Bridget Otoo Biography: Net Worth, Spouse, Age, Instagram, Twitter, Principal

Bridget Otoo is a famous Ghanaian journalist, media personality and public relations officer.

She works as a news anchor at Metro TV, a television station in Accra. She also advocates for the empowerment of women and the LGBTQI+ community in Ghana.

She has participated in various controversies and activities, such as the OccupyJulorbiHouse protest and advocating for LGBTQI rights.

is also a social media influencer, with thousands of followers on Twitter and Instagram.

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  • Full name: Bridget Otoo
  • Nickname: Principal
  • Date of birth: December 31, 1983
  • Age: 40 years old
  • Female
  • Place of birth: Sekondi, Ghana
  • Nationality: Ghana
  • Occupation: Journalist, media personality, public relations officer
  • Height: 5 feet 6 inches
  • Parents: Francis Otoo and Agnes Arthur
  • Siblings: Six
  • Spouse: Dr. Evans Ago Tetteh
  • Children: Not applicable
  • Relationship status: Married
  • Net worth: 1 million USD

Early Life & Education

Bridget Otoo is 40 years old this year, born on December 31, 1983 in Sekondi, Ghana.

She was the daughter of Francis Otoo and Agnes Arthur and had six siblings. She attended Aggrey Memorial Basic School in Sekondi for her primary education.

She then went on to Bompeh Higher Technical School in Takoradi for her secondary education, where she was Head of the Girls’ Department.

Her nickname is “Principal”because of her straightforward, confident and straightforward personality. She became interested in journalism and communications at an early age and participated in various school activities and competitions related to communication and public speaking.

She also has a passion for social justice and human rights and is inspired by Oprah Winfrey and Christiane Amanpour.

She pursued further education at the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ), earning a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Mass Communication Studies. She also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Ghana, Legon.

Personal life

Bridget Otoo is a married woman who married her lover, Dr. Evans Ago Tetteh, on August 13, 2022. Dr. Tetteh is a medical doctor and a lecturer at the University Medical School Learn Ghana.

The couple had a private wedding ceremony in Accra, attended by their family and close friends, including some celebrities such as Serwaa Amihere, Lydia Forson and Nana Aba Anamoah.

Bridget Otoo and her husband don’t have children yet, but they hope to get married soon. They currently live in Accra, enjoying a happy and peaceful marriage.

Bridget Otoo is also the proud owner of her pet dog Coco, which she adopted from an animal shelter. She often shares photos and videos of her adorable dog on social media platforms and encourages fans to adopt and care for animals.

Career

Bridget Otoo has decades of media experience in Ghana. She began her career as a voice-over artist in 2003, recording commercials for organizations such as Tigo, Barclays, Unilever and Ecobank.

She then worked with the Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority (GPHA) as a public relations officer during her national service.

She then entered the media industry in 2008, working with Good News FM and Sky TV as a radio and television presenter. She became famous and recognized for her eloquence, charisma and professionalism.

She moved to TV3 Network Limited in 2010, where she held various roles as a newscaster and news anchor.

She has hosted shows like “New Day,” “You and the Police,” and primetime news on TV3 for six years. She also covered major events and stories, such as the 2012 and 2016 general elections, the Ebola outbreak, the Westgate Mall attack and the Chibok girl kidnapping.

She has interviewed prominent figures, such as former presidents John Mahama and John Kufuor, former United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan and former US President Obama. She also mentors and trains young journalists and aspiring media practitioners.

She left TV3 in 2016 after being accused of stopping broadcasting due to disciplinary issues. She became a freelance journalist, media personality and public relations officer.

She has worked with Mediamax Ghana Limited as a key content creator and collaborated with other organizations and media agencies such as Citi FM, Joy FM, Graphic Online and iWatch Africa.

She also ventured into other fields such as construction materials business, event management and social media marketing.

She joined Metro TV in 2021, where she worked as a news anchor. She organizes “Good evening Ghana” program, where she discusses current affairs and current affairs with guests and callers.

She also appeared on other shows like “Conversation” And “Bridge“. She is known for her brave and outspoken journalistic style as well as her witty personality.

Net value

Bridget Otoo is one of the wealthiest and most influential media personalities in Ghana, with an estimated net worth of $1 million.

She earns a huge income from her profession as a journalist, media personality and public relations officer.

Argumentative

Bridget Otoo is no stranger to controversy as she has been involved in many scandals and controversies throughout her career and life. Some of the most notable are:

In 2016, she was accused of being taken off air by TV3 management after posting a tweet that was deemed disrespectful and unprofessional.

She tweeted, “I am not a fan of the NPP, but I think Nana Addo is better than Mahama. #JMToaso” during the 2016 general election campaign.

She later apologized for her tweet but was still suspended by the TV station. She eventually left TV3 and became a freelance journalist.

In 2021, she announced her support for the LGBTQI+ community in Ghana and faced a lot of backlash and criticism from some religious groups as well as conservative sections of society.

She asserted in a Twitter post that she willingly and selflessly supports the LGBTQI+ agenda in Ghana, regardless of what religious people say about them.

She also stated that if being pro-LGBTQI+ is the fastest and easiest way to go to hell then she is willing to do it because she wants to meet Satan.

She also challenged and confronted several anti-LGBTQI+ activists and personalities, such as Sam George, Moses Foh-Amoaning and Kwaku Annan.

In 2023, she was allegedly assaulted and left half-naked by some officers of the Ghana Police Service during the OccupyJulorbiHouse protest.

She was one of the protesters protesting against the government’s mismanagement and economic mismanagement, and demanding the resignation of the president and his economic management team.

She was arrested and tortured by several police officers, who tore off part of her dress and dragged her away. After that, she shared her ordeal on social networks and received support and sympathy from fans and colleagues.

Social Media

  • Twitter name: @Bridget_Otoo
  • Instagram handle: @bridget_otoo

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