President John Dramani Mahama has assured that his administration will not interfere in the governance and administration of public tertiary institutions.
Emphasising the importance of academic freedom and institutional autonomy, the President stated that his government’s role is to support and enhance the quality of education while ensuring good governance within these institutions.
Speaking during the State of the Nation’s Address (SONA) in Parliament on Thursday, February 27, 2025, the president stressed the importance of academic freedom and good governance within public tertiary institutions, stating, “Academic freedom will be upheld, and institutions will be required to ensure good governance. We will not interfere in the administration of public tertiary institutions.”
This commitment comes as part of the President’s broader vision to reform and strengthen Ghana’s education sector, particularly at the tertiary level.
He highlighted the need for public universities to operate independently while aligning their programs with national development goals, especially in critical areas such as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
“We are determined to expand access, improve quality, and align tertiary education with national goals, particularly in STEM.
“Feasibility studies for new public universities or campuses of existing universities to be established in the six new regions will commence this year. Seed funding for these projects will come from the GETFund to enhance nationwide access.
“Government will engage with the existing public universities to identify suitable sites on their acquired lands for the implementation of the private sector participation in the provision of hostels. This will allow more students to be accommodated on the campuses to allow for a better learning environment.
