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Dr Effah honoured at 2025 Millennium Excellence Awards
The head of the Cervical Cancer Prevention and Training Centre (CCPTC) at the Catholic Hospital, Battor, Dr Kofi Effah, was honoured at the Millennium Excellence Awards in Manhyia, Kumasi on Friday, May 9, 2025.
The Millennium Excellence Foundation (MEF), under the auspices of its Life Patron, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, conferred the Millennium Excellence Award for ‘Innovation in Health’ on Dr Effah for his work on cervical cancer prevention in low resource settings.
His citation acknowledged his outstanding legacy, stating “We are proud to celebrate your novel approach to cervical cancer screening, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) prevalence study, capacity building, task shifting advocacy, community engagement and health care delivery challenge in Ghana.
with the laureates
some members of the governing
board of MEF looking on
(left )congratulating Dr Kofi Effah
during the ceremony
“The award is a testament of our collective appreciation and a reminder that similitude of positive impact is like that of a bright glowing lamp in the depth of darkness; it serves its immediate surrounding whilst giving hope and direction to many across the entire horizon.”
Commenting, Dr Effah expressed his gratitude to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and the Millennium Excellence Foundation for the honour and promised to continue to serve mother Ghana.
Established in May 2017, the CCPTC under the leadership of Dr Effah has used a novel training programme to train over 430 health workers in Ghana and other countries in West Africa to fight cervical cancer using innovative techniques and portable tools.
Cervical cancer, though highly preventable, is the second cancer killer of women in Ghana after breast cancer.
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Government has inaugurated a Technical Committee to drive the implementation of the Accra Marine Drive Tourism Investment Project, a key initiative aimed at transforming the capital’s waterfront into a world-class tourism and commercial hub.
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, described the move as a critical step to accelerate progress, stressing the need for efficiency, collaboration, and accountability.
The Committee, chaired by Deputy Minister Yussif Issaka Jajah, will coordinate stakeholders, address bottlenecks, and ensure timely delivery of the project.
The initiative is expected to boost tourism, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth, reinforcing Ghana’s commitment to sustainable development.
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has stepped up its fire safety education efforts in Suhum Municipality and Abetifi Odwenease as part of ongoing campaigns to prevent fire outbreaks and improve emergency readiness.
In Suhum, fire officers engaged traders and customers, educating them on handling LPG leakages, proper use of fire extinguishers, and general shop safety practices. Meanwhile, the Kwahu East Command extended outreach in Abetifi Odwenease, visiting homes, drinking spots, construction sites, and stores to promote safe handling of flammable materials, proper electrical usage, and correct gas cylinder placement.
Practical demonstrations on fire extinguisher use were conducted, and residents were encouraged to adopt good housekeeping habits and proactive safety measures to reduce fire risks and protect lives and property.
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