Saturday, 17 September 2016

Multiple Award Winning Female Doctor From KNUST To Specialize In Paediatrics



Written by: Edward Oppong Marfo



Multiple award winning female doctor from KNUST, Dr. Fathia Karim has revealed her strong desire to specialize in paediatrics. 

Speaking exclusively to Edward Oppong Marfo on  UNCOVER on TEK TV, the medical science graduate of KNUST who grabbed 12 out of 15 awards available for excellent distinction,  says she has a strong desire to care for children.  She has therefore disclosed that she would like to specialize in paediatrics.

The Wesley Girls Senior High School old student has also hinted of her plans to move outside Ghana in some few years to further her education. 

Speaking on the show, Dr. Fathia revealed that, as part of her plans to build her capacity in the medical field, she plans to further her education outside Ghana where she believes could help her develop her potentials to the fullest.

Fathia 24, currently working at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), just after her graduation trended on social media and most online portals for setting a new record.
 Charles Djugbah in 2015 broke a 40-year record and made a new record by winning 8 awards but shortly after a year, Fathia Karim made history when she set a new record by winning 12 out of the 15 awards.





Friday, 9 September 2016

Recognise Living Legends Before Eulogizing Them When They Die- Agya Koo Nimo



Written by: Edward Oppong Marfo
 
Ghana music legend Dr. Daniel Amponsah popularly known as Agya Koo Nimo has urged Ghanaians to tap into the knowledge of legends.  He is also entreating Ghanaians to give living legends enough recognition before they die.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Edward Oppong Marfo, the renowned musician and academician called on Ghanaians to learn from the experiences of great people who have made significant impact in their various fields to ensure development.

Agya Koo Nimo has launched his book titled “Six Strings and a Note” which he describes as a biography of himself. The book launch took place at the Great hall of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The occasion saw a representative of the Asantehene and Chancellor of KNUST, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Chairman of KNUST University Council, Dr. Kwame Saarah-Mensah, Vice Chancellor of KNUST, Prof. Kwasi Obiri Danso, Pro Vice Chancellor, Prof. Samuel Nii Odai among others attending. 

The 85 year old man says he believes young people and Ghanaians in general can take inspiration from his book.

Agya Koo Nimo has lectured in KNUST and University of Cape Coast (UCC) and other institutions in Ghana and abroad. He disclosed to Edward Oppong Marfo that he has been associated with KNUST for 48 years as lecturer and even after retirement.