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PHOTOS: JHS graduate who built car wins big award

Kelvin Odartei, the Junior High School (JHS) graduate who became an internet sensation for manufacturing his own car from scraps has been honoured.

His work was recognized at the just-ended Young Professionals and Youth Coalition (YPYC) with a plaque and citation.

Kelvin Odartei and Clemento Suarez at YPYC
Kelvin Odartei and Clemento Suarez at YPYC

He was among the 10 high profile personalities slated to receive honorary awards in diverse areas at the 11th edition of the Young Professionals Role Model (YPRM).

Taking to social media to celebrate his win, Kelvin prayed for support to execute his remaining project ahead and materialize his dream of building an aircraft.

Kelvin Odartei and Dele Momodu
Kelvin Odartei and Dele Momodu

I want to say a very big thk u to the organizers of YPYC for recognising my good works and for awarding me. I am extremely honored to be receiving such an important award (Young Promising Role Model star). I am earnestly grateful for the recognition of my work, I hope and pray for your support so that i can execute de remaining project ahead and bring it to a reality, thk u all for the support and God bless us.

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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