Celebrations and accolades poured in over the weekend in Bolgatanga as Peter Agengre was crowned the Best Journalist in the Education Category at the 4th Upper East Regional Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Awards.
The event, held under the theme “Upholding Public Trust: The Role of the Media in Promoting Accountable Governance in the Upper East Region” brought together key players in the media, political heads, NGOs, civil society, and government. It was a night to honour excellence in journalism—and Peter Agengre stood tall among the Region’s finest.
Peter Agengre, a correspondent for GBCNews and a well-known voice in Upper East Regional reporting, was recognized for his outstanding contribution to educational journalism. His compelling stories, which spotlighted challenges in rural education for the girl child, and the resilience of students and teachers in underserved communities, earned praise from both the jury and the audience.
Receiving the award, Mr. Agengre expressed gratitude to his newsroom, mentors, and the communities whose stories he tells. He emphasized that education reporting is not just about highlighting problems but about inspiring change and policy action.
“This award is not just mine,” he said, “It belongs to every student learning under dilapidated condition, every teacher working with little or without pay, and every parent who still believes education is the key to a better future.”
The GJA Upper East awards continue to serve as a platform to promote ethical journalism and encourage development-focused reporting in Ghana’s northern regions.
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