Univ of Ghana, Alan K. confer with President-elect Mahama

The management of the University of Ghana (UG), led by Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, last Friday paid a courtesy call on the President-elect, John Dramani Mahama, to congratulate him on his victory in the December 7 election. 

The meeting sparked discussions on bolstering higher education partnerships, focusing on sustainable funding, research initiatives, and key university projects such as the Digital Youth Hub and Student Experience Centre.

Prof. Amfo reiterated the university's commitment to advancing research, innovation and student development through strategic projects.

She also invited the President-elect to participate in the university's 76th Annual New Year School and Conference, starting January 14, next year.

Key officials present at the meeting included Pro Vice-Chancellors Prof. Felix Ankomah Asante and Prof. Gordon A. Awandare; Registrar, Emelia K. Agyei-Mensah, and the Dean of the School of Law, Prof. Raymond Atuguba.

President-elect Mahama was accompanied by representatives, including Julius Debrah and Prof. Joshua Alabi.

The Vice-Chancellor also called on the President-elect to look at the Ghana National Research Fund which was yet to be implemented.

“I do believe that you have a big task ahead of you and I believe that education is a part of it,” she said.

Digital skills 

President-elect Mahama, an alumnus of the University of Ghana (UG), commended Prof. Amfo's leadership and pledged support for higher education reforms.

He said his priorities included strengthening digital skills training, implementing the 'No Fees Stress' policy for first-year students and addressing infrastructure needs.

Mr Mahama also expressed interest in enhancing the University of Ghana Medical Centre's academic and research functions.

Alan K.

Also at his private office was the flag bearer and Leader of the Movement for Change, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, who also raised concerns about the entrenched winner-takes-all political culture in the country.

He urged Mr Mahama to consider a more inclusive approach by appointing qualified individuals from across the political divide into his government.

President-elect Mahama, in response, acknowledged the importance of a strong opposition.