Naa Ayeley Ardayfio, a celebrated Disc Jockey (DJ) and Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) presenter, has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s Ghana DJ Awards.
The prestigious award recognizes DJs who have made significant contributions to music promotion and entertainment throughout their careers, showing “resilience, dedication, and a pioneering spirit, serving as an inspiration for future generations of DJs.”
Ms. Ardayfio’s remarkable journey in the music industry began as a National Service person at GBC, where she co-hosted ‘Music for You’ on GTV alongside Timothy Quashigah. Her charisma and musical expertise endeared her to audiences nationwide.
Her passion for music and broadcasting soon led her to discover the art of DJing, becoming one of only three female DJs in Ghana in the 90s,
Mr. Kwame Adu Gyamfi, a member of the Awards Board, praised Ms. Ardayfio, saying, “Her impact on the DJing industry and her pioneering role as one of the few female DJs in Ghana make her a fitting recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award.”
The Awards Board added, “Naa Ayeley Ardayfio’s journey from GBC studios to becoming a household name exemplifies resilience and dedication, especially at a period where we are promoting inclusion and diversity in the Disc Jockey business.”
This year’s Ghana DJ Awards, themed “United by Music,” will take place on November 25, 2024, at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Centre, featuring a diverse range of performances and celebrating the vibrant community of DJs in Ghana.
