Ghana’s most distinguished citizens were celebrated at the 2024 National Honours and Awards ceremony held at the Accra International Conference Centre on Monday, December 30.
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo presented awards to individuals whose contributions to national development have been marked by dedication, resilience, and sacrifice. Established in 1960, the National Honours ceremony recognises Ghanaians excelling in various fields, including health, education, public service, and the creative arts.
This year’s ceremony was particularly significant, as it acknowledged the exceptional efforts of individuals who responded to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. For the first time, the Presidential Honours and Awards for Distinguished Service were presented to those who demonstrated outstanding resilience during the global health crisis.
The awards are given in several categories, including the Order of the Volta, the Order of the Star of Ghana, and the Presidential Honours for Distinguished Service.
Order of the Star of Ghana – Officer Award The only recipient of the Order of the Star of Ghana – Officer Award was Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
Order of the Volta – Member Awardees A total of 32 individuals received the Order of the Volta – Member Award for their significant contributions across various sectors. Notable recipients include:
Nana Kwasi Agyekum Dwamena (Public Service)
Prof. Paul Kwame Nyame (Health/Public Service)
Dr. James Orleans-Lindsay (Real Estate/Construction)
Bright Appiah (Civil Society/Child Advocacy)
Herbert A. Mensah (Sports Development)
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum (Public Service)
Godfred Yeboah Dame (Public Service)
Dr. Kwaku Afriyie (Public Service)
Grand Medal Awardees Several prominent individuals were awarded the Grand Medal for their achievements, including:
Mariama Mahama (Education)
Albert K. Frimpong (Sports)
Dr. Paul Kofi Fynn (Media/Media Education)
Dr. Fareeda Adusei Wilson (Health/Public Service)
Dr. Nick Danso Abiam Adjei (Business/Entrepreneurship)
These individuals, along with many others, were recognised for their exceptional service in fields ranging from education to public service and entrepreneurship.
The 2024 National Honours ceremony provided a moment to reflect on the outstanding efforts made by Ghanaians in advancing the nation’s development across diverse sectors.
See full list below:
Order of the Volta – Member Awardees
- Nana Kwasi Agyekum Dwamena – Public Service
- Prof Paul Kwame Nyame – Health/Public Service
- Dr James Orleans-Lindsay – Real Estate/Construction
- Bright Appiah – Civil Society / Child Advocacy
- Eric Ebo Acquah – Real Estate / Landscaping
- Dr Richard Kwadwo Odor – Health / Public Service
- Dr Kofi Nsiah Poku (Pharmacist) – Business/Health
- Dr Stephen Saforo Yirenkyi – Spatial Planning/Public Service
- Dr Patrick Bamph Owiredu – Health/Public Service
- Kwaw Paintsil Ansah – Creative Arts
- Erastus Asare Donkor – Media/Journalism
- Margaret Anane-Agyei – Education/Counselor
- Mercy Naa Aforwa Needjan – Market Development
- Salma Salifu – Creative Arts / Fashion
- Herbert A. Mensah – Sports Development
- Yaw Debra Ofori – Education/ Advocacy
- Kwesi A. Busia – Transport/Innovation
- Dr Janet Ampadu Fofie – Public Service
- Godfred Yeboah Dame – Public Service
- Dr Mohammed Amin Adam – Public Service
- Bryan Acheampong – Public Service
- John Peter Amewu
- Joe Osei Owusu – Public Service
- Francis Asenso Boakye – Public Service
- Samuel Abu Jinapor – Public Service
- Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum – Public Service
- Brig Gen Emmanuel Okyere – Public Service
- Edward Asomani – Public Service
- DCOP (Rtd) David Senanu Eklu – Public Service
- Dr Joseph Kojo Tambil – Health
- Prof Henry Nii Adziri Wellington – Architecture / Education/ Public Service
- Prof E.H.K. Akaho – Science/Technology
- Rev Prof Gilbert Ansre – Religion /Publishing
- Dr Owusu Afriyie Akoto – Public Service
- Dominic Nitiwul – Public Service
- Ambrose Dery – Public Service
- Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh – Public Service
- Ignatius Baffour Awuah – Public Service
- Kwaku Ofori Asiamah – Public Service
- Ursula Owusu-Ekuful – Public Service
- Kwasi Amoako-Atta – Public Service
- Dr Kwaku Afriyie – Public Service
- Mavis Hawa Koomson
Grand Medal Awardees
- Mariama Mahama – Education
- Hajia Katumi Natogmah Attah – Education
- Philippa Larsen – Education
- Albert K. Frimpong – Sports
- Ayishetu Adam – Sports
- Dr Paul Kofi Fynn – Media / Media Education
- Dr Fareeda Adusei Wilson – Health / Public Service
- Dr Nick Danso Abiam Adjei – Business /Entrepreneurship
- Mrs Mawunyo Kuma Yakor-Dajbah – Advocacy
- Dr Jemima Araba Dennis-Antwi – Health
- Davies Narh Korboe – Public Service
- Dr Evans Agbeme Dzikum – Public Service
Source:TheDotNews