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{{short description|Ghanaian announcer and journalist}}
{{short description|Ghanaian announcer and journalist}}
{{UDP|date=September 2018}}
{{Original research|date=September 2018}}
{{Infobox person
{{Infobox person
| name = Nathaniel Attoh
| name = Nathaniel Attoh
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| education = {{ubl|[[Ridge Church School]]|[[St. Augustine's College (Cape Coast)]]|[[Ghana Institute of Journalism]]|[[African University College of Communications]]}}
| education = {{ubl|[[Ridge Church School]]|[[St. Augustine's College (Cape Coast)|St. Augustine's College]]}}
| alma_mater = {{ubl|[[Ghana Institute of Journalism]]|[[African University College of Communications]]}}
| occupation = [[Master of ceremonies]],[[ring announcer]],TV and radio journalist
| occupation = [[Master of ceremonies]], [[ring announcer]],TV and radio journalist
| alias = Citizen Attoh
| alias = Citizen Attoh
| title =
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| family =
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| spouse = Emelia Asiedu Attoh<ref>{{cite web|url=http://ghana-photos.myjoyonline.com/Joy-FM-S-Nathaniel-Attoh-finds-love?page=1 |title=Joy FM'S Nathaniel Attoh finds love |website=Ghana-photos.myjoyonline.com |date= |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref>
| spouse = Emelia Asiedu Attoh<ref>{{cite web|url=http://ghana-photos.myjoyonline.com/Joy-FM-S-Nathaniel-Attoh-finds-love?page=1 |title=Joy FM'S Nathaniel Attoh finds love |website=Ghana-photos.myjoyonline.com |access-date=2016-12-16}}</ref>
| domestic_partner =
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| children = 2
| children = 2
| relatives =
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| nationality = Ghanaian
| nationality = Ghanaian
| home_town = [[Accra]]
| years_active = 2003–present
| years_active = 2003–present
| credits = {{Plainlist|
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'''Nathaniel Attoh''',<ref>{{cite web|url=http://quicknewsgh.com/2016/04/29/i-would-love-to-host-the-vgmas-again-nathaniel-attoh/|title=I would love to host the VGMA's again – Nathaniel Attoh - News in Ghana|date=29 April 2016|website=Quicknewsgh.com|accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.peacefmonline.com/pages/showbiz/news/201407/208738.php |title=XCLUSIV FOTOS: Nathaniel Attoh Marries A Lawyer! &#124; General Entertainment |website=Peacefmonline.com |date= |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author= |url=http://ghanagist.com/photos-sport-journalist-nathaniel-attoh-grabs-a-wife/ |title=PHOTOS: Sport Journalist Nathaniel Attoh grabs a wife |website=GhanaGist.Com |date= |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref> alias "Citizen Attoh",<ref>{{cite web|url=http://ghheadlines.com/agency/daily-guide/20130328/478407/nathaniel-attoh-to-hosts-rhythms-on-da-runway--- |title=Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway &#124; GhHeadlines Total News Total Information |website=Ghheadlines.com |date=2013-03-28 |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref> born (March 11, 1983) is a [[Ghanaian]] professional [[master of ceremonies]] (mc), international boxing ring announcer, and television and radio [[journalist]]. He is known for the radio show " Joy Sports Link" on [[Joy FM (Ghana)|Joy 99.7 FM]] (the flagship brand of the [[Multimedia Group Limited|Multimedia Group]]) Ghana.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://think.com.gh/star-broadcaster-and-emcee-nathaniel-attoh-a-k-a-citizen-attohs-nomination-for-saturdays-glitz-style-awards-in-the-most-stylish-radio-personality-category-is-no-big-surprise-and-he-could-end-up-p/|title=Star broadcaster and emcee Nathaniel Attoh a.k.a. Citizen Attoh's nomination for Saturday's Glitz Style Awards in the Most Stylish Radio Personality Category is no big surprise and he could end up picking the award at the colourful event at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel.|first1=Think|last1=Ghana|website=Think.com.gh|accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/news/2016/September-9th/nathaniel-attoh-nominated-for-glitz-most-stylish-radio-personality-award.php|title=Nathaniel Attoh up for Glitz Africa Most Stylish Radio personality award|website=Myjoyonline.com|accessdate=2016-12-16|date=2016-09-09}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://pulse.com.gh/celebrities/exclusive-men-of-the-year-awards-naa-ashorkor-nathaniel-attoh-to-host-emy-awards-2016-id5161216.html|title=Ghanaian actress' booty causes stir at 2015 VGMAs|first1=Gbenga|last1=Bada|website=Pulse.com.gh|accessdate=2016-12-16|date=2016-06-17}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://enewsgh.com/2016/12/07/giovani-nathaniel-attoh-lexis-bill-cover-november-edition-eventguide-magazine/|title=Giovani, Nathaniel Attoh, Lexis Bill cover November edition of EventGuide Magazine|first=|last=|website=Enewsgh.com|accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.graphic.com.gh/entertainment/showbiz-news/nathaniel-attoh-your-emcee-for-the-show.html|title=Nathaniel Attoh: your emcee for the show|first=|last=|website=Graphic.com.gh|accessdate=2016-12-16|date=2013-07-25}}</ref>
'''Nathaniel Attoh''',<ref>{{cite web |date=29 April 2016 |title=I would love to host the VGMA's again – Nathaniel Attoh - News in Ghana |url=http://quicknewsgh.com/2016/04/29/i-would-love-to-host-the-vgmas-again-nathaniel-attoh/ |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Quicknews Ghana}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=XCLUSIV FOTOS: Nathaniel Attoh Marries A Lawyer! &#124; General Entertainment |url=http://www.peacefmonline.com/pages/showbiz/news/201407/208738.php |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Peacefmonline}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=PHOTOS: Sport Journalist Nathaniel Attoh grabs a wife |url=http://ghanagist.com/photos-sport-journalist-nathaniel-attoh-grabs-a-wife/ |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=GhanaGist}}</ref> alias '''Citizen Attoh''',<ref>{{cite web |date=2013-03-28 |title=Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway &#124; GhHeadlines Total News Total Information |url=http://ghheadlines.com/agency/daily-guide/20130328/478407/nathaniel-attoh-to-hosts-rhythms-on-da-runway--- |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Ghheadlines}}</ref> born (March 11, 1983) is a [[Ghanaian]] professional [[master of ceremonies]] (mc), international boxing ring announcer, and television and radio [[journalist]]. He is known for the radio show " Joy Sports Link" on [[Joy FM (Ghana)|Joy 99.7 FM]] (the flagship brand of the [[Multimedia Group Limited|Multimedia Group]]) Ghana.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Ghana |first1=Think |title=Star broadcaster and emcee Nathaniel Attoh a.k.a. Citizen Attoh's nomination for Saturday's Glitz Style Awards in the Most Stylish Radio Personality Category is no big surprise and he could end up picking the award at the colourful event at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel. |url=http://think.com.gh/star-broadcaster-and-emcee-nathaniel-attoh-a-k-a-citizen-attohs-nomination-for-saturdays-glitz-style-awards-in-the-most-stylish-radio-personality-category-is-no-big-surprise-and-he-could-end-up-p/ |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Think Ghana}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |date=2016-09-09 |title=Nathaniel Attoh up for Glitz Africa Most Stylish Radio personality award |url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/news/2016/September-9th/nathaniel-attoh-nominated-for-glitz-most-stylish-radio-personality-award.php |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Myjoyonline}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1=Bada |first1=Gbenga |date=2016-06-17 |title=Ghanaian actress' booty causes stir at 2015 VGMAs |url=http://pulse.com.gh/celebrities/exclusive-men-of-the-year-awards-naa-ashorkor-nathaniel-attoh-to-host-emy-awards-2016-id5161216.html |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Pulse Ghana}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Giovani, Nathaniel Attoh, Lexis Bill cover November edition of EventGuide Magazine |url=https://enewsgh.com/2016/12/07/giovani-nathaniel-attoh-lexis-bill-cover-november-edition-eventguide-magazine/ |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=E News Ghana}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |date=2013-07-25 |title=Nathaniel Attoh: your emcee for the show |url=http://www.graphic.com.gh/entertainment/showbiz-news/nathaniel-attoh-your-emcee-for-the-show.html |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Graphic Ghana}}</ref>


