Takoradi: Mr. Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah, the Western Regional Minister, has emphasized the importance of tech entrepreneurship as a key driver for economic growth, during the 70th anniversary celebration of Takoradi Technical University (TTU). He highlighted the significant role of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in fostering self-employment and national development, urging the university to focus on creating business-minded graduates prepared to generate employment opportunities within various value chains.

According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Darko-Mensah noted the government’s ongoing investment in TVET, attributing it to the positive impact observed in countries that prioritize technical education. He pointed out that only 2.1 percent of the nation’s 18 million adult population are employed in formal jobs, underscoring the need for skills acquisition to combat poverty and promote self-actualization. The Minister emphasized the potential for TTU to cultivate the next generation of
entrepreneurs capable of transforming the national economy.

Dr. Robert Adjaye, a Member of the University Council, emphasized the importance of strategic direction in positioning TTU as a leader in technical education. He highlighted the council’s commitment to fostering leadership development and innovation, as well as establishing connections with both local and international institutions. The university aims to uphold values of inclusivity, diversity, integrity, and respect, while advancing opportunities for all.

Professor John Frank Eshun, Vice Chancellor of TTU, reflected on the university’s remarkable journey over the past seven decades, noting its contributions to national development through education, research, and innovation. The Vice Chancellor detailed the institution’s strategic plans for expansion, including the introduction of new faculties and PhD programs, and celebrated TTU’s recent achievements in various national competitions, solidifying its reputation as a hub for innovation and excell
ence.

Professor Humphrey Danso from Appiah Minka University commended TTU’s faculty for their dedication to the institution’s growth. He encouraged them to balance research with their teaching duties and suggested the development of a progress-tracking calendar to ensure ongoing advancement in critical thinking and leadership.