Akoma 87.9FM has launched its maiden Akoma FM “Sharp Pen Competition.”
The competition focuses on building the 21st century skills among children.
Children would have enhanced critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills by the end of the competition.
Sixteen schools are participating and have been drawn from Kumasi Metro, Ejisu, Bosomtwe District, Atwima Kwawonman Municipality, Asokore Mampong Municipality, the Kwabre East District and Oforikrom Municipality.
In her welcome address, host of Akoma Mu Nsem Show, Beatrice Spio-Garbrah underscored Akoma FM’s commitment to community development through equity.
“Akoma FM believes in inclusivity, our slogan ‘You Occupy a Special Place In Our Hearts’ is evident by equal opportunity through our platform we offer to all manner of people” she stated.
Head of Inspectorate at the Kumasi Metropolitan Education Office, Nicholas Bassah commended Akoma FM for the initiative, “I see this competition not a mere contest but wholistic development and a stride to mold the Ghanaian child. I am highly impressed about the way the programme is designed. It looks into the major aspects of the English language,” he remarked.
He also stressed the need to making the competition more fun- “let’s make this program fun enough to showcase the knowledge that these children have acquired”
Station Manager of Akoma FM, Ransford Nana Osei Asare, in his remarks said modern technology is being employed to expand the reach of the competition.
“The use of audio visual in this contest will make it more appealing and revealing. We are creating space in the learning of growth in shaping the future of our children,” he said.
All participating contestants will each be issued a certificate and awards for participation.
The Kumasi Technical University choir treated guests with some melodies. The competition begins in the second week of September.
