“I tell stories not just to inform—but to empower.” — Faith Abubéy
Faith Abubéy is an Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist and correspondent for ABC News, based in Washington, D.C. From her beginnings in Ghana to her rise in American journalism, she has built a career defined by resilience, intellect, and a commitment to truth.
Timeline Overview
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| January 23, 1986 | Born in Ghana, Africa |
| 1999 | Moved to Connecticut, USA at age 13 |
| 2008 | Graduated from Syracuse University (B.A. International Relations & Family Studies) |
| 2010 | Earned Master’s in Journalism from Columbia University |
| 2010s | Reporter roles at KTHV (Arkansas), WFMY-TV (North Carolina), WXIA-TV (Atlanta) |
| 2020 | Joined ABC News as Washington-based correspondent |
| 2025 | Continues reporting for ABC News, covering national and global stories |
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Faith Abubéy |
| Age | 39 (born January 23, 1986) |
| Height | 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m) (Varies) |
| Languages | English, Twi, Spanish, Ewe |
| Education | B.A. Syracuse University; M.A. Columbia University |
| Family | Married to Jeremiah Chika (2018) |
| Children | Not publicly disclosed |
| Net Worth | Estimated $500,000–$2 million (Varies) |
| Salary | Estimated $80,000–$150,000 annually (Varies) |
Early Life & Education
Faith Abubéy was born in Ghana and moved to the United States at age 13, settling in Connecticut. Her bicultural upbringing shaped her worldview and journalistic lens.
She studied International Relations and Family Studies at Syracuse University, then earned a Master’s in Journalism from Columbia University, one of the most prestigious journalism programs in the world.

Career Background
Abubéy began her career at KTHV in Little Rock, Arkansas, covering local politics and community issues. She later worked at WFMY-TV in Greensboro, North Carolina, and then at WXIA-TV (11Alive) in Atlanta, Georgia, where she spent over seven years as an investigative reporter and anchor.
Her work in Atlanta earned her multiple accolades, including an Emmy Award and a Knight TV Data Fellowship from Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc. In 2020, she joined ABC News as a Washington-based correspondent, covering national politics, global affairs, and breaking news.
Achievements
- Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist
- Knight TV Data Fellowship recipient
- ABC News Washington Correspondent
- Advocate for diversity and global storytelling in journalism
Personal Life
Faith Abubéy married Jeremiah Chika, a Nigerian-American entrepreneur, in 2018. She occasionally shares glimpses of her cultural heritage and family values through interviews and public appearances, though she keeps much of her private life out of the spotlight.
Salary & Net Worth
- Salary: Estimated $80,000–$150,000 annually (Varies)
- Net Worth: Estimated $500,000–$2 million (Varies)
Legacy
Faith Abubéy’s legacy lies in her ability to merge global perspective with investigative rigor. As a Ghanaian immigrant navigating the competitive world of American journalism, she has become a voice for representation and accountability.
Her reporting continues to empower communities and reshape how stories are told.









