Meet Matthew Agambire, the fashion designer behind President Mahama’s inauguration outfit
Tuesday, January 7, 2025 might have been historic for Ghana having sworn in John Dramani Mahama, a former president into the highest office of the land again.
But while many celebrated the significance of the day, with global observers commending Ghana for being a beacon of hope for Africa’s outfit, one thing stood out during the inauguration which took place at the Black Star Square in Accra. And it was the President’s outfit.
Right after taking his oath administered by the Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Esaaba Torkornoo, pictures of President John Mahama confidently holding the state sword flooded social media.
Interestingly, the conversations were not just about the historic moment but his outfit, adorned with Adinkra symbols.
Since then, the spotlight has been on Matthew Agambire, the creative director of Bondaana, for his creative skills.
What we know about Matthew Agambire
Matthew Agambire has made significant strides in the fashion industry with his brand, Bondaana Clothing, establishing it as a luxury label favoured by influential figures including presidents in Ghana and beyond.
His rapid entry and impact in the industry reflect his innovative approach to modern fashion. Matthew’s entrepreneurial journey began during his undergraduate days at University of Ghana, Legon, where he engaged in sales and marketing, specializing in mobile phones and laptops from 2009 to 2014.
Following his academic pursuits, Matthew ventured into multinational corporations, starting with BOSCH in 2020 in business development for the automotive aftermarket. He later transitioned to PORTWEST, where he served as the country manager for Ghana.
Concurrently, Matthew nurtured his fashion business, balancing corporate responsibilities with his entrepreneurial ambitions. Eventually, he committed fully to developing the Bondaana Group of companies, with Bondaana Clothing as a flagship entity.
Matthew is not only dedicated to business success but also actively engages in philanthropy. He supports various charitable initiatives, notably contributing cash and clothing to associations like football academies, aiming to foster sports development in Ghana.
His reputation for strong interpersonal skills and extensive networking underscores his ability to navigate and thrive in competitive business environments.
Mathew Agambire, a young Accra-based fashion designer who has steadily built a name for himself over the years. He was nominated in the “40Under40Ghana” last year.
Aside from dressing President Mahama, Agambire has styled several other prominent individuals, including Gabby Asare Okyere Darko, Mustapha Hamid, Sammy Gyamfi, Bola Ray, and many others.
See the meaning of the Adinkra symbols in Mahama's outfit