== Early life and education ==
== Early life and education ==
Attoh was born in [[Accra]], Ghana. He was educated at [[Ridge Church School]] in Accra., followed by [[St. Augustine's College (Cape Coast)|St. Augustine's College]] in [[Cape Coast, Ghana]].
The son of a physician, Attoh was born in [[Accra]], Ghana. He was educated at [[Ridge Church School]] in Accra., followed by [[St. Augustine's College (Cape Coast)|St. Augustine's College]] in [[Cape Coast, Ghana]].


He then received a diploma in communication studies from the [[African University College of Communications]] (then Africa Institute of Journalism and Communications) between 2003 and 2005. He later enrolled at the [[Ghana Institute of Journalism]] (GIJ), where he successfully completed a [[Bachelor of Arts]] degree in [[communication studies]] (PR option).
He then received a diploma in communication studies from the [[African University College of Communications]] (then Africa Institute of Journalism and Communications) between 2003 and 2005. He later enrolled at the [[Ghana Institute of Journalism]] (GIJ), where he successfully completed a [[Bachelor of Arts]] degree in [[communication studies]] (PR option).


== Broadcast career ==
== Broadcast career ==
Attoh started his journalism career with the [[Graphic Communications Group Limited|Graphic Communications Group]], where he reported for the Graphic Sports Newspaper. After 5 years, he joined the [[Multimedia Group Limited|Multimedia Group (Ghana)]] in April 2009 as a Broadcast Journalist (Sports). He was key in the establishment of the Joy Sports brand which now is on television, radio and online.
Attoh started his journalism career with the [[Graphic Communications Group Limited|Graphic Communications Group]], where he reported for the Graphic Sports Newspaper. After 5 years, he joined the [[Multimedia Group Limited|Multimedia Group (Ghana)]] in April 2009 as a Broadcast Journalist (Sports). He was key in the establishment of the Joy Sports brand which now is on television, radio and online.


He was promoted to senior broadcast journalist and eventually editor of Joy Sports. He moved beyond sports, and presented some entertainment and lifestyle shows (Entertainment News on Drive Time on Joy FM and also "Autograph on the Joy Prime Channel on Multi TV"). He is the host of "Sports Today" on the Joy News Channel on Multi TV Ghana. He has also anchored the [[Africa Cup of Nations|African Cup of Nations]] Broadcast, the Football Show and the [[English Premier league|English Premier League]] Broadcast, all on [[Multi TV]] Ghana.
He was promoted to senior broadcast journalist and eventually editor of Joy Sports. He moved beyond sports, and presented some entertainment and lifestyle shows (Entertainment News on Drive Time on Joy FM and also "Autograph on the Joy Prime Channel on Multi TV"). He is the host of "Sports Today" on the Joy News Channel on Multi TV Ghana. He has also anchored the [[Africa Cup of Nations|African Cup of Nations]] Broadcast, the Football Show and the [[English Premier league|English Premier League]] Broadcast, all on [[Multi TV]] Ghana.


==Personal life==
==Personal life==
Attoh married Emelia Asiedu Attoh(an Accra-based Lawyer) in July 2014; they have 2 children<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ghanacelebrities.com/2016/10/02/nathaniel-attoh-wife-welcomes-baby-girl/ |title=Nathaniel Attoh And Wife Welcome Baby Girl |website=Ghanacelebrities.com |date= 2016-10-02|accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref>
Attoh married Accra-based lawyer, Emelia Asiedu Attoh in July 2014; they have 2 children<ref>{{cite web |date=2016-10-02 |title=Nathaniel Attoh And Wife Welcome Baby Girl |url=http://www.ghanacelebrities.com/2016/10/02/nathaniel-attoh-wife-welcomes-baby-girl/ |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Ghanacelebrities}}</ref>


==Events hosted==
==Events hosted==
[[File:Natattohvgma2017.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Nathaniel Attoh about to present the award for Reggae/Dancehall song of the year at the Vodafone [[Ghana Music Awards]] VGMA's 2017 at the [[Accra International Conference Centre]]]]
[[File:Natattohvgma2017.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Nathaniel Attoh about to present the award for Reggae/Dancehall song of the year at the Vodafone [[Ghana Music Awards]] VGMA's 2017 at the [[Accra International Conference Centre]]]]


