The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration emerged as one of the most outstanding institutions during the 2025 Civil Service Week Celebration, distinguishing itself across sporting events, exhibitions, and the awards ceremony.
A major highlight of the week-long event was the Ministry’s impressive performance in the Inter-Ministerial Football Competition.
The Ministry’s Men’s Team was crowned Best Football Team in the Men’s Division after a gripping final against the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, held at the Accra Sports Stadium. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, was present to support the team—his presence widely seen as a strong morale booster that contributed to the resounding victory.
In addition to the team trophy, the Ministry swept several individual sporting awards, including Best Player in the Men’s Division, Best Goalkeeper in both the Men’s and Women’s Divisions, Best Men’s Coach, and Best Fan Base.
The Ministry also proved its versatility in other contests, winning gold in the Men’s Lawn Tennis category and silver in Arm Wrestling. Its culinary team emerged winners in the Inter-Ministerial Cooking Competition, impressing judges with creativity, teamwork, and presentation.
Crowning its exceptional performance, the Ministry was adjudged Overall Best Institution—a prestigious recognition that underscored its dedication, discipline, and teamwork during the Civil Service Week.
At the Awards Night, several officers of the Ministry received individual commendations. The Chief Director of the Ministry was ranked as the ninth best-performing Chief Director in the Ghana Civil Service.
Ambassador Jane Gasu Aheto was honoured as Best Performing Director, while Mr. John Kwasi Boakye was named Best Performing Head of Chancery. Mr. Arthur Nii Odartey Okoe Mills received the award for Best Performing Officer in the Professional Category, with Mr. John Gregory Kugblenu recognised as Best Performing Officer in the Sub-Professional Category.
These honours reflected the depth of talent, leadership, and professionalism that continue to drive the Ministry’s mission at home and abroad.
The Ministry extended warm congratulations to all awardees and participants and expressed deep appreciation to the Honourable Minister for his support and leadership.
