Two thousand, two hundred and eighty students have graduated with Bachelor of Technology and Master of Technology degrees from Takoradi Technical University at its 26th Special Congregation Ceremony in Takoradi.

The Vice-Chancellor, John Frank Eshun, described the ceremony as a celebration of resilience, discipline, and academic excellence, commending the graduands for reaching a significant milestone in their lives.

“Today’s ceremony stands as a proud tribute to resilience, distinction, and the outstanding accomplishments of our graduands. Through commitment, discipline, and determination, they have reached this defining milestone, and we celebrate their success with immense pride,” he said.

He reiterated the university’s dedication to equipping students with relevant competencies to thrive in the world of work.

“We remain resolute in advancing our core mandate of excellence in teaching and learning, impactful research, innovation, and community service, with the aim of ensuring that our graduates are fully equipped to contribute positively to both society and the world of work,” Prof. Eshun stated.

Out of the total number, 44 graduands received Master of Technology degrees, while 2,236 were awarded Bachelor of Technology degrees.

In the Bachelor of Technology category, 326 students obtained First Class honours, 1,543 graduated with Second Class Upper honours, 362 with Second Class Lower honours, and five recorded passes.

The Vice-Chancellor also highlighted the university’s continued commitment to inclusive education, noting that students with disabilities remain a key focus of institutional support systems.

“Takoradi Technical University remains strongly committed to supporting students with disabilities,” he said, adding that dedicated interventions, scholarships, and assistive learning technologies have significantly improved access and academic success.

He disclosed that since the establishment of a support unit in 2018, a total of 173 students with disabilities have benefited from various initiatives, including partnerships with organisations such as the GNPC Foundation, SRC, COA, and the Mastercard Foundation.

Chairman of the University Governing Council, Christian Kwaku Amuzuvi, charged the graduates to apply their knowledge and skills toward national and global development.

“You step forward with confidence, courage, and optimism, ready to make a difference in your communities, in our nation, and across the globe,” he said.

He emphasised that the training received at the university has prepared them to become innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.

“Be leaders, entrepreneurs, thinkers, and problem-solvers. Use your knowledge and skills to uplift communities, inspire change, and contribute to both national and global progress,” Prof. Amuzuvi urged.

Delivering a speech on behalf of the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, Technical Advisor George Kweku Toku Oduro encouraged the graduates to harness education as a tool for transformation.

“You embody the hopes, dreams, and aspirations of our society, our nation, and indeed the world,” he said.

He highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring access to education through policy interventions.

“The government continues to implement policies and initiatives that ensure education remains accessible, equitable, and impactful. One of these is the ‘No Fees Stress’ policy, which seeks to ease the financial burden on students and their families,” he noted.

The Metropolitan Chief Executive of the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly, Frederick Faustinus Fiadoo, speaking on behalf of Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson, underscored the critical role of technical universities in driving Ghana’s development.

“Technical and vocational education stands at the very heart of national development. In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and industrial transformation, nations that prioritise skills development are those that thrive,” he said.

He further noted that institutions like Takoradi Technical University are essential in producing a skilled, industry-ready workforce capable of transforming the country’s natural resources into sustainable economic growth.

“Resources alone do not guarantee prosperity. It is human capital—the skilled, trained, and innovative minds—that transforms these resources into sustainable development,” he added.

The ceremony brought together university management, government representatives, faculty, students, and families to celebrate academic achievement, while reinforcing the importance of technical education, innovation, and inclusivity in shaping Ghana’s future workforce.