Asempa FM's flagship current affairs programme, Ekosiisen, has won the Best Radio Programme of the Year in Ghanaian Language award at the 30th Ghana Journalists Association Media Awards. The programme, which broadcasts in the Twi language, covers political developments, public affairs, and national issues. This recognition highlights Ekosiisen's contribution to public discourse on national issues and its impact on Twi-language broadcasting.
The awards ceremony, held in Accra on November 7, 2026, also saw Ekosiisen's host, Philip Osei Bonsu, popularly known as O.B., named the 2026 GJA Journalist of the Year. This marked a notable night for Asempa FM, a subsidiary of the Multimedia Group Limited, with both the programme and its host receiving top honours. The theme of the 30th GJA Media Awards was "Celebrating Excellence, Advancing Media Freedom and Combating Hate Speech in the Digital Age".
In an earlier interview, O.B. attributed the programme's recognition to the commitment and professionalism of his team. He stated that the award reflects the hard work and sense of professionalism of his team on Ekosiisen, as well as their sense of duty and dedication to their chosen profession. Ekosiisen is a current affairs programme that has consistently provided insightful discussions on national issues.
The 30th GJA Media Awards brought together media professionals and stakeholders to celebrate excellence in journalism and promote media freedom. The event also featured the introduction of a new award for economic and financial journalism, with international training opportunities. This initiative aims to enhance the skills of journalists in reporting on economic and financial issues.
Asempa FM's Ekosiisen programme has a history of excellence, having previously won the CIMG Radio Programme of The Year Award. The programme's success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of its team, as well as its commitment to providing high-quality content to its listeners. Ekosiisen's win is also a recognition of the importance of Twi-language broadcasting in Ghana.
The Ghana Journalists Association has called for better pay and conditions to protect media independence. The association also criticised Sam George over comments on media closures and engagement with Mahama. These issues highlight the challenges faced by journalists in Ghana and the need for support to ensure media freedom and independence.
Asempa FM's success at the 30th GJA Media Awards is a notable achievement for the media house and its team. The programme's win is a recognition of its contribution to Ghanaian journalism and its impact on public discourse. The award also highlights the importance of promoting media freedom and combating hate speech in the digital age.
Key points
- Asempa FM's Ekosiisen programme won the Best Radio Programme of the Year in Ghanaian Language award at the 30th GJA Media Awards.
- Ekosiisen's host, Philip Osei Bonsu, was named the 2026 GJA Journalist of the Year.
- The 30th GJA Media Awards promoted media freedom and combating hate speech in the digital age.
