BY Nadia Ntiamoah
Two-year-old Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah, Ghana’s youngest artistic sensation, has been named among the world’s Top 100 Child Prodigies and honoured at the prestigious Global Child Prodigy Awards 2025.
The ceremony was held at the iconic Member’s Dining Room of the House of Commons, British Parliament in London, UK on June 26, 2025.
A Symbol of Youthful Brilliance
At just two years old, Ace-Liam has become a global symbol of youthful brilliance, making history not only as a Guinness World Record holder for the youngest artist in the world, but now as part of an elite group of extraordinary young achievers recognized for their outstanding talents across fields including science, innovation, arts, music, sports, entrepreneurship, and social impact.
Global Recognition
The third edition of the Global Child Prodigy Awards brought together young trailblazers from over 130 countries, carefully selected from thousands of nominations.
Ace-Liam’s striking, abstract artworks, which are a vibrant celebration of color, freedom, and curiosity, have already captured global attention, with features on BBC, CNN, Smithsonian Magazine, and exhibitions at high-profile events like EMY Africa Xpo 2024.
Impact Beyond Art
Beyond his artistic achievements, Ace-Liam’s impact extends through the Ace-Liam Outreach Initiative, launched on his second birthday, which is dedicated to nurturing creativity among underprivileged children in Ghana through art.
This initiative demonstrates Ace-Liam’s commitment to using his talent to make a positive difference in his community.
Global Child Prodigy Awards
The ceremony also marked the unveiling of the Global Child Prodigy Book 2025, a collection of inspiring stories from all 100 prodigies, set to be distributed globally to educational institutions, libraries, and influential leaders.
This platform exists to inspire and elevate young talents like Ace-Liam to continue pushing boundaries.
Prestigious Event
The event was graced by speeches from distinguished leaders, including Gareth Bacon, Member of Parliament, and Nobel Laureate, Professor J. Smoot, who both applauded the extraordinary achievements of the young prodigies and emphasized the importance of nurturing global talent.
