{
  "id": 11707303,
  "title": "KAAF University vice chancellor urges fresh students to embrace technology, innovation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/kaaf-university-vice-chancellor-urges-fresh-students-to-embrace",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-03T14:45:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/kaaf-university-vice-chancellor-urges-fresh-students-to-embrace-technology-innovation/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Professor Alhassan Musah, the Vice Chancellor of KAAF University, addressed the approximately 1,750 newly admitted students during the university's matriculation ceremony. He emphasized the importance of embracing technology and innovation as a means to prepare for the rapidly changing job market. Professor Musah noted that the world has evolved significantly since the time of his predecessors, and students must adapt to remain competitive in their future careers. At the event, he challenged the students to develop practical skills and look beyond traditional academic qualifications to position themselves for success. He encouraged them to utilize technology and innovation to create opportunities and contribute meaningfully to national development. Of the 1,750 students, 745 were male and 1,005 were female, representing 42.6% and 57.4% of the total, respectively. The Vice Chancellor urged the students to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset by asking themselves what problems they can solve and how they can create value. He also cautioned them about the importance of good character and responsible conduct, reminding them to respect the university's rules and regulations, manage their time effectively, and develop habits that support both their academic and personal growth.",
  "summary": "The Vice Chancellor of KAAF University, Professor Alhassan Musah, has urged newly admitted students to embrace technology and innovation to prepare themselves for the rapidly changing world of work. He says the world of yesterday is not the same as the world of today, and students must therefore acquire relevant skills and remain adaptable to succeed beyond the university.",
  "key_points": [
    "Professor Alhassan Musah urges new KAAF University students to embrace technology and innovation.",
    "Approximately 1,750 students attended the university's matriculation ceremony.",
    "Students are encouraged to develop practical skills and an entrepreneurial mindset."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}