GJA Honours Asantehene For Hosting and Gracing 29th GJA Awards

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has honoured the King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, for his profound support in the successful execution of the 29th Media Awards.

The King graced the event, historically held in Kumasi on November 8, 2025, with his esteemed presence as the Patron.

In appreciation, the Association, through President John Dramani Mahama and GJA President Albert Dwomfour, presented a citation and symbolic artwork to the Monarch.

“In our society and culture, we are taught to say thank you, and we are taught to say thank you irrespective of the size or volume of the gesture that has been extended to us all. Today, the leadership of the GJA is proud to acknowledge this very important norm in our society,” it was announced.

Presenting them, His Majesty was hailed for his unwavering support towards the event.

“It means a great deal to us…We are also saying, by this, that we are grateful for your advocacy, your show of power and the disciplinary measures you have taken against some of the chiefs who have gone against your orders when it comes to illegal mining.”

The citation read, “Your Majesty, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Ghana Journalist Association, on this occasion of the 29th Media Awards, celebrates you for your invaluable support. Your city, Kumasi, hosted its first GJA Awards in history, indicating our appreciation for your efforts towards social development through the Golden Stool.

“Your acceptance to serve as patron for this event is also greatly appreciated. As we champion the betterment of society, we pray that you will make an even bigger impact in the years to come.”

The 29th GJA Awards was hosted by the Manhyia Palace under the theme: “Safeguarding Ghana’s Future: The Role of the Media in Promoting Peace, Security and the Fight against Galamsey.”

The event honoured 29 journalists in various categories, including Godwin Asediba, the 2024 Journalist of the Year; Nabil Ahmed Rufai, a freelancer; Ridwan Karim Dini-Osman (EIB Network); Albert Oppong Ansah (GNA); Sarah Apenkro (TV3); Rachel Kakraba (GBC); and Solomon Gumah (GNA).

Others were Samuel Dowuona (TECHFOCUS), Masahudu Ankilu Kunateh (African Eye Report), Godwin Asediba (TV3), Doreen Ampofo (GBC), Esther Aidoo (GBC), Anass Sabit (Joy News), Issifu Dasmani Laary (GNA), Ohemeng Tawiah (Joy TV), Clinton Yeboah, KNUST; Muftau Nabila Abdulai (Myjoyonline) and James Amoo (GNA).

The rest were Peter Agengre (GBC), Rosemond Akuorkor Adjetey (GHONE TV), Agyei Annim (Channel 1 TV), Abigail Annoh (Ghanaian Times), Ebenezer Madugu (Atinka), and Ekosiisen, Asempa FM.

It also honoured seven media houses, including the Multimedia Group, Adom TV, Joy FM, Daily Graphic, Peace FM, Citi FM, GTV and UTV for programmes and institutional awards.

Also present at the event were Acting Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, Inspector General of Police Christian Yohuno, Ashanti Regional Minister Frank Amoakohene, and others.

Story by Hajara Fuseini