Sampa Nursing College Principal Bags Africa Leadership Award

Albert Opoku, the Chief Health Educator and Principal of Sampa Nursing and Midwifery College, has been bestowed with the Africa Outstanding Leadership Award in Nursing and Midwifery Education and Healthcare Research. This esteemed accolade was bestowed upon him during the inaugural Africa Leadership Summit and Awards, which took place from October 8 to 10, 2026, at the GTEC Auditorium in East Legon, Accra.

The Africa Leadership Summit and Awards served as a platform to recognize and celebrate exceptional leadership, professional growth, and a profound impact on society. The summit's theme, "Building Influence through Personal Leadership," underscored the significance of visionary leadership, continuous professional development, and a positive influence on communities and society as a whole.

The award, presented by Global Skills Hub in the United Kingdom, acknowledges individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, professional excellence, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to societal progress and transformation. Mr. Opoku's recognition exemplifies his pivotal role in advancing nursing and midwifery education and healthcare research, as well as the vital importance of leadership in elevating professional healthcare training standards.

The three-day summit convened a diverse assembly of leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and change-makers from across Africa and beyond. Attendees engaged in insightful discussions, forged valuable professional connections, and explored collaborative opportunities. Additionally, participants had the opportunity to participate in UK CPD-certified leadership training, designed to bolster their leadership capabilities, professional competence, and effectiveness in their respective workplaces.