The College of Engineering at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has honoured the CEO of Telecel Ghana, Patricia Obo-Nai with the prestigious Distinguished Alumni CEO Award.

This was at its inaugural Alumni Excellence Awards & Fundraising Dinner.

The citation, signed by the Provost, Prof. Kwabena Britwum Nyarko, said the honour was in recognition of her remarkable achievements and contributions to the field of engineering.

“The prestigious award reflects your outstanding leadership, professional accomplishments and commitment to the advancement of engineering,” the citation said.

Held at the Labadi Beach Hotel, the maiden Alumni Excellence Awards celebrated the achievements of notable alumni and raised funds to support the KNUST College of Engineering’s continued excellence in engineering education.

The ceremony was attended by alumni, faculty, and industry leaders from across the country.

Receiving her distinguished honour presented by Professor Mark Adom-Asamoah, former Provost of the College of Engineering, Madam Obo-Nai, who graduated from KNUST with a degree in Electrical Engineering, expressed her gratitude for the role the university and the College of Engineering played in shaping her career journey.

“It is an immense privilege to receive this award tonight. My time at KNUST laid the foundation for everything I have accomplished, and I stand here today as a reflection of the incredible opportunities this institution provided me,” Madam Obo-Nai said.

The event was also a fundraiser, with proceeds aimed at advancing the College’s strategic initiatives, including infrastructure development, scholarships for deserving students, and research funding.

The fundraising dinner attracted generous donations from alumni, corporate partners, and philanthropists.

The KNUST College of Engineering has long been recognised as a hub of excellence in engineering education, producing some of the brightest minds in the field, both in Ghana and internationally.