The Ghana Merit Awards has announced the distinguished recipients of the International Honors Class – Lifetime Achievement Awards, an elite global recognition segment dedicated to celebrating exceptional individuals across the Caribbean, Africa, North America, and the diaspora. It is slated for August 2 in Accra, Ghana.

The honourees exemplify enduring legacy, cultural influence, and unwavering service to humanity. Set against the backdrop of Ghana’s rising influence in global diplomacy and development, this recognition reaffirms the nation’s commitment to honoring those whose life’s work continues to build bridges between cultures, uplift communities, and drive transformation across generations and geographies.

The 2025 Honorees – International Honors Class: Lifetime Achievement Awards:

1. Hon Hadji Mustaphar, Mawerehene of Aburi Atwesine – Ghana

2. H.E. Amb. Prof. Adaeze Menakaya – Nigeria | USA-Humanitarian/ Education

3. Diana Afriyie Addo (Mrs.), Minister/Head, Trade & Investment Section – Ghana

4. Jackie A Longmore – Jamaica-Humanitarian

5. H.E. Amb. Prof. Dr. Onika Campbell-Rowe, D-CPC, D-Min, PhD –Diplomacy/ Global Peace Ambassador/ Humanitarian/ Education (SDG4) -UNorg CICA International

6. H.E. Amb. Dr. Devon Bannister – Guyana | USA-Education / Sustainable Development /Diplomacy

7. Dr Melesha Grace Sinclair Harris, PhD, D-SPC –Mental Health Advocate/ Humanitarian/ International Award Gospel Recording Artist/ Music Ministry

8. Donovan R Longmore – Jamaica | USA- Humanitarian

9. Dr Christopher “DJ SkinnyRich” Rowe – Jamaica –Global Musical Ambassador/ Humanitarian

10. Oheneyere Gifty Anti, Renowned Media Personality & Advocate – Ghana

11. Mr Abeiku Aggrey Santana, Deputy CEO, Ghana Tourism Authority – Ghana

12. Mr Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD), Presidential Adviser on Diaspora Affairs – Ghana

13. Diamond Platnumz, International Recording Artist – Tanzania

14. Martin Kadinda, Fashion Designer & Cultural Curator – Tanzania

15. Livingstone Etse Satekla (Stonebwoy), Afro-Dancehall Icon – Ghana

16. Alfred Lloyd Kpedro-Grant, Entrepreneur & Development Strategist – Ghana

17. Dr Jacqueline Nelson, PhD, Entrepreneur & Music Executive – Jamaica

18. H.E. Rev Atta Badu Snr, Global Faith Leader – Ghana | United Kingdom

This year’s awards are presented in collaboration with globally recognized platforms, including: Harmony for Humanity, Express Rhythm Collective, Yaada Music, and Feleb Concepts.