The Upper East Regional branch of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has officially announced 13 finalists for its 4th Regional Awards, scheduled to take place on Friday, October 10, 2025.
In a statement signed by Regional Secretary Anthony Adongo Apubeo, the Association revealed that this year’s ceremony will be held under the theme: “Upholding Public Trust: The Role of the Media in Promoting Accountable Governance in the Upper East Region.”
The event seeks to celebrate journalistic excellence and highlight the vital role of media practitioners in shaping public discourse and promoting accountability in governance.
The Awards Vetting Committee, chaired by Professor David Millar with support from Dr. Samuel Adadi Akapule and Ms. Fatima Anafu-Astanga, shortlisted the 13 finalists across various categories.
The finalists are: Halidu Dasmani (Adom TV), Nicholas Azebire (Dreamz FM), Nelson Jose Abagna (GBC), Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen (Apexnewsgh). Humul-Khrusum Tahiru (A1 Radio), Moses Apiah (A1 Radio), and Others include Gilbert Azeem Tiroog (GNA), David Azure (A1 Radio), Gladys Apuweni (GBC), Joshua Asaah (A1 Radio), Castro Senyalah (TV3), Mark Kwasi Ahumah Smith (A1 Radio), and Peter Agengre (GBC).
The Association also announced that special recognition awards will be given to distinguished individuals and organisations that have significantly contributed to media development and the overall progress of the region.
In addition, Ms. Caroline Abisiku, a Communications Studies student at Bolgatanga Technical University, will be honoured as Student Journalist of the Year, a move the GJA says is part of efforts to encourage and nurture young talents in the media landscape.
The Upper East GJA has called on individuals, organisations, and corporate bodies to support or sponsor the upcoming awards to ensure its success.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
