The Accra Technical University (ATU) Debate Team demonstrated their exceptional expertise and unwavering commitment to intellectual discourse as they were invited to serve as judges at the prestigious Liberia Inter University Debate Championship organized by the Liberia Debate Council.
This four-member team, accompanied by their coach, Michael Koranteng, embarked on a journey that transcended national borders, leaving an indelible mark on the international event.
The remarkable journey of the ATU Debate Team commenced on Monday, August 21, 2023, when they set sail from Ghana to Liberia. After a week-long exchange of intellectual ideas, the team returned to Accra on Sunday, August 27, 2023, having not only shared their profound insights but also gained valuable experiences from the global stage.
Under the leadership of the Dean of Student Affairs, Mr. Martin Owusu Amoamah, the ATU delegation garnered high praise for their exceptional judging capabilities.
The Liberia Debate Council honored them with well-deserved citations of merit, acknowledging their unwavering dedication and significant contribution to fostering an atmosphere of thoughtful discourse and critical thinking.
Among the notable accolades, the ATU Debate Team members received medals for their outstanding performances during the championship, with key awardees including:
– Nathaniel Kwebi Antwi – Overall Best International Judge
– Mehetabel Gyebi Aquinas – Overall Best Female Judge
– Nana Yaw Sekyere – 2nd Best International Judge
The Liberia Inter University Debate Championship witnessed intense intellectual battles and rigorous discussions, where the ATU Debate Team’s judging prowess played a pivotal role in maintaining the tournament’s high standards—an achievement that drew admiration from participants, organizers, and fellow judges alike.
The success of the Accra Technical University Debate Team in the Liberia Inter University Debate Championship serves as a testament to the excellence exhibited by the University as a whole, reaffirming ATU’s status among the top 4 universities in Ghana.
The team extends their heartfelt gratitude to the Vice Chancellor and the University management for their unwavering support. They are optimistic that such opportunities will continue to be extended to the debate society, allowing them to bring further glory to the Accra Technical University and its constituents.
The accomplishments of the ATU Debate Society on the international stage are a source of immense pride for both the university and the entire nation of Ghana.
Currently, the team is diligently preparing to honor invitations to the Lagos Debate Open in Nigeria and the Pan-African Universities Debate Championship 2023 in Lome, Togo, where they aim to continue their stellar representation on the global debating stage.
