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The immediate past Secretary-General of the United Nations, His Excellency Kofi Annan, was on Monday officially inducted into office, as the new Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Legon.
He was sworn into office by the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Agyekum Kufuor.
His elevation to the high office of Chancellor of the University came as a result of the vacuum created by the sudden death of Oyeeman Wereko Ampem II, who reigned as Chancellor of the University for seven years (1999-2005). Kofi Annan thus becomes the third Chancellor, in the history of the University, after Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, President of the First Republic of Ghana, and Oyeeman Wereko Ampem II, both of blessed memory.
As spelt in the University’s Constitution, Article 4, clause 7, makes H. E. Kofi Annan, the titular head of the University, and shall hold the office for a term of five years, of which he is eligible for appointment for another term only.
His new role makes him preside over congregations and ceremonies of the university.
As the Chancellor of the University, he takes precedence over all other members of the university, and is entitled to make representations to the Council, on matters relevant to the aims of the university, as set out in the act establishing the University.
President Kufuor, in his remarks after swearing in H. E. Kofi Annan into office, described him as a selfless son of Africa, who served the world with distinction, in his efforts to improve living standards, especially in the African continent.
“Kofi, you have served the world with distinction, and have returned home laden with many honours. Indeed, you have brought honour to Ghana. The accolade conferred on you today, can therefore be considered as a justifiable acknowledgement of your services to mankind. I am sure you will agree with me, that it is not too much for this institution to single you out, to assume this noble duty of Chancellor, in favour of your own country. I am confident that under your wise guidance, this university will achieve greater heights and shine even more,” he noted.
According to the President, the good conduct and hard work of Kofi Annan, makes him an exemplary role model for the youth to emulate, in order to attain greater heights in all fields of their endeavours.
President Kufuor believed that the former UN Secretary-General’s enthronement, to the enviable position of a Chancellor of the University, would further propel the university to greater heights.
He was sworn into office by the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Agyekum Kufuor.
His elevation to the high office of Chancellor of the University came as a result of the vacuum created by the sudden death of Oyeeman Wereko Ampem II, who reigned as Chancellor of the University for seven years (1999-2005). Kofi Annan thus becomes the third Chancellor, in the history of the University, after Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, President of the First Republic of Ghana, and Oyeeman Wereko Ampem II, both of blessed memory.
As spelt in the University’s Constitution, Article 4, clause 7, makes H. E. Kofi Annan, the titular head of the University, and shall hold the office for a term of five years, of which he is eligible for appointment for another term only.
His new role makes him preside over congregations and ceremonies of the university.
As the Chancellor of the University, he takes precedence over all other members of the university, and is entitled to make representations to the Council, on matters relevant to the aims of the university, as set out in the act establishing the University.
President Kufuor, in his remarks after swearing in H. E. Kofi Annan into office, described him as a selfless son of Africa, who served the world with distinction, in his efforts to improve living standards, especially in the African continent.
“Kofi, you have served the world with distinction, and have returned home laden with many honours. Indeed, you have brought honour to Ghana. The accolade conferred on you today, can therefore be considered as a justifiable acknowledgement of your services to mankind. I am sure you will agree with me, that it is not too much for this institution to single you out, to assume this noble duty of Chancellor, in favour of your own country. I am confident that under your wise guidance, this university will achieve greater heights and shine even more,” he noted.
According to the President, the good conduct and hard work of Kofi Annan, makes him an exemplary role model for the youth to emulate, in order to attain greater heights in all fields of their endeavours.
President Kufuor believed that the former UN Secretary-General’s enthronement, to the enviable position of a Chancellor of the University, would further propel the university to greater heights.
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