Otumfuo Challenges GCU Governing Council to Accelerate University’s Growth
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II urges Garden City University to strengthen its growth and national impact through innovation, quality education and strategic leadership.
- Otumfuo says GCU has the potential to become a leading national institution.
- University plans to establish Ghana’s first private university teaching hospital.
- Governing Council introduces new Vice-Chancellor Prof. Eric Kwesi Ofori.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has challenged the Governing Council of Garden City University (GCU) to leverage its members’ collective knowledge and skills to propel the institution to new heights.
While acknowledging the university’s tremendous progress since its establishment nearly 25 years ago, the Asantehene noted that GCU has the potential to achieve even greater prominence and become a household name across the country.
He emphasized that as distinguished professionals in their respective fields, the council members are well-positioned to contribute the expertise needed to expand the university’s influence.
Courtesy Call
Otumfuo made these remarks last Friday, May 8, 2026, when the Governing Council paid a courtesy call on him at the Manhyia Palace.
The visit served a dual purpose: to formally introduce the university’s new Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Eric Kwesi Ofori, and to extend belated birthday wishes to the King.
The delegation was led by the Chairman of the Governing Council, Prof. Ellis Owusu-Dabo, who is the former Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
The Asantehene commended GCU for carving out a significant niche in the training of health professionals in Ghana.
He further urged management to continue designing market-oriented programmes to ensure that graduates are well-equipped to meet evolving industry demands.
Commitment to Infrastructure
In his introductory remarks, Prof. Owusu-Dabo expressed profound gratitude to the Asantehene for his pivotal role in the university’s history, particularly regarding the acquisition of land for its establishment.
He noted that over the past quarter-century, GCU has trained thousands of health professionals and continues to periodically review its curriculum to stay relevant.
Highlighting the university’s commitment to excellence in health education, Prof. Owusu-Dabo announced that GCU is currently constructing a 100-bed teaching hospital.
Once completed, GCU will become the first private university in Ghana to operate its own teaching hospital, providing a dedicated clinical training ground for its students.
Historical Milestone
GCU began its journey in 2005 as a university college affiliated with KNUST. Following years of steady growth, it obtained a presidential charter in June 2024.
While its primary reputation is built on health sciences, the institution also offers diverse programmes in Information Technology, Computer Science, Environmental Science, and Business and Managerial Studies.
