During a special congregation and the commissioning of the China Phase 2 project by President Nana Akufo-Addo, Prof Lydia Aziato, Vice Chancellor of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), made a heartfelt appeal for additional student accommodation and staff bungalows.

She highlighted the pressing need to address the accommodation crisis affecting the university's growing student population.

In her speech and state of the university report, Prof Aziato revealed that the existing hostels can only house about 2,000 students, leaving approximately 7,000 students without adequate accommodation.

This shortage significantly impacts the university experience and the overall welfare of the students.

"We are facing a critical shortage of accommodation, which affects most of our students and also staff” Prof Aziato stated.

"Our current facilities can only accommodate 2,000 students, leaving 7,000 without proper housing. This situation needs to be addressed urgently to ensure our students can thrive academically and socially."

Prof Aziato expressed her gratitude to the government for its ongoing support and efforts in elevating UHAS to become one of Africa's premier universities.

She particularly thanked President Nana Akufo-Addo for his commitment to the institution's development, as demonstrated by the commissioning of the China Phase 2 project.

"The government's support has been instrumental in our growth and success," she said. "We are grateful for the initiatives that have helped UHAS progress, and we look forward to further collaboration to address our accommodation challenges."

The China Phase 2 project, a significant addition to UHAS's infrastructure, aims to enhance the university's capacity to provide quality education and facilities. However, the urgent need for expanded accommodation remains a top priority to ensure the well-being and academic success of UHAS students.

The Vice Chancellor's appeal underscores the critical need for investment in student housing to match the university's rapid growth and maintain its reputation as a leading institution in health and allied sciences education.