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Cadet TV Personality Award 2025 nomination programme unveiled
The Cadet TV Personality Award 2025 officially launched its nomination phase in a spectacular event held at Ceejay TV Studio in Lapaz on February 28.
The programme, aimed at recognising and nurturing young talents in media and journalism, brought together students from schools across Ghana to compete
in categories such as news anchoring, reporting, and production.
The initiative, organised by Cadet Media Ghana, sought to empower young cadets with real-world media skills and prepare them for future careers in journalism and broadcasting.
A total of 12 schools were expected to compete, but after a rigorous selection process, three schools were successfully nominated: Blessed Home School &
Crèche, Covenant Presby School, and Sayork Heritage School.
Each showcased their abilities in local and international news reporting, sports
journalism, and entertainment broadcasting.
Hosting the event were Cadet S.U.O Firdaus Osuman and Cadet Emanuella Anderson, who expressed their excitement about the competition and the potential it holds for young journalists.
During the event, nominees were announced, and voting procedures were introduced.
Supporters can cast their votes by dialing a unique voting code or visiting an online platform to vote for their preferred candidates.
The panel of adjudicators for the competition includes experienced
professionals in media and communication including Sgt Mavis Akua Owusu (Ghana Police TV, Public Affairs Directorate), Mr Mark Acheampong (TV Africa, Head of News & Current Affairs) and A.D.O.I Leticial Akaadiini of Ghana National Fire Service TV.
Speaking to the media, Acting Director of Cadet Media Ghana, Cadet
Cpt. Nyarko Jacob, encouraged stakeholders in the education sector
and students to supplement their academics with programmes like the
Cadet TV Personality Awards.
The grand finale is scheduled for July 11 where the best performers will be honoured with prestigious awards.
Schools that have actively participated in Cadet Media activities will also be recognized under the Outstanding Cadet Media Engagement Award.
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THE Accra Technical University (ATU) on Tuesday officially launched its Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 in Accra, aimed at driving innovation and strengthening institutional capacity across key operational areas.
Speaking at the launch, Mr Humphrey Awuletey Williams, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Oswal Investments Limited, explained that the strategic plan seeks to respond to emerging challenges while positioning the institution as a forward-thinking leader in development.
He urged the university’s leadership to leverage their expertise to train students to be innovative and produce competitive products for both African and international markets.
According to him, employers increasingly demand competence-based human capital beyond academic certificates to drive development.
Mr Williams commended the Governing Council, Academic Board, Management, and other stakeholders for developing what he described as a ‘formative tool,’ and encouraged them to ensure its full implementation.
The Vice Chancellor of ATU, Mr Amevi Acapkvovi, emphasised that the strategic plan focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
“The strategic plan is not just a document, but a commitment to excellence, accountability and progress,” he said, adding that inclusivity is also central to the institution’s operations.
He outlined seven key focus areas of the plan: industry-based education; digital transformation and modernised infrastructure; quality assurance and institutional excellence; industry-driven research, innovation and entrepreneurship; staff development, motivation and welfare; strategic partnerships and increased visibility; and sustainable and green technologies.
Prof. Ernest Abotsi, stressed that the plan must not ‘gather dust’ but should be actively implemented to achieve success.
“Currently, ATU is adopting measures to assess the cost of running the institution, and this plan will serve as a guide to promote the university at every level,” he said.
Stakeholders present lauded the initiative, noting that its clear framework and measurable targets would help track progress and ensure transparency in the institution’s operations.
The university expressed confidence that, with support from partners and staff, the plan would significantly contribute to national development and set a benchmark for excellence in the sector.
The ceremony brought together stakeholders from government, traditional leadership, academia, industry, and civil society.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
It was an exciting moment as hundreds of revellers from various parts of Accra trooped to the Independence Square beach in Osu to celebrate Easter.
Dressed in all kinds of beach costumes, parents were seen with their children having fun and enjoying the moment.
Others made the best of their outing by engaging in other fun activities.
The revellers engaged in games such as football, ampe, athletics while others just sat, relaxed to release stress amidst music provided by some revellers.
By Lizzy Okai
