Gedoni Ekpata

Gedoni Ekpata, often recognized simply as Gedoni, is a Nigerian reality television personality, fashion entrepreneur, and public servant. He gained prominence following his appearance as a housemate on the fourth season of the Nigerian reality show *Big Brother Naija* (BBNaija), themed "Pepper Dem," in 2019.Early Life and Education Gedoni Ekpata was born in Nigeria. Prior to his rise to fame, he pursued his education and developed an interest in the creative industries, specifically fashion and modeling. He maintains a private persona regarding detailed accounts of his early life.Career Progression and Achievements Gedoni’s career is primarily defined by his public exposure through reality television and his subsequent ventures into fashion and political appointments. **Reality Television:** His participation in *BBNaija* in 2019 brought him national recognition. Although he did not win the competition, his presence and relationships within the house established him as a media personality. **Fashion and Entrepreneurship:** Following his time on BBNaija, Gedoni focused on his passion for fashion design. He is known for his clothing brand and is actively involved in the Nigerian fashion industry. A notable development in his entrepreneurial journey was his collaboration with the Cross River State Garment Factory, where he planned to launch his first clothing collection. This move highlighted his commitment to producing his fashion line domestically. **Public Service:** In a significant shift in his career, Gedoni Ekpata was appointed as the Special Assistant (SA) to the Governor of Cross River State, Ben Ayade, on the Garment Factory and Branding. This appointment marked his foray into public administration, utilizing his background in fashion and brand development to support the state's economic initiatives related to garment production.Notable Works and Current Status While Gedoni's career includes several creative projects, his primary notable works include his public role as a fashion entrepreneur and his government appointment. As of his most prominent public roles, Gedoni is recognized for balancing his career as a media personality with his responsibilities as a Special Assistant in Cross River State, Nigeria. He maintains an active social media presence, connecting with his audience via platforms like Instagram (@gedoni) and X (@GEDONI), where he has approximately 1.5 million followers.