Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu told university leaders that President Mahama's government will stay out of academic matters. He spoke at a graduation ceremony where 790 students received their degrees from a technology university up north. The minister promised that universities can run themselves without government meddling. He said this freedom helps schools focus on teaching and research. Academic independence remains a key part of the new administration's plans.
The university has money problems with the power company that need fixing. Iddrisu said the government might pay off these debts for the school. He wants the university to concentrate on education instead of worrying about bills. Better internet connections will come to the campus when the government builds new fiber networks. Road repairs around the university grounds will also happen after he contacts the roads minister.
President Mahama started a research fund worth 50 million cedis for all universities across Ghana. The government will pay for five doctoral programs through the education trust fund. Faculty members can apply for this funding to advance their studies. Students who just graduated should work honestly and avoid corruption when they start their careers. The minister reminded them to protect both their personal reputations and their school's good name.
The university has money problems with the power company that need fixing. Iddrisu said the government might pay off these debts for the school. He wants the university to concentrate on education instead of worrying about bills. Better internet connections will come to the campus when the government builds new fiber networks. Road repairs around the university grounds will also happen after he contacts the roads minister.
President Mahama started a research fund worth 50 million cedis for all universities across Ghana. The government will pay for five doctoral programs through the education trust fund. Faculty members can apply for this funding to advance their studies. Students who just graduated should work honestly and avoid corruption when they start their careers. The minister reminded them to protect both their personal reputations and their school's good name.
