{"id":23325,"date":"2026-01-14T07:49:32","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T07:49:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expressnewsghana.com\/?p=23325"},"modified":"2026-01-14T07:50:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T07:50:43","slug":"speaker-bagbin-congratulates-ug-vice-chancellor-on-election-as-acu-council-chair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expressnewsghana.com\/?p=23325","title":{"rendered":"Speaker Bagbin Congratulates UG Vice-Chancellor on Election as ACU Council Chair"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has extended warm congratulations to the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, following her election as Chair of the Council of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).<\/strong><\/p>\n

In a statement released by the Media Directorate of Parliament, the Speaker described the appointment as a significant milestone that reflects Prof. Amfo\u2019s distinguished career and international standing.<\/p>\n

A Testament to Leadership<\/strong><\/p>\n

Speaker Bagbin lauded Prof. Amfo\u2019s extensive background, noting that her elevation to the global stage is a result of her dedicated service to academia.<\/p>\n

\u201cYour assumption of this high office bears testimony to your stellar leadership in higher education governance, and your enviable international credentials as a celebrated academic with more than two decades of experience,\u201d the Speaker noted.<\/p>\n

\"Speaker
Speaker of parliament,Rt Hon Albany Bagbin<\/strong><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The appointment, announced by the ACU Head Office in London on January 8, 2026, follows her earlier induction into the Governing Council in August 2024. The Speaker emphasized that this rapid ascent highlights her proven leadership and the global recognition she commands.<\/p>\n

National Pride and Support<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Speaker affirmed that the Parliament of Ghana takes immense pride in her achievement. He expressed unwavering confidence in her ability to lead the Council toward its mission of leveraging higher education as a catalyst for sustainable development and societal change.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, Rt. Hon. Bagbin pledged the solidarity and support of the legislature to ensure the success of her tenure.<\/p>\n

Strategic Oversight<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the new Chairperson, Prof. Amfo is expected to provides Strategic direction, overseeing the Association\u2019s governance structures and global advocacy , driving the ACU\u2019s vision for transformative higher education across the Commonwealth.<\/p>\n

Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo\u2019s new role marks a historic moment for Ghanaian academia, placing the University of Ghana at the forefront of international educational leadership.<\/p>\n

\"University
University of Ghana VC,Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Source: Felix Nyaaba\/expressnewsghana.com<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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