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    Godson Umeh

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    Godson Umeh

    11 September 1995
    Reading, Berkshire
    NationalityBritish-Nigerian
    Other namesGodson
    CitizenshipBritish
    OccupationJewellery designer
    Known forHandcrafted Custom Jewelry
    Websitehttps://godsonumeh.com/

    Godson Umeh (born 11 September 1995) is a British-Nigerian jewelry designer and entrepreneur. born and raised in London, known for creating handcrafted custom jewellery.[1]

    Early life and education[edit]

    Godson Umeh, the second oldest of four children, was born on September 11, 1995, in Reading, Berkshire, to Nigerian immigrant parents. He attended Little Heath School, Redbridge (Reading), before dropping out to pursue a career in fashion.[2]

    Career[edit]

    After leaving school at 17, Godson worked as a wardrobe shoe retailer. He made used of social media to launch his career.Godson announced a collaboration with American rapper Meek Mill, in March 2022 to design "Smactus" a pendant design for the musician.

    Among others Godson designs has been worn by celebrities such as Arvin Appiah|Amoakoh Appiah, Raheem Sterling, Zlatan (musician)|Zlatan,[3] Darkoo, Konan of the rap duo Krept and Konan, Ebeguowen Otasowie, Trevoh Chalobah, Sean Combs, Davido [4] and American rapper Juelz Santana|Julez Santana.[5][6]

    Boxing career[edit]

    Amateur career[edit]

    Godson Umeh vs. Tempo Arts[edit]

    On January 2023 during the broadcast of MF & DAZN X Series on Fightmag, it was announced that Godson umeh will be making his professional boxing debut against American Artist TempoART on Misfit's boxing Fifth event, MF & DAZN Group|DAZN X Series 005,[7][8] Godson lost via KO/TKO at 3:00 of Round One,[9] After he dislocated his shoulder.[10][11]

    The fight took place in Telford International Centre in Telford, England. [12][13]

    Projects / Philanthropy[edit]

    Godson established a non-profit organization, which supports the wellness of young people, to help them launch their businesses. On May 4, 2020, Umeh donated $6,000 (Nigerian naira|₦2,000,000 NGN) to a fundraising campaign in the wake of the devastating COVID-19 pandemic devastation.

    Umeh announced in October 2022 that he would be removing an unidentified number of homeless people from the streets and sponsoring their schooling.[14]

    Boxing record[edit]

    Amateur career[edit]

    No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
    1 Loss 0–1 Tempo Arts SD 1 04 Mar 2023 Telford International Centre in Telford, England For DAZN x series World Heavyweight title[15]

    References[edit]

    1. ↑ Okogba, Emmanuel (2022-02-25). "Godson Umeh: Grass to grace story of a street hustler to celebrity jewelry designer". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2022-10-28.
    2. ↑ "I've no regrets leaving school early – Jewelry Designer, Godson Umeh". The Sun Nigeria. 2020-01-21. Retrieved 2022-10-20.
    3. ↑ "British-Nigerian jeweller Godson Umeh hints at a collaboration with Zlatan". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2022-10-27. Retrieved 2022-10-28.
    4. ↑ Reporters, Our (2022-05-15). "British-Nigerian Jewelry Designer Godson Umeh links up with P.Diddy". New Telegraph. Retrieved 2023-02-13.
    5. ↑ "Godson Umeh Reinvents Himself as the Favorite Jeweler Of Football Stars, Celebrities – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2022-10-22.
    6. ↑ "Zlatan Ibile Wows Nigeria With New Diamond Pendant, Special Ball Chain – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". Retrieved 2023-01-30.
    7. ↑ Newswire (2023-01-28). "Jay Swingler vs Nicholai Perrett tops MF & DAZN X Series 005". FIGHTMAG. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
    8. ↑ "MF & DAZN: X Series 005 will see Jay Swingler take on Nicholai Perrett on March 4 in Telford". www.britishboxingnews.co.uk. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
    9. ↑ Dylan, Terry (March 4, 2023). "FIGHT FARCE Misfits show begins in farce as Godson refuses to enter ring for opening bout in front of Telford crowd". thesun.co.uk. Retrieved 2023-03-07.
    10. ↑ Donagh, Corby (4 March 2023). "Misfits Boxing 5 results as Jay Swingler beats NichLmao and Astrid Wett beats AJ Bunker". mirror.co.uk. Retrieved 7 March 2023.
    11. ↑ GEORGE, GLINSKI (March 4, 2023). "Godson and Tempo Arts make their way to the ring". Daily Express. Retrieved March 7, 2023.
    12. ↑ DAZN, Boxing. "DONE IN ONE | Tempo Arts vs. Godson Umeh Full Fight". DAZN Boxing Youtube. Retrieved 6 March 2023. {{cite web}}: |archive-date= requires |archive-url= (help)
    13. ↑ DAZN, Boxing (5 March 2023). "DONE IN ONE | Tempo Arts vs. Godson Umeh Full Fight". RING NEWS 24. Retrieved 6 March 2023. {{cite web}}: |archive-date= requires |archive-url= (help)
    14. ↑ "Godson Umeh Set To Take Underprivileged Youths Off Streets, Sponsor Their Education – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". independent.ng. Retrieved 2022-10-20.
    15. ↑ Sport, Desk. "DONE IN ONE | Tempo Arts vs. Godson Umeh". theglobalherald. Retrieved March 6, 2023.

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