Education Minister inducts KNUST Vice Chancellor as Chair of Technology and Consultancy Centre

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has officially appointed the recently appointed Vice Chancellor of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Professor Christian Agyare, as Chair of the University’s Technology and Consultancy Centre. The induction ceremony took place after a meeting between Prof. Agyare and Iddrisu in Accra, where they discussed important priorities for the University's future, such as science and technology education, research, student accommodation, and infrastructure development.

The Minister expressed confidence in Prof. Agyare's ability to lead the University successfully and pledged government support through the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) for the construction of the University’s Teaching Hospital. This facility aims to boost teaching and learning, particularly in health-related fields, while simultaneously providing healthcare services to local communities.

The Minister also encouraged KNUST to prioritize Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education by producing more graduates in science-related disciplines to meet the evolving needs of the economy. In response, Prof. Agyare assured the Minister of his dedication to advancing the University's mandate and fostering strong collaborations with government and other stakeholders.

During his tenure, KNUST plans to allocate more resources towards upgrading and equipping laboratories, as well as expanding its programs and research in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), Artificial Intelligence, emerging technologies, and other areas relevant to the needs of the younger generation. Prof. Agyare further committed to strengthening stakeholder engagement, recognizing that collaboration will be vital to achieving the University's academic, research, and development objectives.