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 Ghanaian nurse Naomi Oti vies for global nursing prize to support health delivery

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 An oncology nurse special­ist and Head of Nursing at the National Radio­therapy Oncology and Nuclear Medicine Centre, Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, has been named one of the top 10 finalists in the prestigious ‘Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award’ out of over 100,000 entries worldwide.

Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti, is one of only two Africans to make the final shortlist, and now needs public votes to bring home a historic win for Ghana and Africa.

This was contained in a statement copied to The Spectator in Accra on Tuesday.

According to the statement, currently, the oncology nurse specialist is vying for a cash prize of $250,000 together with other competitors across the world to enable her expand her work in cancer education, mentorship, and care across Africa.

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At the National Radiotherapy Oncol­ogy and Nuclear Medicine Center, the statement said, she has championed equity in cancer outcomes, pioneered specialist nurse training, and trans­formed patient care.

“Under her leadership, over 70 oncol­ogy and breast care nurses have been trained,” it added.

It mentioned that, Naomi has worked with leading global institutions includ­ing the Cross Cancer Institute (Canada) to bring high-quality oncology education to Ghanaian nurses.

According to the statement, she had played a key role in developing the country’s postgraduate oncology nursing curriculum and has mentored more than 48 nurses across Africa.

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“Her commitment to building capac­ity is helping to raise a new generation of empowered African oncology nurse leaders’’.

“Her influence reaches the interna­tional stage through her work with the African Organisation for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC), the Inter­national Society of Nurses in Cancer Care (ISNCC), and ASCO’s global facul­ty’’.

The statement said Ms Oti co-leads research initiatives and policy devel­opment efforts that integrate African perspectives into global oncology prac­tices.

It further mentioned that the Nurse Specialist’s groundbreaking research on breast cancer risks among African wom­en has reshaped early detection strat­egies adding that “her contributions to clinical trial protocols have enhanced patient engagement and data integrity across multiple international studies.”

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Ms Oti has received numerous na­tional accolades, including the Ghana Ministry of Health Excellence Award and the Dr Dorcia Kisseh International Award from the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association.

Ghanaians have been urged to vote for Ms Oti through https://apply.aster­guardians.com/voting

 By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu

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President Mahama cut sod for construction of 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong

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President John Dramani Mahama today cut the sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong, North Tongu District, marking the commencement of a transformative project aimed at boosting local commerce, creating sustainable jobs, and driving economic growth in the Volta Region.

The sod-cutting ceremony formed part of the President’s two-day ‘Resetting Ghana Tour’ of the Volta Region.

Addressing residents and stakeholders, President Mahama described the proposed facility as a modern economic centre designed to empower farmers, traders, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.

He noted that beyond serving as a marketplace, the project will provide critical infrastructure for storage, processing, packaging, distribution, digital commerce, and access to financial services.

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The President reaffirmed Government’s commitment to accelerating development across the Volta Region through strategic investments in roads, healthcare, education, agriculture, transport, markets, and agro-industrial initiatives.

He highlighted Juapong’s strategic location and economic potential, indicating that the town is well-positioned to emerge as a key commercial and industrial destination within the region.

As part of the flagship 24-Hour Economy programme, the Juapong Model Market will be among the largest facilities under the initiative.

The project has been designated as a Category Four Market, the highest classification within the programme, reflecting its significance to the region’s economic transformation.

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Captain Smart pledges massive infrastructure development in Gomoa West

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Broadcast journalist and aspiring National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Gomoa West, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has pledged to embark on major infrastructure development if elected to represent the constituency in Parliament.

Speaking on Onua TV platform, Captain Smart said his priority would be to transform Gomoa West through extensive development projects.

“I will turn the constituency into a construction site,” he declared, stressing his commitment to improving infrastructure across the area.

Although much of his remarks focused on rallying supporters in local languages, he repeatedly assured residents that they would witness significant development under his leadership.

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Captain Smart also urged party supporters to remain united and actively participate in the party’s internal activities ahead of the parliamentary primaries.

He expressed confidence in his bid and promised to work hard to improve the lives of people in Gomoa West if given the opportunity to serve as their parliamentary candidate.

By: Jacob Aggrey

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