Kerkula Blama
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| Born | April 25, 1994 Salala, Bong County, Liberia |
| Nationality | Liberian |
| Occupation | Blogger, Vlogger, Content Creator |
Notable work | Geez Liberia |
| Website | Geez Liberia |
Kerkula Blama (born April 25, 1994), widely known as Aketella, is a Liberian blogger, vlogger, and content creator. He is the founder of Geez Liberia, a popular blog that covers entertainment, lifestyle, and news in Liberia. Since its launch in 2018, Geez Liberia has become a prominent platform for Liberian media, garnering both local and international attention.[1][2]
Early Life and Education
Kerkula Blama was born in Salala, Bong County, Liberia, during the civil war. His family relocated to Monrovia, where he attended St. Phillip Elementary and Junior High School. Later, his family moved to the Firestone Rubber Plantation area, where he graduated from Division 16 Junior High School in 2011 and Firestone Liberia Senior High School in 2015.
Blama pursued higher education at the African Methodist Episcopal University, majoring in Management with a minor in Public Administration. He also obtained a certificate in website design from the Orange Digital Center in 2022.[3]
Career
Blama's career began in 2016 as a music producer collaborating with Paynesville-based artists. He later transitioned into blogging, joining PlusLiberia as a writer and web manager. In 2018, he founded Geez Liberia (originally LIB Geez), which quickly became one of Liberia's leading entertainment blogs.[2][4]
In 2021, Blama expanded his media presence by launching a YouTube channel, offering insights into Liberia's entertainment industry. [5][6][7]In 2022, he hosted a radio show, The Weekend Exclusive, on Kool FM. Under the Geez Group of Companies, Blama oversees several subsidiaries, including Geez Ghana, Geez Nigeria, and Geez Sports.
Recognition
Blama's work has earned him several accolades, including:
- 2024 Blogger of the Year, Paynesville Entertainment Awards
- 2024 Blog of the Year for Geez Liberia, Paynesville Entertainment Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Reference |
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| 2018 | WAFRIC Awards | Blogger of the Year | Nominated | [8] |
| 2024 | Paynesville Entertainment Awards | Blogger of the Year | Won | [9][10] |
References
- ↑ Momo, James (2023-09-27). "Blogger Spotlight: Meet Kerkula Blama, a young influential blogger from Liberia - MusicLiberia.com". MusicLiberia.com. Archived from the original on 2023-12-10. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Kerkula Blama: Liberian Blogger, Vlogger, and Curator". Ameyaw Debrah. 2021.
- ↑ "The Blogging Phenomenon: Kerkula Blama's Journey to Success". Liberian Investigator. 2022.
- ↑ Momo, James (2025-01-28). "Blogger Kerkula Blama Guide On How To Grow As An Upcoming Artist". African Entertainment. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
- ↑ Desk, NewCs (2023-09-11). "Kerkula Blama Gives Valuable Insight On How To Grow As An Upcoming Artist | News Ghana". newsghana.com.gh/. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
- ↑ Liberia, Concord Times (2023-11-26). "Kerkula Blama Offers Valuable Insight On How To Grow As An Upcoming Artist In Liberia | CONCORD TIMES LIBERIA". Retrieved 2025-02-05.
- ↑ "KERKULA BLAMA OFFERS VALUABLE INSIGHT ON HOW TO GROW AS AN UPCOMING ARTIST IN LIBERIA". Smart News Liberia. 2023-09-26. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
- ↑ "WAFRIC AWARDS 2018' NOMINEES". The West African Citizens Awards. Retrieved 2025-02-09.
- ↑ "Geez Liberia Takes Home Blog of the Year at the 2025 Paynesville Entertainment Awards". Ameyaw Debrah. 2025.
- ↑ Ghana, NVews (2025-01-17). "Geez Liberia Wins Blog of the Year at 2025 Paynesville Entertainment Awards | News Ghana". newsghana.com.gh/. Retrieved 2025-02-09.
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