Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has been declared the Minister of the Year 2024 by the National Union of Ghana Students ( NUGS) at the special ceremony on the evening of November 23, at the campus of the Accra College of Education.

The Education Minister was selected for the honour following his outstanding performance as a Minister, his vision, dedication and innovations introduced into the country's education sector making it the toast of the rest of African countries.

Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum emerging as Minister of the Year, He was presented with a plaque for this great feat chalked.

He was presented with a citation for his impact on the transformation of the nation through education.

The citation read, 'In recognition of your sterling performance and transformative leadership in the education of Ghana, we the 57th administration of NUGS and the entire student community, both at home and abroad, extend our profound gratitude and admiration."

"Your visionary initiatives and unrelenting commitment have redefined the education landscape in Ghana, fostering access, quality, and innovation, Popularly celebrated as "Dr. STEM," your passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics has propelled ground - breaking achievements, inspiring students and stakeholders alike to embrace a future driven by knowledge and creativity," it stated.

He was also commended for "his fatherly love, receptive spirit and unparalleled working relationship with student leaders and educational stakeholders, you have nurtured a collaborative environment that prioritizes the needs of Ghanaian students.Your efforts have not only elevated educational standards but have also underscored your unwavering dedication to building a brighter future for the youth of this nation,"

Justification of the award.

Outgoing President of National Union of Ghana Students ( NUGS) Mr. Kyeremeh Oppong Daniel on behalf NUGS pledged to continue supporting the Minister and other stakeholders towards improving education development in the country.

He was upbeat that the award will go a long way to motivate others to continue working hard towards the development of the nation's economy.

Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, responding to the gesture thanked the leadership of NUGS for recognizing his effort towards the transformation of the nation through education.

The Minister who is also the Member of Parliament for Bosomtwi in the Ashanti region appealed to Ghanaians to vote massive for the New Patriotic Party during the upcoming general election to continue the good work it was doing.

A Lifetime Achievement Award was also presented to Mr. Robin Todd, Executive Director, Transforming Teaching Education and Learning (T-TEL) as well as Dr. Eric Nkansah , Director General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), Mr. Nuhu Mahama Chief Executive Officer of SLTF, Director General TVET and Nana Afra Sika Mensah, Deputy National Coordinator, Free Senior High School Secretariat among others.

Apart from the award presentation, 254 students were presented with a Gh1000 NUGS stipend scholarship, A packing presented to students with disabilities, less endowed students and others to put smiles onto their faces as they pursue their education.

The NUGS Stipend Scholarship was launched last year to support brilliant but needy students so they pursue their education successfully.

More than 1200 students applied for the scholarship but after vetting processing only 254 students qualified for the package.

Story by Bugbila Moadow.