*[[Vodafone Ghana Music Awards]] 2015 Edition<ref name="auto">{{cite web|url=http://www.thebigtriceonline.com/2015/04/vgmas-2015-just-in-joy-fms-nathaniel.html |title=VGMAs 2015: Just In. Joy Fm's Nathaniel Attoh & Joselyn Dumas To Host VGMAs 2015, Dj Black & Funny Face return |website=Thebigtriceonline.com |date=2015-04-11 |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref name="auto"/>
*[[Vodafone Ghana Music Awards]] 2015 Edition<ref name="auto">{{cite web|url=http://www.thebigtriceonline.com/2015/04/vgmas-2015-just-in-joy-fms-nathaniel.html |title=VGMAs 2015: Just In. Joy Fm's Nathaniel Attoh & Joselyn Dumas To Host VGMAs 2015, Dj Black & Funny Face return |website=Thebigtriceonline.com |date=2015-04-11 |access-date=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Ghana Movie Awards 2011
*Ghana Movie Awards 2011
*Ghana Banking Awards 2015
*Ghana Banking Awards 2015
*CIMG ([[Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana]]) Awards 2013
*CIMG ([[Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana]]) Awards 2013
*[[Sport Writers Association of Ghana|Sports Writers Association of Ghana]] (SWAG) Awards (5 Editions)
*[[Sport Writers Association of Ghana|Sports Writers Association of Ghana]] (SWAG) Awards (5 Editions)
*[[Ghana Journalists Association]] (GJA) Awards (3 Editions including the 2015 Edition)
*[[Ghana Journalists Association]] (GJA) Awards (3 Editions including the 2015 Edition)
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*60th Anniversary of GCB Bank (then Ghana Commercial Bank)
*60th Anniversary of GCB Bank (then Ghana Commercial Bank)
*50th Anniversary Dinner and Awards of the [[National Lottery Authority]]
*50th Anniversary Dinner and Awards of the [[National Lottery Authority]]
*Guinness Football Challenge Ghana (Seasons I, II and III)<ref>{{cite web|author= |url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2016/june-18th/joy-fms-nathaniel-attoh-.php |title=Nathaniel Attoh & Naa Ashorkor to host tonight's EMYs |website=MyJoyOnline.com |date=2016-06-18 |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last1=Guide |first1=Daily |url=https://www.modernghana.com/sports/465288/gyan-nyantakyi-support-guinness-football-challenge-contesta.html |title=Gyan, Nyantakyi Support Guinness Football Challenge Contestants |website=Modernghana.com |date=2013-05-23 |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Guinness Football Challenge Ghana (Seasons I, II and III)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2016/june-18th/joy-fms-nathaniel-attoh-.php |title=Nathaniel Attoh & Naa Ashorkor to host tonight's EMYs |website=MyJoyOnline.com |date=2016-06-18 |access-date=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last1=Guide |first1=Daily |url=https://www.modernghana.com/sports/465288/gyan-nyantakyi-support-guinness-football-challenge-contesta.html |title=Gyan, Nyantakyi Support Guinness Football Challenge Contestants |website=Modernghana.com |date=2013-05-23 |access-date=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Rhythms On Da Runway.<ref>{{cite web|author=Daily Guide Africa |url=https://www.newsghana.com.gh/joy-fms-nathaniel-attoh-to-hosts-rhythms-on-da-runway/ |title=Joy FM's Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway |website=Newsghana.com.gh |date=2013-03-29 |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ghanavisions.com/news/44090-nathaniel-attoh-to-hosts-rhythms-on-da-runway.html |title=Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway - GhanaVision - Online News and Information Portal for Ghanaians In Diaspora |website=Ghanavisions.com |date=2013-03-28 |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Rhythms On Da Runway.