UG APHICLAS Awards Honour Padmore Yankey, Recognising His Brilliance and Achievement as a Writer
At the prestigious University of Ghana APHICLAS Dinner and Awards Night, Padmore Yankey was honoured with the coveted Student Writer of the Year award. The recognition acknowledges his outstanding literary brilliance, creativity, and dedication to thought-provoking writing that contributes meaningfully to academic and social discourse. His achievement not only highlights his personal excellence but also affirms the institution’s commitment to nurturing young voices in literature, leadership, and intellectual engagement.
Padmore Yankey 
The University of Ghana community witnessed a memorable celebration of excellence at this year’s APHICLAS Dinner and Awards Night, where Padmore Yankey was crowned Student Writer of the Year.
The award, one of the most prestigious of the evening, recognized Padmore’s outstanding contributions to creative and intellectual writing. His works, which cut across politics, governance, leadership, sustainable development, and social impact, have distinguished him as a leading student voice within and beyond the University.
In his acceptance remarks, Padmore dedicated the award to his peers and mentors, emphasizing that writing is not just a craft but a powerful tool for shaping conversations and inspiring change. “I believe writing is an essential way to add our voices to critical conversations and to help shape a brighter world,” he said.
The APHICLAS Dinner and Awards Night is held annually to celebrate excellence in academia, leadership, and creativity among students. Padmore’s recognition as Student Writer of the Year highlights not only his personal achievements but also the growing influence of young writers in Ghana’s intellectual and cultural landscape.
With this honor, Padmore Yankey continues to inspire many young scholars and writers, proving that passion, creativity, and dedication can leave a lasting impact on society.
