It’s humbling to dine with Asantehene at 29th GJA Awards Banquet – Kofi Adu Domfeh
Source: tntnewspapergh.com
The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Kofi Adu Domfeh, has described his opportunity to sit with His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, during the royal banquet of the 29th GJA Media Excellence Awards in Kumasi, as a rare honour and a humbling opportunity in his journalism and media leadership.
Mr.Kofi Adu Donfeh
The event, held at the Manhyia Palace, brought together distinguished media professionals, traditional leaders and special guests to celebrate excellence and professionalism in Ghanaian journalism.
Mr. Domfeh said sharing the royal table with the Asantehene symbolizes a strong endorsement of the efforts of journalists in the region and reinforces the commitment of the Ashanti GJA to promote responsible journalism, ethical standards, and social impact reporting.
Mr.Kofi Adu Donfeh with Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene
“To sit at the same table with Otumfuo is not just a personal honour, but an inspiration to push the boundaries of excellence and continue using my leadership role to advance excellence in media practice,” he said.
The 29th GJA Media Excellence Awards, hosted for the first time in Kumasi, recognized courage, resilience and strength in vibrant journalism and innovation.
The Asantehene, in his remarks, commended the media for its watchdog role and urged practitioners to uphold truth, fairness, and integrity in their work.
Mr. Domfeh reiterated his resolve to lead the Ashanti GJA in strengthening media collaboration, capacity-building, and ethical reportage; key pillars he believes will drive the region’s journalism to greater heights.
The royal banquet served as both a celebration of journalistic distinction and a reflection of the deepening bond between traditional authority and the media fraternity in Ghana.