<ref>{{cite web|author=Daily Guide Africa |url=https://www.newsghana.com.gh/joy-fms-nathaniel-attoh-to-hosts-rhythms-on-da-runway/ |title=Joy FM's Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway |website=Newsghana.com.gh |date=2013-03-29 |access-date=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ghanavisions.com/news/44090-nathaniel-attoh-to-hosts-rhythms-on-da-runway.html |title=Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway - GhanaVision - Online News and Information Portal for Ghanaians In Diaspora |website=Ghanavisions.com |date=2013-03-28 |access-date=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Miss Universe Ghana <ref>{{cite web|last1=Ike |first1=Quojo |url=http://www.ghanafilmindustry.com/yvonne-nelson-and-benny-blanco-join-miss-universe-ghana-2013-judges/ |title=Yvonne Nelson And Benny Blanco Join Miss Universe Ghana 2013 Judges |publisher=Ghana Film Industry |date=2013-05-17 |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Miss Universe Ghana<ref>{{cite web|last1=Ike |first1=Quojo |url=http://www.ghanafilmindustry.com/yvonne-nelson-and-benny-blanco-join-miss-universe-ghana-2013-judges/ |title=Yvonne Nelson And Benny Blanco Join Miss Universe Ghana 2013 Judges |publisher=Ghana Film Industry |date=2013-05-17 |access-date=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Host, Exclusive Men of the Year (EMY) Awards 2016.
*Host, Exclusive Men of the Year (EMY) Awards 2016.
*Host, The Rhythms on DA Runway event, 2017.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://kasapafmonline.com/2017/04/03/photos-african-fashion-heads-gather-accra-rhythms-da-runway/|title=PHOTOS: African fashion heads gather in Accra for Rhythms on DA Runway|date=2017-04-03|work=Kasapa102.5FM|access-date=2018-05-25|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2017/April-2nd/photos-mama-zimbi-lexis-bill-nat-attoh-dazzle-at-rhythms-on-the-runway.php|title=Videos/Photos: Mama Zimbi, Lexis Bill, Nat Attoh dazzle at 'Rhythms On The Runway'|date=2017-04-02|access-date=2018-05-25|language=en-US}}</ref>
*Host, The Rhythms on DA Runway event, 2017.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://kasapafmonline.com/2017/04/03/photos-african-fashion-heads-gather-accra-rhythms-da-runway/|title=PHOTOS: African fashion heads gather in Accra for Rhythms on DA Runway|date=2017-04-03|work=Kasapa102.5FM|access-date=2018-05-25|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2017/April-2nd/photos-mama-zimbi-lexis-bill-nat-attoh-dazzle-at-rhythms-on-the-runway.php|title=Videos/Photos: Mama Zimbi, Lexis Bill, Nat Attoh dazzle at 'Rhythms On The Runway'|date=2017-04-02|access-date=2018-05-25|language=en-US}}</ref>
*Host Miss Universe Ghana, 2018.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2018/September-20th/photos-classic-nathaniel-attoh-dazzles-as-host-of-2018-miss-universe-ghana.php|title=Photos: Classic Nathaniel Attoh dazzles as host of 2018 Miss Universe Ghana|website=www.myjoyonline.com|access-date=2019-08-24}}</ref>
*Host Miss Universe Ghana, 2018.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Photos: Classic Nathaniel Attoh dazzles as host of 2018 Miss Universe Ghana |url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2018/September-20th/photos-classic-nathaniel-attoh-dazzles-as-host-of-2018-miss-universe-ghana.php |access-date=2019-08-24 |website=Myjoyonline.}}</ref>
*Co host Rhythms on Da Runway.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Nana-Aba-Anamoah-Nathaniel-Attoh-to-host-Rhythms-On-Da-Runway-772553|title=Nana Aba Anamoah, Nathaniel Attoh to host Rhythms On Da Runway|website=www.ghanaweb.com|language=en|access-date=2019-08-24}}</ref>
*Co host Rhythms on Da Runway.<ref>{{Cite web |date=16 August 2019 |title=Nana Aba Anamoah, Nathaniel Attoh to host Rhythms On Da Runway |url=https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Nana-Aba-Anamoah-Nathaniel-Attoh-to-host-Rhythms-On-Da-Runway-772553 |access-date=2019-08-24 |website=GhanaWeb |language=en}}</ref>
*Hosted [[The Spelling Bee Ghana]], 2017,2020.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2017-02-09|title=Delhi Public School shines at 10th National Spelling Bee Finals|url=https://citifmonline.com/2017/02/delhi-public-school-shines-at-10th-national-spelling-bee-finals/|access-date=2021-02-07|website=Citi 97.3 FM - Relevant Radio. Always|language=en-US}}</ref>


