Ohemeng Tawiah, a seasoned journalist with Luv Fm under The Multimedia Group Limited, has been honoured as the Best Illegal Mining Reporter at the 29th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards.

Mr. Tawiah’s recognition came as a result of his exceptional work in reporting on the country’s illegal mining (galamsey) challenges.

His award-winning report, titled “Last Hour Illegal Mining Attacks on Forest Reserves Ahead of Elections,” stood out for its depth of research, strong narrative, and the courage it took to uncover sensitive and dangerous operations taking place in forest zones.

In the report aired on JoyNews, Mr. Tawiah exposed how illegal miners have been invading forest reserves in critical areas, destroying vegetation and water bodies in the process.

His story not only documented the environmental devastation caused by galamsey but also revealed the link between these illegal operations and political activities, particularly during election periods.

Through his fearless journalism, he gave a voice to affected communities and called attention to the urgent need for stronger enforcement of mining regulations.

The GJA awards panel commended him for his professionalism, integrity, and commitment to factual and balanced reporting, noting that his work contributes immensely to the national discourse on environmental preservation and sustainable development.

For years, Mr. Ohemeng Tawiah has been one of The Multimedia Group’s most dedicated correspondents, known for his in-depth field reports and his ability to bring complex issues to the public in an understandable and impactful way.

His long-standing career in journalism has been marked by consistency, courage, and a deep passion for public interest reporting.

Mr. Tawiah was named the Best Illegal Mining TV Reporter, a recognition that further underscores his strong visual storytelling skills and his contribution to environmental journalism. These awards reaffirm the Ghana Journalists Association’s commitment to encouraging journalists to take on critical national issues such as illegal mining, corruption, education, and governance with diligence and objectivity.

The highly regarded ceremony, held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, brought together President John Mahama, the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, distinguished journalists, media owners, editors, government officials, and industry stakeholders to celebrate excellence and professionalism in Ghana’s media landscape.

The awards, which are considered the highest recognition for journalists in the country, sought to acknowledge exceptional work that has made meaningful contributions to national development and social accountability.

Mr. Tawiah’s achievement has been widely celebrated within the media fraternity as a victory not only for him but for all journalists who continue to risk their safety to expose wrongdoing and promote national development. His success serves as a reminder of the power of journalism to inspire change and to hold individuals and institutions accountable.

Through his impactful work, Ohemeng Tawiah continues to exemplify the true spirit of journalism, truth, courage, and service to society, cementing his place among Ghana’s most distinguished media professionals.