Parliament has passed the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Bill, 2025, paving the way for the establishment of a new public university in Ghana.
The move aligns with the government’s broader agenda to expand access to tertiary education, following President John Dramani Mahama’s announcement during the February State of the Nation Address that more public universities would be established to meet growing demand and support national development.
The legislation provides the legal framework for the governance, management and operations of the new institution, which is expected to play a key role in advancing engineering and agricultural education in the country.
The bill was laid before Parliament on February 17, 2026, by the Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu, John Abdulai Jinapor, on behalf of the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu.
It was subsequently referred to the Parliamentary Committee on Education, which engaged stakeholders including the Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, as well as officials from the Ministry of Education and the Office of the Attorney-General.
The new university will operate a multi-campus model, with its main campus at Bunsu and additional campuses planned for Kenyasi and Acherensua.
According to the Committee, the multi-campus structure is intended to decentralise tertiary education, expand access in underserved areas, and stimulate local economic development. It is also expected to reduce pressure on infrastructure in major urban centres.
The Committee on Education described the bill as timely and necessary, noting that it introduces modern governance structures, promotes academic freedom and inclusivity, and strengthens transparency and accountability.
The passage of the bill marks a significant step in government’s efforts to broaden Ghana’s higher education landscape and deliver on its commitment to improve access to quality tertiary education across the country.
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