[[File:Rthyms2017.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4| Nathaniel Attoh hosting the 2017 edition of the Rhythmz On the Runway fashion show]]
[[File:Nathaniel Attoh Rthyms2017.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4| Nathaniel Attoh hosting the 2017 edition of the Rhythmz On the Runway fashion show]]


==Achievements and nominations==
==Achievements and nominations==
*Nominated, Glitz Style Awards 2016 Edition
*Nominated, Glitz Style Awards 2016 Edition
*Nominated, 2012 [[Radio and Television Personality Awards]] Ghana.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.modernghana.com/music/18068/radio-tv-personality-awards-nominees-list-out.html|title=Radio, TV personality awards - Nominees list out|website=Modernghana.com|accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.peacefmonline.com/pages/showbiz/radiotv/201205/114119.php|title=Final List Of Radio & Television Personality Awards Nominees Out|website=Peacefmonline.com|accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Nominated, 2012 [[Radio and Television Personality Awards]] Ghana.<ref>{{cite web |title=Radio, TV personality awards - Nominees list out |url=https://www.modernghana.com/music/18068/radio-tv-personality-awards-nominees-list-out.html |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Modernghana.}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Final List Of Radio & Television Personality Awards Nominees Out |url=http://www.peacefmonline.com/pages/showbiz/radiotv/201205/114119.php |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Peacefmonline.}}</ref>
*Nominated, 2016 [[Radio and Television Personality Awards]] Ghana.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://dailyviewgh.com/full-list-of-nominees-for-2016-radio-and-television-personality-awards |title=Full list of Nominees for 2016 Radio and Television Personality Awards – DailyViewGh |website=Dailyviewgh.com |date=2016-09-16 |accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref>
*Nominated, 2016 [[Radio and Television Personality Awards]] Ghana.<ref>{{cite web |date=2016-09-16 |title=Full list of Nominees for 2016 Radio and Television Personality Awards – DailyViewGh |url=http://dailyviewgh.com/full-list-of-nominees-for-2016-radio-and-television-personality-awards |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Dailyviewgh}}</ref>
*Awarded, 2018 Glitz Africa Style Awards Media Personality of the year.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Glitz-Style-Awards-2018-Complete-list-of-winners-681811|title=Glitz Style Awards 2018: Complete list of winners|website=www.ghanaweb.com|language=en|access-date=2019-10-24
*Awarded, 2018 Glitz Africa Style Awards Media Personality of the year.<ref>{{Cite web |date=3 September 2018 |title=Glitz Style Awards 2018: Complete list of winners |url=https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Glitz-Style-Awards-2018-Complete-list-of-winners-681811 |access-date=2019-10-24 |website=GhanaWeb |language=en}}</ref>
*Special award for contributions to Creative Arts Industry, 'Rhythms On Da Runway’ 2022.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Atsui |first=Elsy |date=2022-11-22 |title=Nathaniel Attoh honoured at 2022 Rythms on da runway |url=https://theindependentghana.com/nathaniel-attoh-honoured-at-2022-rythms-on-da-runway/ |access-date=2023-08-31 |website=The Independent Ghana |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-11-24 |title=Nathaniel Attoh Honoured |url=https://dailyguidenetwork.com/nathaniel-attoh-honoured/ |access-date=2023-08-31 |website=DailyGuide Network |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-11-21 |title=Nathaniel Attoh honoured at 2022 Rhythms On Da Runway |url=https://citinewsroom.com/2022/11/nathaniel-attoh-honoured-at-2022-rhythms-on-da-runway/ |access-date=2023-08-31 |website=Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana |language=en-US}}</ref>


