{
  "id": 13960533,
  "title": "Eric Kombat Is NR Best Disability Reporter",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/eric-kombat-is-nr-best-disability-reporter",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T12:20:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Guide Network",
    "slug": "daily-guide-network",
    "url": "https://dailyguidenetwork.com/eric-kombat-is-nr-best-disability-reporter/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Eric Kombat, a highly accomplished journalist, has been honored with the Northern Regional Correspondent of the DAILY GUIDE's 2025 Best Reporter for Disability award. This is the second consecutive year that Kombat has received this accolade, showcasing his exceptional dedication to reporting on disability issues in the Northern region of Ghana. His award-winning story, \"Silent Suffering: The Struggles of Persons with Disabilities in Conflict,\" has brought significant attention to a critical issue often overlooked in conflict situations. The 6th Northern Region GJA Awards, themed \"Empowering the next generation: The role of the media in digital skills, innovation and youth opportunities,\" saw Kombat's story named the winner in the disability category. Kombat's work demonstrates a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities during conflicts, blending empathy with clear policy recommendations. The Northern Regional Chairman of GJA, Yakubu Abdul-Majeed, commended all the award winners and emphasized the importance of journalists holding power accountable and fostering constructive dialogue. Other notable winners at the event included Abdul Wahab Yumzaa Yakubu of Zaa TV as the Northern Region Journalist of the Year 2025, and Shawana Yussif from Channel One TV as the Best Gender Reporter.",
  "summary": "Eric Kombat displaying his award The Northern Regional Correspondent of the DAILY GUIDE, Eric Kombat, has won the Northern Region Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) 2025 Best Reporter for Disability Read More... The post Eric Kombat Is NR Best Disability Reporter appeared first on DailyGuide Network .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}