The award was conferred during the Black History Festival 2025
As part of the post-Black History Festival engagement, BIDEC INC, in partnership with the Office of Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President of Ghana, proudly presented the prestigious Star Prize of the Black History Makers Awards to celebrated American civil rights attorney Benjamin L. Crump.
The award was conferred during the Black History Festival 2025, held at the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) in College Park, Georgia.
This year’s festival brought together world leaders, policymakers, business executives, and cultural icons to honor individuals whose outstanding contributions have advanced the cause of unity, justice, and opportunity for people of African descent globally.
Joining Ben Crump as Star Prize recipients were H.E. John Dramani Mahama, former President of the Republic of Ghana, and Dr. Mattie McFadden-Lawson, renowned civil leader and member of the Board of Trustees at Morehouse College.
The trio were celebrated for their transformative leadership, unwavering dedication to justice and democracy, and their ongoing efforts to strengthen the global African diaspora community.
The award presentation ceremony was held at the Presidency of Ghana, known as Jubilee House. In attendance were distinguished personalities including the Director of Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President of Ghana, Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD); President of BIDEC INC, Stephen Selasie Asuo; President of the Bridge Zone Global, Prince Anthony Bart Appiah; President of the Ghana Dance Association, Nana Dadzie; Head of Africa Operations of BIDEC INC and CEO of 360 Group, Daniel Obeng Fianko; leaders of Ben Crump Law LLC; and representatives from the diaspora community, among others.
The Star Prize was presented by KOD, with support from Prince Anthony Bart Appiah and Stephen Selasie Asuo. In his acceptance remarks, Ben Crump expressed profound gratitude and called for a renewed commitment to justice, equity, and global solidarity among people of African descent.
“This recognition is not just for me, but for every voice fighting for dignity, opportunity, and unity across our global African family,” Crump stated.
He also extended his appreciation to BIDEC INC for organizing the Black History Festival, which he noted is gradually bringing people of African descent together for commerce, culture, and socioeconomic development. Attorney Crump thanked the Director of Diaspora Affairs for his gracious support and commitment to diaspora engagement.
KOD, in his comments, reiterated that the Government of Ghana is open to welcoming the diaspora back home and is ready to support socioeconomic programs and initiatives championed by them.
He also took the opportunity to share some upcoming initiatives designed by his office for the diaspora community. BIDEC INC, in closing, stated that a collaboration between the Office of the President of Ghana and Ben Crump Law LLC could significantly enhance the 2026 Black History Festival and make it a historic event.
The Black History Festival 2025, organized by BIDEC INC with support from the City of College Park, KGL Group, the Government of Ghana, the Government of Panama, and other key partners, marked a significant milestone in fostering cultural diplomacy, economic empowerment, and global diaspora engagement.
The presentation of the Star Prize to Ben Crump and his fellow honorees stands as a testament to the enduring vision of a united and prosperous African world. The 2026 edition is slated to take place from March 26 to 28, 2026, at the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park, Georgia.
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