== Modelling ==
== Modelling ==
His first experience on the runway, was at the 2018 edition of the Joy Beauty and Bridal Fair, where he modeled suits and traditional marriage outfits and later at the 2019 Glitz Africa Fashion Week, in a design put together by Jay Ray Ghartey.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2019/October-21st/photos-joy-fms-nathaniel-attoh-dazzles-audience-in-modelling-debut.php|title=Photos: Joy FM's Nathaniel Attoh dazzles audience in modelling debut|website=www.myjoyonline.com|access-date=2019-10-24}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.myjoyonline.com/news/2018/July-14th/2018-joy-fm-beauty-and-bridal-fair-in-ghana-lace-chiffon-glitz-and-glamour-is-all-the-buzz.php|title=2018 Joy Beauty and Bridal Fair: In Ghana, lace, chiffon, glitz and glamour is all the buzz|website=www.myjoyonline.com|access-date=2019-10-24}}</ref>
His first experience on the runway, was at the 2018 edition of the Joy Beauty and Bridal Fair, where he modeled suits and traditional marriage outfits and later at the 2019 Glitz Africa Fashion Week, in a design put together by Jay Ray Ghartey.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Photos: Joy FM's Nathaniel Attoh dazzles audience in modelling debut |url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2019/October-21st/photos-joy-fms-nathaniel-attoh-dazzles-audience-in-modelling-debut.php |access-date=2019-10-24 |website=Myjoyonline}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=2018 Joy Beauty and Bridal Fair: In Ghana, lace, chiffon, glitz and glamour is all the buzz |url=https://www.myjoyonline.com/news/2018/July-14th/2018-joy-fm-beauty-and-bridal-fair-in-ghana-lace-chiffon-glitz-and-glamour-is-all-the-buzz.php |access-date=2019-10-24 |website=Myjoyonline}}</ref>


==Boxing announcer==
==Boxing announcer==
He has announced many big fight nights, including two [[International Boxing Organization|IBO]] World Title fights: [[Joseph Agbeko]] VS Luis Melendez and a [[World Boxing Council|WBC]] World Youth World Title between [[Isaac Dogboe]] and John Neil Tabanao of the Philippines.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/sports/2016/august-27th/isaac-dogboe-wins-wbc-featherweight-title.php|title=Isaac Dogboe wins WBC featherweight title|date=2016-08-27|access-date=2018-05-25|language=en-US}}</ref> He served as the [[Ring announcer|Ring Announcer]] for the Judgement Day Bout between Ghana's [[Braimah Kamoko|Bukom Banku]] and Ayittey Powers, which was telecast on [[DStv|DSTV]] [[SuperSport (South African TV channel)|Super Sports]] to over 30 African Countries.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.m.myjoyonline.com/marticles/sports/live-update-bukom-banku-wins-judgement-day-bout|title=Live Update: Bukom Banku wins judgement day bout|first=|last=|website=Myjoyonline.com|accessdate=2016-12-16}}</ref>
He has announced many big fight nights, including two [[International Boxing Organization|IBO]] World Title fights: [[Joseph Agbeko]] VS Luis Melendez and a [[World Boxing Council|WBC]] World Youth World Title between [[Isaac Dogboe]] and John Neil Tabanao of the Philippines.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/sports/2016/august-27th/isaac-dogboe-wins-wbc-featherweight-title.php|title=Isaac Dogboe wins WBC featherweight title|date=2016-08-27|access-date=2018-05-25|language=en-US}}</ref> He served as the [[Ring announcer|Ring Announcer]] for the Judgement Day Bout between Ghana's [[Braimah Kamoko|Bukom Banku]] and Ayittey Powers, which was telecast on [[DStv|DSTV]] [[SuperSport (South African TV channel)|Super Sports]] to over 30 African Countries.<ref>{{cite web |title=Live Update: Bukom Banku wins judgement day bout |url=http://www.m.myjoyonline.com/marticles/sports/live-update-bukom-banku-wins-judgement-day-bout |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Myjoyonline}}</ref>
Nathaniel also served as the MC for the grand opening of the Bukom Boxing Arena of the Trust Sports Emporium.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2016/November-16th/video-nathaniel-attohs-perfect-intro-at-bukom-boxing-arena-opening.php|title=Video: Nathaniel Attoh's perfect intro at Bukom Boxing Arena opening|first=|last=|website=Myjoyonline.com|accessdate=2016-12-16|date=2016-11-16}}</ref>
Nathaniel also served as the MC for the grand opening of the Bukom Boxing Arena of the Trust Sports Emporium.<ref>{{cite web |date=2016-11-16 |title=Video: Nathaniel Attoh's perfect intro at Bukom Boxing Arena opening |url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2016/November-16th/video-nathaniel-attohs-perfect-intro-at-bukom-boxing-arena-opening.php |access-date=2016-12-16 |website=Myjoyonline.}}</ref>


