Accra: Accra Metropolitan University (Accra Met) has conferred honorary doctorates on Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno and Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai, Chief Executive Officer of Telecel Ghana. Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno was awarded an honorary Doctor of Leadership and Governance in recognition of his impact on law enforcement and contributions to security sector reforms. Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai received a Doctor of Science and Technology for her work in STEM education, digital innovation, and corporate leadership.
According to Ghana News Agency, these honorary doctorates were presented during a ceremony that saw 36 individuals graduate with degrees in fields such as Business Administration, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, and Economics. The university is starting two doctoral programs: PhD in Leadership and Sustainable Governance, and PhD in Accounting and Finance. This graduating class was the final group to complete their studies under the mentorship of the Open University of Tanzania, as Accra Met has now achieved full degree-awarding status.
Professor Mrs. Goski Alabi, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, spoke about the university's transformation following the receipt of its Presidential Charter last year. She stated, "Today we celebrate not just academic success but the birth of a new era for Ghanaian higher education. Our charter represents both an achievement and a responsibility to produce graduates who will solve Africa's challenges." Professor Alabi highlighted Accra Met's programs in cybersecurity, energy policy, and sustainable development, and announced new scholarships totaling GHS3 million for underprivileged students and security personnel.
Professor Ahmed Abdulai Jinapor, the Director-General of GTEC, commended Accra Met's accomplishment, noting that the charter granted last year was an affirmation of academic quality and institutional governance. He outlined GTEC's shift from compliance-based to value-added accreditation, emphasizing that universities must transform minds and build futures. Professor Jinapor praised Accra Met's global vision and urged graduates to become job creators rather than job seekers.
Justice Nana Barima Yaw Kodie Oppong, Guest Speaker and Director of Ghana Law School, underscored the importance of ethical leadership, stressing that true empowerment comes from using knowledge to serve humanity. He cautioned against the misuse of technology and encouraged graduates to be architects of social progress who build public trust. Justice Oppong also urged female graduates to leverage Ghana's affirmative action policies to break barriers in leadership.
The valedictorian, Ms. Sophia Selali Quashigah, who graduated with a CGPA of 3.73, shared her inspiring personal journey from being a roadside yam seller to a university graduate. She said, "When fear got out of the way, my destiny opened. This degree proves that with perseverance, even the humblest beginnings can lead to extraordinary achievements."
