University of Ghana Graduates 1,900 Students with a Bold Call to Lead and Innovate

More Than a Degree: University of Ghana Graduates Urged to Lead Africa’s Transformation

More than 1,900 students have graduated from the University of Ghana, stepping out into the world not just with degrees, but with a powerful charge to become ethical leaders and innovators for the nation and continent.

Held between July 25 and 26, the 2025 Congregation Ceremony was a moment of celebration—and a call to action. Graduates from PhD, Master’s, and Undergraduate programmes across various disciplines received their degrees in four sessions attended by university leadership, faculty, families, and dignitaries.

In her address on Saturday, July 26, Marrietta Brew Appiah-Oppong, Chairperson of the University’s Governing Council, delivered a heartfelt message urging graduates to look beyond personal advancement.

“Your academic achievements are not just certificates—they are tools for solving real-world problems,” she said. “Ghana and Africa need you to innovate, to collaborate across sectors, and to close the gap between theory and practice.”

The tone of the event echoed throughout all sessions: the future of Africa depends on how this generation applies its education—not just in boardrooms, but in communities, policymaking, and public service.

One of the most memorable moments came from Dr. Sangu Delle, Pan-Africanist and CEO of CarePoint, who addressed the School of Law graduates. In a rousing keynote, he emphasized the urgent need for ethical leadership in Africa.

“Africa doesn’t just need scholars. It needs men and women of integrity—leaders who pursue justice, not just wealth. Success should be measured by how much we contribute to the common good,” he said.

Dr. Delle’s message struck a chord, reinforcing the idea that true leadership is grounded in service, vision, and moral courage.

Throughout the two-day event, speaker after speaker returned to the same theme: education is a tool for transformation—not just for individuals, but for entire societies.

Graduates who spoke to The Ghana Discourse shared their excitement and a sense of responsibility.

“It’s a proud day, but also a humbling one,” said one graduate. “We’re ready to step out and make a difference, not just for ourselves, but for Ghana.”

Another added, “We’ve been prepared for more than just careers. We’ve been prepared to lead, to serve, and to uplift.”