Investing In Journalists Is Investing In National Progress – Divisional Chief.
The Divisional Chief of Prestea Himan, Nana Nteboa Pra IV, has called on government, media owners, and other stakeholders to invest in the welfare and professional development of journalists, stressing that strengthening the media is essential to Ghana’s national progress.
He made the call at the launch of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Western Region 2025–2026 Media and CSI Awards, held in partnership with Damang Gold Mine under the theme, “Informing Progress, Investing in People.”
Addressing participants, Nana Nteboa Pra emphasized that journalism plays a crucial role in every aspect of national life, including economic, social, and political development.
He noted that the work of journalists provides citizens with the information they need to make informed decisions and contributes significantly to national growth.
He appealed to authorities not to overlook the challenges confronting journalists and the media industry, urging them to take practical steps to address the issues.
Nana Nteboa Pra also urged media owners to prioritize the continuous training and capacity-building of journalists to enable them to meet the changing demands of the profession.
According to him, the launch of the GJA Western Region Media and CSI Awards is a step in the right direction as it seeks not only to reward excellence but also to inspire journalists to improve their skills and uphold the highest standards of ethical journalism.
The Chairman of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Western Region, Mr. Desmond Cudjoe, highlighted the immense contribution journalists in the Western and Western North Regions have made to national development despite the numerous challenges they face.
He said journalists in the region have consistently produced impactful stories that have shaped public policy, attracted investment, protected the environment, promoted the regions’ rich cultural heritage, and held both public and private institutions accountable.
According to him, many development projects received national attention because journalists brought those issues to the forefront, while several community challenges were resolved because media practitioners remained committed to exposing them.
Also speaking at the event, the Western Regional Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Police Service, Superintendent Olivia Ewurabena Adiku, reaffirmed the Police Service’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the media.
She described journalists as key partners in nation-building, saying their role in informing, educating, and empowering the public contributes significantly to peace, transparency, accountability, and national development.
Story by Nana Fynn@W/R.