==References==
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Latest revision as of 21:38, 25 November 2024

Nathaniel Attoh
Born (1983-03-11) 11 March 1983 (age 41)
Accra, Ghana
NationalityGhanaian
Other namesCitizen Attoh
Education
Alma mater
Occupation(s)Master of ceremonies, ring announcer,TV and radio journalist
Years active2003–present
Notable credits
  • Joy Sports Link Host
SpouseEmelia Asiedu Attoh[1]
Children2
Websitewww.myjoyonline.com

Nathaniel Attoh,[2][3][4] alias Citizen Attoh,[5] born (March 11, 1983) is a Ghanaian professional master of ceremonies (mc), international boxing ring announcer, and television and radio journalist. He is known for the radio show " Joy Sports Link" on Joy 99.7 FM (the flagship brand of the Multimedia Group) Ghana.[6][7][8][9][10]

Early life and education

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The son of a physician, Attoh was born in Accra, Ghana. He was educated at Ridge Church School in Accra., followed by St. Augustine's College in Cape Coast, Ghana.

He then received a diploma in communication studies from the African University College of Communications (then Africa Institute of Journalism and Communications) between 2003 and 2005. He later enrolled at the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ), where he successfully completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies (PR option).

Broadcast career

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Attoh started his journalism career with the Graphic Communications Group, where he reported for the Graphic Sports Newspaper. After 5 years, he joined the Multimedia Group (Ghana) in April 2009 as a Broadcast Journalist (Sports). He was key in the establishment of the Joy Sports brand which now is on television, radio and online.

He was promoted to senior broadcast journalist and eventually editor of Joy Sports. He moved beyond sports, and presented some entertainment and lifestyle shows (Entertainment News on Drive Time on Joy FM and also "Autograph on the Joy Prime Channel on Multi TV"). He is the host of "Sports Today" on the Joy News Channel on Multi TV Ghana. He has also anchored the African Cup of Nations Broadcast, the Football Show and the English Premier League Broadcast, all on Multi TV Ghana.

Personal life

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Attoh married Accra-based lawyer, Emelia Asiedu Attoh in July 2014; they have 2 children[11]

Events hosted

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Nathaniel Attoh about to present the award for Reggae/Dancehall song of the year at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards VGMA's 2017 at the Accra International Conference Centre
Nathaniel Attoh hosting the 2017 edition of the Rhythmz On the Runway fashion show

Achievements and nominations

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Modelling

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His first experience on the runway, was at the 2018 edition of the Joy Beauty and Bridal Fair, where he modeled suits and traditional marriage outfits and later at the 2019 Glitz Africa Fashion Week, in a design put together by Jay Ray Ghartey.[30][31]

Boxing announcer

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He has announced many big fight nights, including two IBO World Title fights: Joseph Agbeko VS Luis Melendez and a WBC World Youth World Title between Isaac Dogboe and John Neil Tabanao of the Philippines.[32] He served as the Ring Announcer for the Judgement Day Bout between Ghana's Bukom Banku and Ayittey Powers, which was telecast on DSTV Super Sports to over 30 African Countries.[33] Nathaniel also served as the MC for the grand opening of the Bukom Boxing Arena of the Trust Sports Emporium.[34]

