Former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament Joseph Osei-Owusu has been appointed to the University of Gold Coast’s (UGC) prestigious University Council.
UGC, a renowned Christian university founded as Accra Business School and awarded a Presidential Charter on June 20, 2024, is committed to producing Christ-centered leaders that spur innovation, motivate change, and tackle global issues.
With a successful career in law, government, and public service, the former Bekwai MP demonstrates a strong dedication to democracy and moral leadership.
His time as First Deputy Speaker of Parliament had a profound effect, and his wealth of knowledge is a wonderful fit with UGC’s objective of changing lives via education.
On February 27, 2025, at the forecourt of the UGC campus in Accra, his appointment will be formally announced during the University Council’s inauguration.
This occasion represents yet another turning point in UGC’s quest for both academic distinction and worldwide influence.
UGC Chancellor Bishop Dr. Gideon Titi-Ofei commented on the appointment, saying, “Joseph Osei-Owusu is a valuable addition to the University of Gold Coast Council due to his exceptional leadership and dedication to service.” His advice will be crucial in guiding UGC toward its goal of becoming a leader in educational transformation.
In his capacity as a Council member, Mr. Osei-Owusu will be instrumental in determining UGC’s strategic orientation, encouraging creativity, and guaranteeing the university’s continued fulfillment of its goal of producing leaders who are Christ-centered and prepared for the future.
