Source: tntnewspapergh.com
Accra, Ghana — In a remarkable recognition of his dedication to education, leadership, and community development, George Akom, Senior Assistant Registrar, Public Administrator, Educationist, and Politician, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the prestigious London Bridge Business School (UK).
He was further conferred as a Distinguished Fellow of the African Institute of Public Administration (AIPA), adding to his growing reputation as a thought leader in Ghana and beyond.
Mr. Akom holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Management Information Systems, a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Information Technology, and a 3-Year Teacher’s Certificate “A” . He also holds many Professional Diploma Certificates in Information Technology that have strengthened his expertise in ICT and education management. He is further recognized as a Certified Public Administrator (CPA) by the African Institute of Public Administration (AIPA), a credential that affirms his professional competence in governance, policy, and institutional management.
George Akom
His professional career spans several years of service in academia and administration, currently as a Senior Assistant Registrar at the Ghana Communication Technology University, where he has played a significant role in institutional management, policy development, and academic support.
Beyond his academic and administrative work, Mr. Akom has distinguished himself as a passionate advocate for education and youth empowerment.
He has organized numerous career guidance and counselling programmes, mock examinations for BECE students, vacation classes, and gala sporting activities, all aimed at nurturing young talents and supporting students in rural and urban communities.
George Akom displaying the citation
His initiatives, including the donation of solar lamps to schools, have had a lasting impact on improving education and social development in his district; Sekyere Afram Plains with the district capital at Drobonso,Ashanti region.
Mr. Akom has also made notable contributions in public advocacy on education, information technology, and good governance. Through his engagements on media platforms and public forums, he has consistently championed quality education reforms, ICT integration in learning, and the promotion of transparency and accountability in governance.
His voice has become a trusted one in shaping national dialogue on these critical areas of development.
As part of his professional growth, Mr. Akom has participated in a number of training programmes organized by the International Labour Organization (ILO), where he gained valuable insights into international best practices in labour relations, social protection, and sustainable development — knowledge he continues to apply in his work with communities and institutions in Ghana.
His leadership and service have also been recognized through several prestigious awards, including recognition as Best Politician, and other leadership and community service honours that underscore his influence in both educational and political spheres. He has also served in a pioneering alumni leadership role as the First General Secretary of the Alumni Association of Akenten Appiah -Menka University of SkillS and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), where he contributed to strengthening alumni relations and institutional advancement.
Mr. Akom’s political engagement further extends to his Parliamentary Candidature, where he sought to represent his constituents with a vision for inclusive development, educational advancement, and improved governance. This aspiration reflects his lifelong commitment to translating leadership into policy and practical change for communities.
In addition to his work in education, Mr. Akom has made contributed efforts in agricultural development initiatives, to empower farmers with modern practices and supporting food security. His leadership extends into public discourse, where he has become a respected public advocate, frequently contributing to national debates on governance, education, ICT and policy.
Speaking at the conferment ceremony, officials of the awarding institutions praised Mr. Akom for his lifelong dedication to service, describing him as “a beacon of leadership whose work continues to inspire transformation in education, public administration, and community development.”
In his acceptance remarks, Mr. Akom expressed gratitude to the institutions, his family, and his colleagues, dedicating the honours to all who have supported his journey.
“This recognition is not for me alone but for the communities, colleagues, and students who continue to believe in the power of education and service,” he said.
The dual recognition — Honorary Doctorate and Distinguished Fellowship — marks a new milestone in Mr. George Akom’s career, cementing his status as a scholar, leader, award-winning politician, and community builder whose impact continues to resonate across Ghana and beyond.
