GBC recognised as trailblazer in development through content
By: Jennifer Frimpong Wiredu The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, GBC, has been recognised for its role in championing development through its content in meeting the socio-cultural aspirations of societies. In a citation to confer the recognition in Accra, the Right to Information Commission noted that the GBC has blazed the trail not only in complimenting it’s […]
I introduced radio, TV morning and breakfast shows in Ghana- Godwin Avenorgbo
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A renowned broadcaster, known in the media circles as the “Grand Master” and current Director of Communications at the Melcom Group of Companies, Mr. Godwin Avenorgbo has revealed he is the brain behind the introduction of radio, and television (TV) morning and breakfast shows in Ghana. Mr. Avenogbo made this revelation when […]
GBC to petition NMC over doctored content
When the British High Commission opened the book of condolence in honour of Queen Elizabeth in Accra on Monday September 12, 2022, President Akufo- Addo was the first personality to sign in Ghana. The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, GBC, carried it on its various platforms including the Breakfast Show and in the NEWS. However, some persons […]
GBC’s Joyce Gyekye and Gloria Anderson grab OFAB Ghana Media awards
GBC News’ Joyce Gyekye and Gloria Anderson have won the Radio and Television categories of the Open Forum for Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB) Media awards for their works in promoting the knowledge and safety of Agricultural Biotechnology and food security in Ghana at a ceremony in Accra. The two were honored in the company of journalists […]
DVLA takes its mobile express service to GBC
By: Hannah Dadzie The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, DVLA, has extended its mobile service programme to the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, GBC in Accra, to help staff access the Authority’s enhanced services. The DVLA now sends its licence-related services to the doorstep of corporate institutions, associations, tertiary institutions, drivers’ unions and other recognized groups, to […]
GBC investigates $600,000 Judgement Debt paid to Media General
By Felix Coffie The Director General of the GBC, Professor Amin Alhassan says Management of the Corporation has caused an investigation into the payment of Judgement debt of Six Hundred Thousand dollars ($600,000) to Media General following the termination of contract with the latter. Responding to some of the issues raised in the 2021 Auditor […]
GBC DG responds to Auditor General’s Report on ”unearned salary”
By Rachel Kakraba Director General of the GBC Prof. Amin Alhassan has attributed an ‘unearned salary’ which amounted to eighty-eight thousand cedis (GHS88,000) as captured in the Auditor General’s Report to administrative lapses. He said the defaulters have been notified and are already making payment. Speaking to Host George Sappor in an interview, Prof. Alhassan […]
GBC’s Naa Dzagbley wins Shipping and Logistics reporter of the year
The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation’s (GBC) Susana Naa Dzagbley Ago has been adjudged the Shipping and Logistics Reporter of the Year at the 5th Ghana Shippers’ Awards in Accra on August 19, 2022. The award is to encourage journalists who report on the shipping and logistics sector to stick to the high standards of journalism […]
GBC, Small Arms Commission sign MOU to combat proliferation of small arms and light weapons
The Executive Secretary of the Ghana National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons, Afia Azaratu Yakubu, says the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the country is a source of worry. She noted that the phenomenon, if not curbed, has the tendency to fuel violent extremism. Madam Yakubu observed that Ghana’s neighbours […]
GBC marks 87th anniversary
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, GBC is 87 years today. Under the instrumentality of the then governor of the Gold Coast Sir Arnold Hodson, affectionately known as Sunshine governor, GBC commenced operations as a relay station. Broadcasting first begun in four Ghanaian languages namely Fanti, Twi, Ga, and later Hausa. Speaking in an interview with GBC NEWS […]
GBC’s Rebecca Ekpe invited to Media Capacity Engagement for Human Rights Journalists in Geneva, Switzerland
GBC Online’s Editor-in-Chief, Rebecca Ekpe, is among a cohort of selected Journalists globally invited to participate in the Universal Rights Group’s Media Engagement Programme for the 50th Regular Session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva Switzerland. During this period, the journalists would participate in programmes designed to enrich their work as practitioners particularly and […]
GBC congratulates Malaria Excellence Award Winners, with call on journalists to focus on solving social issues
Rachel Kakraba The Acting Director of Radio, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, GBC, Yaw Opoku Agyapong, has congratulated award winners of the maiden Malaria Excellence award, for the successes chalked up. He said the feat demonstrates commitment of the State Broadcaster to exposing social issues especially those that border on health for the needed attention from relevant […]
GBC named Media Institution of Excellence in Malaria Reporting at maiden Ghana Malaria Awards
By Rachel Kakraba It was a showdown for the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, GBC, at the maiden Ghana Malaria Excellence Awards as the State Broadcaster received the highest number of awards. The Corporation set the pace for the night having received five awards during the event for the distinguished role it plays in disseminating information to […]
EID message – GBC committed to serving humanity irrespective of religious affiliation – GBC DG
By: Rachel Kakraba & Fred Yevu Director General of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, GBC, Professor Amin Alhassan has reiterated the commitment of the Corporation to offer services to all Ghanaians regardless of religious affiliation and geographical location. In his Eid message, Professor Amin Alhassan encouraged Ghanaians especially Muslims to cultivate the habit of giving. He said […]
