The 9th edition of the event, organised by
the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) was on the theme: ‘‘Harnessing Our Tourism
Resources for National Development’’.
“The primary objective of the tourism awards scheme is to
encourage pursuit of excellence by tourism plant owners, management and workers,”
said Ekow Sampson, Ashanti Regional Manager of GTA.
It also seeks to motivate corporate bodies and
individuals to support tourism development.
The Kumasi Unit of Multimedia Group Limited – comprising
Luv FM and Nhyira FM – was honoured in recognition of outstanding achievements
in the development and promotion of tourism in the Ashanti Region.
“With passion for events and tourism activities, it [Multimedia]
has partnered district assemblies and the Ghana Tourism Authority to organize
successful events during public holidays,” read a citation accompanying the
Award.
Luv FM and Nhyira FM have over the years organised events
to drive domestic tourists to the Lake Bosomtwe attraction area.
Senior Sales and Marketing Manager, Isaac Antwi, who
received the Award on behalf of Multimedia Group, re-stated the resolve of the
company to churn out development-oriented events and programs.
He said “Multimedia will continue to deliver, to its
cherished listeners, irresistible and addictive content whilst maintaining
higher standards in the media industry.”
The awards event saw about 39 establishments winning in
various categories.
“I wish to state that the Ashanti Regional Tourism Awards
event which started over twenty years ago has impacted positively on the
standard of facilities and services in the region,” observed Mr. Sampson. “There
has been remarkable increase in the provision of quality hotels, restaurants, car
rental establishments, fast food joints, traditional chop bars, night clubs in
Ashanti Region”.
Story by Kofi Adu Domfeh
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