The Public Relations Unit of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources clinched multiple awards at the Government Public Relations Excellence (GOPREX) Awards, held on Friday night.
The prestigious ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Information acknowledged the outstanding achievements of the Lands Ministry's PR Unit during the year under review.
In a competitive field spanning 11 categories, the Lands Ministry's PR Unit secured an impressive four awards. Mr. Abraham Otabil, Head of the Public Relations Unit, was awarded 1st Runner-Up for Best PRO of the Year. His Assistant PRO, Madam Michelle Fafa Agbenorto, received the Best Assistant PRO of the Year.
The Ministry also secured the accolade for the Best Bonsu PR Unit of the Year for the second consecutive time. Professor Patrick Agbesinyale, the Ministry's Chief Director, was recognized as the Most PR-Friendly Chief Director of the Year.
The recognition of Mr. Otabil and Ms. Fafa Agbenorto highlighted their unwavering commitment and exceptional dedication during the assessed year.
Their commendable efforts in utilizing the Bonsu platform for digitized report entries and contributing significantly to the Ministry's performance assessment under Prof. Agbesinyale's leadership earned them well-deserved accolades.
Mrs. Ethel Cudjoe Amissah, Head of the Public Relations Coordinating Division (PRCD) at the Information Ministry, commended the PROs for their remarkable efforts in enhancing the Government's Public Relations apparatus.
She expressed optimism for greater accomplishments by PR Units in Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in the coming years.
She emphasized the need for PROs to share compelling narratives, recognize the challenges they face, and assure continuous support from the Ministry.
She urged PROs to equip themselves with knowledge on combating misinformation and disinformation, especially in the 2024 General Election, to safeguard the nation from potential mayhem.
Mr. David Owusu Amoah, Acting Director of the Information Services Department, encouraged PROs to actively contribute to the success of their institutions and the nation. He emphasized the importance of not only promoting their respective Ministries but also highlighting their own capabilities.
The ceremony, attended by organizations sponsoring the awards, including the Volta River Authority, the Ghana Revenue Authority, Stratcom Africa, and the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, also honored outstanding achievers in various categories.
