Education Minister Sets Up Committee to Plan New Public Universities
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has officially commissioned a committee to oversee plans for establishing additional public universities.
This team has been tasked with advising the government on how to broaden access to tertiary education. It is also expected to present its recommendations to the Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang.
Speaking to the media on Wednesday, April 15, the Minister highlighted the significance of the committee’s assignment, noting that its work will influence the direction of higher education in the country. He stressed that tertiary education remains essential for national growth, yet many young people continue to face barriers in accessing quality opportunities.
He further explained that the committee was formed following a directive from the President, acting on a request from the Vice President, to develop a clear strategy for expanding public university education.
The committee is chaired by Christina Amoako-Nuama, a former Minister for Education, who described the initiative as both timely and forward-thinking. She indicated that their responsibilities will not only focus on creating new universities but will also include completing ongoing projects and strengthening existing institutions.
According to her, the assignment is demanding but necessary, as it offers a valuable chance to improve access to tertiary education and support national development through a stronger human resource base.
The committee is expected to play a central role in shaping future policies on the expansion of tertiary education.
This is a commendable step by the Ministry of Education. Expanding access to tertiary education is critical for national development, especially in a country where many qualified students still struggle to gain admission. The initiative led by Haruna Iddrisu, with guidance from Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, reflects a forward-looking approach to strengthening Ghana’s human capital.
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The success of this committee’s work will depend on how practical and sustainable their recommendations are. Ghanaians will be looking forward to outcomes that truly transform the higher education landscape.