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Veronica Ofosu-Kontoh (née Giovanna Victoria Naa Kordei
Aggrey) Okai-Blay aka “Gio”
Branch Manager, Ecobank Ghana Ltd Poet; Writer; Actress; Voice Over
Artist
Wrigley House (Block D); S2
Class (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) Wrigley House (Block D); A2
Class (English, Literature in English,
Birthday: 3rd September; ENFJ French)
Personality President of the Drama Club;
Chorister; PRO for Anglican Mass;
Alumna of the Kwame Nkrumah Member of the Writers & Debaters
University of Science & Technology Club
(BSc Biochemistry) and the Paris
Graduate School of Management Birthday: 7th June; Gemini
(International Business) Alumna of the University of Ghana,
Legon (BA Psychology); Eagle Drama
Interests: Reading; cooking, College (Certificate in Acting for
Relationship Counselling; Travelling Film)
to explore scenic places
Interests: Reading; Acting; Singing;
trained Biochemist turned Films & Documentaries; Travelling
A Banker, I was first employed by n incident that stands out in
Pioneer Food Cannery, the producers Amy memory of Wesley Girls is
of Starkist Tuna after completing how the School rallied to keep things
my bachelor’s degree. Having
developed an interest in banking in 2003, I effortlessly made a switch to banking with running smoothly during a severe water crisis in Cape Coast that had most schools closing
Standard Chartered Bank in 2004 and later moved to Ecobank Ghana Limited in 2006 as a down. It was due to the tireless efforts of the School administration, Old Girls and the PTA;
Relationship Manager. and that has always been the proud Gey Hey tradition!
I also recall a humorous moment in when we were entrusted to fight back the petty thieves to
I am affable, self-driven and have a passion for excellence. I believe that there is no limit to end the menace.
human accomplishment; thus, one should always dig deep into oneself to bring out the very I am most inspired by my parents, who have been a pillar of strength and support in any
best every time. I am married and a proud mother of three wonderful children. journey I have undertaken.

My time in Wesley Girls’ High School was really transforming and fulfilling. I grew from a You would be intrigued to know that I was Miss Nino 1st Runner Up while my sister Klorkor
girl who would usually shy away from helping with chores at home to one that my parents, was the 2nd Runner Up. I have since had the privilege and honour of performing with the
especially my dad, became proud of. Barely a year into my time here, the woman in me music maestro, Stevie Wonder himself. I am proud to call him friend.
sprouted to the astonishment of my family and acquaintances alike. I virtually took charge My proudest moment was when my beautiful son was born at six months weighing just
of the running of the home which enabled my mum to relax a bit and focus on other under 2 pounds (lbs)! He is a true miracle now 9 years old, and has inspired my support for
activities. I must confess I became more responsible and relevant to my family even before the charity Little Big Souls to make sure that these precious ones survive and thrive. It might
my ‘nino’ year was over. interest you to know that both Albert Einstein and Stevie Wonder were born preemies!

My personal motto: Attitude is everything; it determines our altitude. I believe in Philippians 4:13 that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!

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