Fidelity Bank MD Calls on Vice-Chancellor
In accordance with UG’s strategy of strengthening ties and initiating partnerships focused on advancing key development priorities, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo welcomed a delegation from Fidelity Bank, led by Managing Director Julian Opuni, to discuss possible areas of cooperation.
She stressed the importance of equipping students with digital skills, noting that initiatives such as the ‘One Student, One Laptop’ programme and the Classroom Modernisation Project are central to enhancing the student experience.
“Our strategic priorities include offering a transformative student experience and creating a conducive environment for innovative learning,” Professor Amfo added. She emphasised that programmes like internship initiatives are critical to preparing students for the job market.
Mr. Julian Opuni explained that ‘Historically, our engagement with the University has been very limited, and we want to change that by supporting your key strategic objectives." Highlighting education as one of the bank’s priority sectors, he mentioned that the University of Ghana will be a critical partner institution.
The Fidelity Bank MD expressed particular interest in supporting the University’s student accommodation efforts and digital initiatives, among others. He also proposed the idea of a structured internship programme, potentially involving multiple companies, to provide work experience and talent development opportunities for University of Ghana students.
“Internships are a way not just to help students but also to nurture future talent for the industry,” he said. He further indicated that Fidelity Bank could leverage its broad network of clients and partners to create a large-scale internship platform.
Director of the Institutional Advancement Directorate, Professor Samuel Kwasi Dartey-Baah, expressed excitement that the Bank considers that some of UG’s flagship projects align with their interests. He also shared the University’s need for partners to support scholarships through the Student Financial Aid Office.
The University of Ghana recognises the importance of building strong partnerships with industries, governments, civil society organisations and other academic institutions. This deliberate effort seeks to enhance the quality of education and research for students and staff.
