President John Dramani Mahama has affirmed that management of the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) will be transferred to the University of Ghana.

He said a committee established to review the handover from the Ministry of Health to the University had submitted its report for consideration.

President Mahama made the assurance while addressing the Second Session of the July Congregation of the University of Ghana, Legon, in Accra.

“We remain determined to ensure that the University of Ghana Medical Centre fully serves its original purpose as a centre of excellence for teaching, research, specialist training, and world-class health care delivery,” he said.

He added that the subsequent step, following the report’s submission, would be the presentation of a transition roadmap for implementation.

The President reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring that no capable Ghanaian is denied access to tertiary education because of financial barriers.

“Education should never be determined by the size of one’s pocket, but by the strength of one’s knowledge and potential,” he said.

President Mahama also highlighted the “NoFeeStress” initiative, explaining that it would allow as many first‑year students as possible to commence their university studies with dignity, confidence and hope.

The congregation witnessed the graduation of 1,884 students, comprising 157 PhDs, 1,429 master’s degrees and 298 undergraduates.

President Mahama praised the graduands for their dedication to learning and research, noting that his Chief of Staff, Mr Julius

Debrah, was among those graduating.

He urged them to excel in wherever their opportunities lead, to learn from the best and to distinguish themselves.

Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, Vice‑Chancellor of the University, said the University of Ghana had retained its status as a leading institution in Ghana and West Africa, while improving its position among Africa’s top universities in the QS World University

Rankings 2027.

“Ranked among the top 13 universities in Africa, the University of Ghana continues to strengthen its standing among leading institutions globally,” she said.

Prof. Amfo stated that the achievement reflected the University’s 2024–2029 strategic plan, particularly its focus on impactful research, a transformative student experience, engagement and partnerships, and staff and faculty development.