University of Ghana School of Pharmacy honours late Nana Dr. Agyekum Addo with Award
It was a moment of nostalgic memories at the University of Ghana Great Hall, when the School of Pharmacy held an award ceremony for Nana Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo, posthumously, in recognition for his remarkable contributions to Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) programme.
The meritorious award which was honoured to the late Pharmacy enthusiast expatiates on his enormous legacy chalked at the University of Ghana School of Pharmacy.
Affectionately known as KAMA in the Pharmaceutical spheres, Nana Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo was seen as an instrumental figure not only in the pharmacy business spaces but also in the academia where his frantic efforts aided in the development of Pharma D programme at University of Ghana.
Receiving the award, a special delegation from the bereaved family including Dr. Mrs. Nana Achiaa Ankrah, Mr. Akwesi Addo Agyekum, Mrs. Maame Yaa Asomani and Dr. Papa Yaw Agyekum Addo represented their beloved Patriarch who was honoured.
In a remark, Dr. Mrs. Nana Achiaa Ankrah, daughter of the award honouree who is also a distinguished Pharmacist and an Agrofood Expert as the CEO of Arise Foods Limited was elated for such rewarding gesture shown to her late father.
“On behalf of the family of Nana Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo under the leadership of my big
brother Dr. Kofi Addo-Agyekum the CEO of Kofikrom Pharmacy , I extend our heartfelt gratitude to the University of Ghana School of Pharmacy for this remarkable honour, it is a privilege to accept this award in his memory”, she emphasised.
According to her, Nana Dr. Agyekum Addo was deeply committed to education and the progress of pharmacy in Ghana and staunchly believed in mentoring and empowering future pharmacists including her brother Dr Kofi Addo Agyekum, her sister Pharm Ama Addo Agyekum Kegey, herself -also a Doctor of Pharmacy, her nephew, also a Doctor of Pharmacy Dr. Papa Yaw Agyekum Addo among others, striving to shape a generation of professionals dedicated to excellence and service.
Dr. Nana Achiaa Ankrah who doubles as a nutrition expert with Arise Foods Limited reiterated that, her late father’s passion for knowledge acquisition, discipline, and innovation continues to inspires everyone till today.
Adding that, this recognition honoured to Nana Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo is a true reflection of his lifelong mission, and the entire family is grateful for this meaningful tribute.
She admonished all Pharmacists to honour his legacy by embracing his vision and upholding to the values he cherished in the profession.
Dr. Nana Achiaa Ankrah used the opportunity to thank all who have been commiserating with the family since the demise of Nana Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo and prayed for them as they share thoughtful messages with the family.
By Alfred Ankrah
