordan Ayew, and Peace Hyde are among those recognized.

Outstanding individuals like DanceGod Lloyd, Gyakie, Iñaki Williams, Wode Maya and Berla Mundi, are celebrated for excelling in their respective fields and contributing positively to Ghana’s global narrative.

Below is the official list of Avance Media’s 2023 50 Most Influential Young Ghanaians (9th edition)

1. Abubakar Fatimatu (Hon) || Deputy Information Minister
2. Afua Asantewaa O Aduonum || CEO, Askof Productions
3. Ama Pratt || CEO, MAP Concepts
4. Amerado Burner || Musician
5. Berla Mundi || Media Personality
6. Bernard Danso Ntow || CEO, Dansworld
7. Beryl Agyekum-Ayaaba || CEO, Echohouse
8. Black Sherif || Musician
9. Christian Boakye Yiadom  || CEO, Chickenman Pizzaman
10. Dakoa Newman (Hon) || Member of Parliament
11. DanceGod Lloyd || Dance Artist
12. Darlington Akogo || CEO, minoHealth AI Labs
13. Edem Agbana || NDC Parliamentary Candidate – Ketu North
14. Elliot Dadey || CEO, KGL Foundation
15. Enoch Boamah (Pastor) || Pastor, Christ Embassy Youth CHurch
16. Evelyn Badu || Footballer
17. Gary AlSmith || Sports Journalist
18. Genevieve Partington || Country Director, Amnesty Ghana
19. Gregory Rockson || CEO, mPharma
20. Gyakie || Musician
21. Ibrahim Mahama || CEO, Red Clay Studio
22. Iñaki Williams || Footballer, Athletic Bilbao
23. James Annor (Nana Tea)  || Social Media Influencer
24. Jordan Ayew || Footballer, Crystal Palace
25. Jorge Appiah || CEO, Solar Taxi
26. Joshua D. Heward-Mills (Pastor) || Pastor, First Love Church
27. King Promise || Musician
28. Kobby Kyei || Blogger
29. Kojo Soboh || CEO, EMY Africa
30. Kudus Mohammed || Footballer, West Ham United
31. Kwadwo Sheldon || YouTuber
32. Medikal || Musician
33. MOG Music || Musician
34. MzGee || Media Personality
35. Naa Ashorkor Mensah-Doku  || Media Personality
36. OB Amponsah || Comedian
37. Official Starter || Dance Artist
38. Olele Salvador || Media Personality
39. Paa Kwesi Asare || Media Personality
40. Paul Ninson || CEO, Dikan Center
41. Peace Hyde || Media Personality
42. Portia Solomon Gabor  || Media Personality
43. Saddick Adams || Sports Journalist
44. Sam Nartey George (Hon) || Member of Parliament
45. Serwaa Amihere || Media Personality
46. Stonebwoy || Musician
47. Thomas Partey || Footballer, Arsenal
48. Tracy Owusu-Addo || CEO, BRAVE Foundation
49. Wendy Shay || Musician
50. Wode Maya || YouTuber