ACCRA – Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang yesterday officially inaugurated the Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, and Nursing, as well as a new dental hospital, at the Entrance University of Health Sciences.
The Vice President emphasized that such initiatives are crucial for improving Ghana’s doctor-to-population ratio and called for increased private sector involvement in health and medical education.
During the event, Professor Opoku-Agyemang also highlighted recent government efforts aimed at strengthening the healthcare system. These include the establishment of a transition team to oversee the transfer of the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) to the University of Ghana Medical School, and the launch of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund.
She urged the incoming students to pursue academic excellence with humility and a strong sense of service, stressing that their future roles in healthcare will demand not only knowledge but also compassion and a lifelong commitment to learning.
The Vice President extended her congratulations to the Chancellor, Mr. Samuel Amo Tobbin, and the entire Entrance University community for this significant step towards enhancing Ghana’s healthcare system.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
