Honorees in a group photograph with the Chancellor, some dignitaries and Members of Council
The University of Ghana has honoured 15 personalities who have distinguished themselves in their various fields of endeavour. 14 out of the 15 honorees attended the ceremony.
His Excellency Mr. Kofi Annan, Chancellor of the University of Ghana declaring the Special Congregation open
The ceremony which was presided over by the Chancellor of the University of Ghana, His Excellency Mr. Kofi Annan, was attended by members of the University community and the general public.
Prof. Jerome Siau Djangmah, who delivered an acceptance speech on behalf of the honorees thanked the University of Ghana for the honour done them. He noted that the degrees require of them the responsibility to sustain collaboration with the University, to help inspire and develop young people for roles in governance, industry and civil society. He congratulated his fellow honorees for contributing their quota to the country’s development.
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Honorees receiving their citations:
Distinguished Scholarship
Prof. Christopher Udry
Contribution to Education
Mr. George Francis Daniel Jnr.
Prof. Jerome Siau Djangmah
Prof. Peter French
Alumni of whom the University is proud
Mr. Kwaku Mensa-Bonsu
Contribution to Public Service
Mr. Robert Joseph Mettle-Nunoo
Mrs. Bridget Katsriku
Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng
Contribution to Industry
Mr. Ramchand Udharam Mohinani
Mrs. Justina Baidoo
Institution Builder
Prof. Samuel Ofosu-Amaah
Rev. Prof. Andrews Seth Ayettey
Distinguished International Leadership and Statesmanship
Prof. Akua Kuenyehia
2016 Aggrey-Fraser-Guggisberg Memorial Lecturer
Prof. Ian Shapiro
A cross section of the audience at the ceremony
Members of council and Convocation
