KOD takes over from Akwasi Awua Ababio as the Director of Diaspora Affairs
Popular media personality and fashion entrepreneur, Kofi Okyere Darko, popularly known as KOD, has expressed gratitude following his appointment as the Director, Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President.
In a post on his Facebook page on February 27, 2025, a day after his appointment was announced, KOD thanked Ghanaians for their love, encouragement, and well-wishes, describing the appointment as a call to serve the nation.
KOD, who is widely celebrated for his contributions to Ghana’s music and creative arts industry, described the outpouring of support as ‘overwhelming.’
“I am truly grateful for the outpouring of love, support, and well wishes following my appointment yesterday. Your kind words and encouragement have been overwhelming, and I deeply appreciate each message, call, and comment. This moment is not just about me but about all of us working together to build a better future,” he wrote.
KOD further reiterated his commitment to working hard and leveraging his expertise to support the government’s vision for the creative arts and tourism sectors.
He called for continued collaborations and support from Ghanaians, expressing optimism about the future.
“This is a call to serve, and I am more committed than ever to working hard to contribute to the Ghana we all want. With your continued support, collaboration, and prayers, I believe we can achieve great things. Thank you once again—let’s build together!” he stated.
KOD will take over from Akwasi Awua Ababio as the Director of Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President.
The Diaspora Affairs Office was established in February 2017 to strengthen ties with Ghanaians living abroad and harness their contributions to national development.
The office is tasked with promoting the interests of the diaspora, exploring ways they can contribute to Ghana’s socio-economic growth, and raising awareness about the challenges of irregular migration.
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