Dele Momodu, the celebrated Nigerian journalist, expressed his profound gratitude to Ghana for providing him with refuge and protection during a challenging period in his life.
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He shared these sentiments while accepting the Special Recognition Award at the 8th EMY Africa Awards held on Saturday night in Ghana.
In a captivating recollection of his journey, he described his journey.
“About 28 years ago, I discovered Ghana, and it was truly love at first sight. I was fleeing Nigeria due to the military government’s oppression at the time. I had to leave my wife just three years into our marriage, with our first son not even a year old. I resorted to disguising myself as a farmer and embarked on a perilous journey through the bush, crossing the Seme border into Cotonou, and from there, I found my way to Lome… and eventually, to Ghana.”
Nigerian Journalist and Businessman @DeleMomodu wins the Special Recognition Award. pic.twitter.com/fifNWXS9vk
— EMY Africa (@EMYAfrica) October 15, 2023
Dele Momodu continued, reflecting on how Ghana had offered him sanctuary during those tumultuous times. He elaborated on his period of exile, which included a three-year stay in England, during which he harnessed his journalistic skills to establish a successful business, Ovation.
In his words, “Ovation is now receiving its own ‘ovation’ here in Ghana.” The elated journalist extended his heartfelt appreciation to the event organizers for their recognition and honour.
The Exclusive Men of the Year Awards is an annual event that is recognised nationally as a prestigious awards ceremony to celebrate the achievements of men in Africa. Across Africa, EMY Africa celebrates distinguished
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