AN alumnus of the Regional Maritime University (RMU), Junior Under Officer (JUO) Alex Kojo Abayateye, emerged as the overall best performer, sweeping three prestigious awards at the 2026 Ghana Military Academy graduation ceremony held in Accra on Thursday.
The two-time Students’ Representative Council (SRC) President of RMU won the Military Cane (Best in Military Studies), the Sextant Award (Best in Naval Warfare and Operations), and the King Neptune Award for his outstanding performance throughout the rigorous training period.
The awards were presented to him by President John Dramani Mahama, Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces.
Reacting to the achievement, JUO Abayateye praised the university for providing him with a solid practical foundation in marine engineering, leadership and discipline.
According to him, RMU offered a platform for young people to learn, adapt and fully explore their potential.
“During my time at the university as a marine engineering student, I underwent rigorous paramilitary training as a cadet. The university’s standards instilled in me discipline and hard work,” he emphasised.
He revealed that he applied to the Ghana Military Academy during his National Service at Prime Ship Management, Tema, after completing his undergraduate studies at RMU in 2023.
“At the Academy, everything I did was centred on God, coupled with the strong support of my family and the solid foundation I received from RMU. These factors propelled me to work hard and become one of the best in my intake, leading to the awards I won,” he indicated.
He also expressed profound gratitude to God for divine protection and to his family for their unwavering support throughout his journey.
Consequently, the board, management, staff, students and the entire RMU fraternity congratulated JUO Abayateye and wished him continued success in his service with the Ghana Navy.
A graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Engineering, JUO Abayateye is now set to embark on a promising career as a Marine Engineer in the Ghana Navy.
BY TIMES REPORTER
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