Godson Umeh


Godson Umeh is a British Nigerian jeweler and entrepreneur. He is known for designing jewelry for athletes and musicians.

Early life and education

Godson was born in Reading, Berkshire, England, to Nigerian parents. He grew up in the United Kingdom and has described his upbringing as central to his identity as both British and Nigerian. During his teenage years, Godson pursued a short-lived football career, before being released at the age of 20. Following his football journey, he developed interest in fashion and luxury accessories, which eventually led him to explore jewelry design.

Career

Godson began his professional jewelry design career at the age of 20, officially launching his brand, Godson in 2018. Creating custom pieces for private clients and public figures.
After establishing his early presence in the United Kingdom, Godson later moved to New York to expand his knowledge of diamond trading and fine jewelry design. His brand soon gained international recognition for its creations, attracting clients across music, sports, and entertainment.
Godson's clients included notable figures such as rap artist Meek Mill, American rapper Bay Swag, footballer Raheem Sterling, and the British rap duo Krept & Konan, Lil Mosey, Zlatan among others.

Boxing

Godson made his boxing debut at a Misfits Boxing event under the MF & DAZN: X Series banner, facing MFB Heavyweight Champion Tempo Arts. For his entrance, he was walked out by the British rap duo Krept & Konan. Sitting ringside in support was American rap artist Bay Swag.
On 16 May 2025, Godson returned to the ring, participating in a Survivor Tag boxing bout under KSI's Misfits Boxing promotion. The match was originally scheduled for 12 April 2025 at the Valliant Live Arena in Derby during Misfits 22: Blinders & Brawls but was later postponed to 16 May following the cancellation of Misfits 21 – Unfinished Business after KSI's withdrawal. During the event, one of Godson's teammates was eliminated by influencer Curtis Pritchard. Godson advanced through three rounds before being eliminated in the fourth.

Boxing record

MF–Professional

No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
1rowspan="1" Loss0–1Tempo Arts14 March 2023Telford International Centre in Telford, EnglandFor DAZN x series World Heavyweight title.

Survivor Tag

No.ResultRecordOpponentsTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
1rowspan="1" Loss0–1Curtis Pritchard416 May 2025Umeh was eliminated after the fourth round.