The Tamale Technical University (TaTU) has officially inducted Prof. Bashiru Ibn Imoro Saeed as its second Vice Chancellor.
Prof. Bashiru takes over from the founding VC, Prof. Abass Braimah, who served from September 2020 to July 2024.
Chairman of the University Council, Dr. Al-Hassan Emil Abdulai, congratulated Prof. Bashiru on his appointment and advised him to focus on enhancing academic programs and improving the university’s infrastructure to meet Ghana’s educational standards.
Dr. Abdulai noted the benefits of building on the strong foundation laid by the outgoing VC, Prof. Abass Braimah.
In his acceptance speech, Prof. Bashiru expressed gratitude to the University Council, staff, and students for entrusting him with the responsibility of leading the university.
He commended Former VC, Prof. Abass Braimah, for his commitment in laying down a strong foundation for the university.
Prof. Bashiru outlined his vision for the university, and focusws on improving infrastructure and student services to position TaTU as a leading technical university in higher education.
Prof. Bashiru plans to expand and modernise the university’s infrastructure, including learning spaces, lecture halls, and laboratories. He also aims to create a Smart Campus, where technology will be integrated into every aspect of university life, including expanding Wi-Fi connectivity, enhancing digital classrooms, and implementing data-driven tools.
Additionally, Campus Greening will be a priority, with green spaces created and eco-friendly technologies adopted to promote sustainability.
“The campus greening and landscaping shall be at the heart of our infrastructure development over the next few years,” he stated.
The investiture ceremony was attended by representatives of regulatory bodies, registrars from sister institutions, heads of second-cycle institutions, members of convocation, traditional authorities, and family members.
