The maiden edition of the ‘Allianz Awards 2017’, a special event to recognize individuals who have gone beyond all kinds of difficulties to achieve their dreams took place on Saturday, June 17, at the National Theatre, Accra.
The award scheme which celebrated Ghanaian men and women who have defied all odds to prove that the world belongs to those who dare, saw the magical night with two major intriguing musical performances by Ghanaian neo soul vocalist, songwriter, and performer Efya and 2017 King of Ghana Hip-Hop, M.anifest.
Other talented performers who excited patrons who thronged the National Theatre include, Cina Soul, Haywaya, Alexia Quartey and Lady Jay.
Hosted by two media personalities, Anita Erskine and Kafui Dey, the event saw other special guests, Bola Ray, Eric Don-Arthur, Reggie Rockson, Berla Mundi, Joselyn Dumas graced the night.
The Ghana amputee football team, “The Black Challenge” were named ambassadors for the event.
See full list of Awardees Below.
The Brave Award (For the ones who do the undoable)
Anas Aremeyaw Anas
The Inspiration Award (For the ones who never gave up and turn defeat into victory)
Stephen Appiah (Life Time Achievement)
The Beyond Boundaries Award (For the ones who achieve something they never achieved before)
Farida Nana Efua Bedwei
The Purpose Award (For the ones who move ahead and forwards on and on)
Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah
The Make A Difference Award (For the ones who make a difference in this world)
Brigitte Sossou Perenyi
The Hero Award (For the ones who sacrifice a lifetime for one moment of perfection)
Charles Narh Teye
A total amount of GHc 40,000.00 from sales of tickets and donation from Allianz Ghana was raised to support OAfrica, a charity organization that promotes family-based care for orphans and other vulnerable kids.
OAfrica’s programs support separated children by building strong families to eliminate child abandonment and create safe, stable and loving families and communities.
See photos from the event below.
