In a courtesy call, the management of the University of Ghana (UG), led by Vice-Chancellor Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, congratulated President-elect John Dramani Mahama on his victory in the December 7 election. The meeting, which took place at the President-elect's office, sparked discussions on strengthening higher education partnerships, sustainable funding, research initiatives, and key university projects.
Professor Amfo reiterated the university's commitment to advancing research, innovation, and student development through strategic projects. She also extended an invitation to the President-elect to participate in the university's 76th Annual New Year School and Conference, scheduled to start on January 14, next year.
Key officials present at the meeting included Pro Vice-Chancellors Professor Felix Ankomah Asante and Professor Gordon A. Awandare, Registrar Emelia K. Agyei-Mensah, and the Dean of the School of Law, Professor Raymond Atuguba. President-elect Mahama was accompanied by representatives, including Julius Debrah and Professor Joshua Alabi.
During the meeting, Professor Amfo called on the President-elect to implement the Ghana National Research Fund, which has been pending. She emphasized the importance of education in the country's development, saying, "I do believe that you have a big task ahead of you, and I believe that education is a part of it."
President-elect Mahama, an alumnus of the University of Ghana, commended Professor Amfo's leadership and pledged support for higher education reforms. He outlined his priorities, including 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.
In a separate meeting, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, the flag bearer and Leader of the Movement for Change, raised concerns about the entrenched winner-takes-all political culture in the country. He urged President-elect Mahama to consider a more inclusive approach by appointing qualified individuals from across the political divide into his government. President-elect Mahama acknowledged the importance of a strong opposition and the need for inclusive governance.
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