The Member of Parliament for Suhum, Frank Asiedu Bekoe, has congratulated renowned Asempa FM broadcaster Philip Osei Bonsu, popularly known as O.B, on winning the prestigious P.A.V. Ansah Journalist of the Year award.
O.B. was crowned 2026 P.A.V. Ansah Journalist of the Year on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the 30th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards. The ceremony was held at the Palms Convention Centre, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra.
In a congratulatory message shared on Facebook, the Suhum MP praised O.B for his professionalism, fairness, intellectual depth and commitment to national development through his work in journalism.
Mr Bekoe, who said he had developed deep respect for the broadcaster over the years, particularly commended his ability to combine tough accountability with constructive national discourse on his popular afternoon programme, Ekosii Sen.
According to the MP, O.B has consistently provided a platform for ordinary Ghanaians to have their voices heard while contributing to the strengthening of the country’s democracy.
“Even from the hot seat as a Member of Parliament, I have always deeply respected how you balance tough accountability with constructive national discourse. You give our people a voice and keep our democracy healthy,” he stated.
He described the award as well-deserved recognition of O.B’s dedication, consistency and outstanding contribution to broadcasting.
Mr Bekoe also extended his congratulations to the entire production team and other behind-the-scenes personnel at Asempa FM, acknowledging their collective efforts in making Ekosii Sen a successful programme.
He stressed that quality broadcasting was never the achievement of one individual alone, adding that the dedication, commitment and teamwork of those working behind the scenes also deserved recognition.
“Great broadcasting is never a one-man effort, and their dedication, commitment and teamwork deserve recognition as well,” he added.
The Suhum MP concluded his message by thanking O.B for his consistency and commitment to truth, while wishing him and the entire team greater success in their broadcasting careers.
He described the achievement as a significant milestone and expressed his personal joy at the broadcaster’s recognition.
O.B’s recognition with the P.A.V. Ansah Journalist of the Year award adds to his profile as one of Ghana’s prominent radio broadcasters, particularly through his work on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, where he engages public officials and other stakeholders on issues of national importance.
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