References

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  1. ^ "Joy FM'S Nathaniel Attoh finds love". Ghana-photos.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  2. ^ "I would love to host the VGMA's again – Nathaniel Attoh - News in Ghana". Quicknews Ghana. 29 April 2016. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  3. ^ "XCLUSIV FOTOS: Nathaniel Attoh Marries A Lawyer! | General Entertainment". Peacefmonline. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  4. ^ "PHOTOS: Sport Journalist Nathaniel Attoh grabs a wife". GhanaGist. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  5. ^ "Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway | GhHeadlines Total News Total Information". Ghheadlines. 2013-03-28. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  6. ^ Ghana, Think. "Star broadcaster and emcee Nathaniel Attoh a.k.a. Citizen Attoh's nomination for Saturday's Glitz Style Awards in the Most Stylish Radio Personality Category is no big surprise and he could end up picking the award at the colourful event at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel". Think Ghana. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  7. ^ "Nathaniel Attoh up for Glitz Africa Most Stylish Radio personality award". Myjoyonline. 2016-09-09. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  8. ^ Bada, Gbenga (2016-06-17). "Ghanaian actress' booty causes stir at 2015 VGMAs". Pulse Ghana. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  9. ^ "Giovani, Nathaniel Attoh, Lexis Bill cover November edition of EventGuide Magazine". E News Ghana. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  10. ^ "Nathaniel Attoh: your emcee for the show". Graphic Ghana. 2013-07-25. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  11. ^ "Nathaniel Attoh And Wife Welcome Baby Girl". Ghanacelebrities. 2016-10-02. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  12. ^ "VGMAs 2015: Just In. Joy Fm's Nathaniel Attoh & Joselyn Dumas To Host VGMAs 2015, Dj Black & Funny Face return". Thebigtriceonline.com. 2015-04-11. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  13. ^ "Nathaniel Attoh & Naa Ashorkor to host tonight's EMYs". MyJoyOnline.com. 2016-06-18. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  14. ^ Guide, Daily (2013-05-23). "Gyan, Nyantakyi Support Guinness Football Challenge Contestants". Modernghana.com. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  15. ^ Daily Guide Africa (2013-03-29). "Joy FM's Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway". Newsghana.com.gh. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  16. ^ "Nathaniel Attoh To Hosts Rhythms On Da Runway - GhanaVision - Online News and Information Portal for Ghanaians In Diaspora". Ghanavisions.com. 2013-03-28. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  17. ^ Ike, Quojo (2013-05-17). "Yvonne Nelson And Benny Blanco Join Miss Universe Ghana 2013 Judges". Ghana Film Industry. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  18. ^ "PHOTOS: African fashion heads gather in Accra for Rhythms on DA Runway". Kasapa102.5FM. 2017-04-03. Retrieved 2018-05-25.
  19. ^ "Videos/Photos: Mama Zimbi, Lexis Bill, Nat Attoh dazzle at 'Rhythms On The Runway'". 2017-04-02. Retrieved 2018-05-25.
  20. ^ "Photos: Classic Nathaniel Attoh dazzles as host of 2018 Miss Universe Ghana". Myjoyonline. Retrieved 2019-08-24.
  21. ^ "Nana Aba Anamoah, Nathaniel Attoh to host Rhythms On Da Runway". GhanaWeb. 16 August 2019. Retrieved 2019-08-24.
  22. ^ "Delhi Public School shines at 10th National Spelling Bee Finals". Citi 97.3 FM - Relevant Radio. Always. 2017-02-09. Retrieved 2021-02-07.
  23. ^ "Radio, TV personality awards - Nominees list out". Modernghana. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  24. ^ "Final List Of Radio & Television Personality Awards Nominees Out". Peacefmonline. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  25. ^ "Full list of Nominees for 2016 Radio and Television Personality Awards – DailyViewGh". Dailyviewgh. 2016-09-16. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  26. ^ "Glitz Style Awards 2018: Complete list of winners". GhanaWeb. 3 September 2018. Retrieved 2019-10-24.
  27. ^ Atsui, Elsy (2022-11-22). "Nathaniel Attoh honoured at 2022 Rythms on da runway". The Independent Ghana. Retrieved 2023-08-31.
  28. ^ "Nathaniel Attoh Honoured". DailyGuide Network. 2022-11-24. Retrieved 2023-08-31.
  29. ^ "Nathaniel Attoh honoured at 2022 Rhythms On Da Runway". Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana. 2022-11-21. Retrieved 2023-08-31.
  30. ^ "Photos: Joy FM's Nathaniel Attoh dazzles audience in modelling debut". Myjoyonline. Retrieved 2019-10-24.
  31. ^ "2018 Joy Beauty and Bridal Fair: In Ghana, lace, chiffon, glitz and glamour is all the buzz". Myjoyonline. Retrieved 2019-10-24.
  32. ^ "Isaac Dogboe wins WBC featherweight title". 2016-08-27. Retrieved 2018-05-25.
  33. ^ "Live Update: Bukom Banku wins judgement day bout". Myjoyonline. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
  34. ^ "Video: Nathaniel Attoh's perfect intro at Bukom Boxing Arena opening". Myjoyonline. 2016-11-16. Retrieved 2016-12-16.
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