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GJA expresses gratitude to stakeholders for successful World Press Freedom Day honours night
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The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has expressed appreciation to all stakeholders who contributed to the success of its 2026 World Press Freedom Day Honours Night held in Accra.
The event took place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Alisa Hotel in North Ridge, where journalists, diplomats, media practitioners, development partners and other invited guests gathered to celebrate press freedom and honour individuals who have contributed to journalism and national development.
In a statement issued by the National Executive of the GJA, the Association thanked all participants for their presence, noting that their support helped make the event a success.
It said the strong turnout demonstrated a shared commitment to press freedom, media development and democratic governance in the country.
The GJA expressed gratitude to the speakers who addressed the occasion, saying their contributions highlighted the importance of responsible journalism and the need to protect press freedom.
According to the Association, the messages delivered at the event reinforced the role of the media in promoting accountability and national development.
It further congratulated all individuals who were honoured on the night for their contributions to journalism, public service and national progress. The Association said their work continues to inspire the media fraternity.
The GJA acknowledged the support of sponsors and partners, saying their assistance made the event possible.
It added that the success of the programme reflected a collective commitment to strengthening journalism and safeguarding press freedom in Ghana.
The Association extended its appreciation to all stakeholders for their continued support for media development in the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Parliament has clarified public commentary on social media regarding a notice on its notice board that read “No Vacancy for National Service Personnel 2026/2027. Kindly go for reposting.”
In a statement, signed by the Director of Media Relations, David Sebastian Damoah, Parliament said the notice has been misconstrued and was not a policy statement, a freeze on national service placements, or a change in its support for the National Service Scheme.
According to Parliament, the notice was a routine administrative message to prospective personnel who reported to the House, informing them that it has received more personnel than it can accommodate for the 2026/2027 service year and that they should seek reposting to other institutions.
It said it remains committed to the National Service Scheme and values the contribution of service personnel to its work, and regrets any confusion or inconvenience the wording may have caused.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian public advocate Hopeson Yaovi Adorye has been elected to the Board of Directors of the World Taxpayers Association (WTA).
The election took place on Sunday, October 5, 2026, during the Association’s conference in Kraków, Poland.
His election marks a significant addition to his international leadership portfolio and provides a platform for Ghanaian and African perspectives to contribute to global discussions on taxpayer rights, responsible taxation, transparency and prudent management of public resources.
Reacting to his election, Mr. Adorye expressed appreciation to the leadership and members of the WTA for the confidence reposed in him.
“I am deeply honoured by this confidence and conscious of the responsibility that comes with it. Taxpayers are at the heart of every economy, and they deserve fairness, transparency, accountability and value for the taxes they pay. I look forward to working with colleagues from across the world to strengthen the voice of taxpayers and promote responsible fiscal governance,” he said.
According to him, taxation should not be viewed solely as a mechanism for raising government revenue, but also as an important component of the social contract between citizens and the state.
Mr. Adorye said governments have a responsibility to ensure taxes are collected fairly and public resources are utilised efficiently to deliver quality infrastructure, healthcare, education, security and other essential services.
His election also creates an opportunity to bring African experiences into international conversations on taxation and public expenditure.
Mr. Adorye, who is Executive Director of Taxpayers League Ghana, has previously served as Global Board Chairman of the International Youth Network for UN Security Council Resolution 2250, an NGO associated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
He is expected to use his new role to champion fiscal accountability, taxpayer education, good governance and stronger citizen participation in public financial management.
