Knutsford University College, has won the 2021 Global University of the Year Award .
It also received an International Award of Global Business Excellence.
The event was the International Sustainability and Growth Summit in Dubai , attended by Her Royal Highness Princess Dr Maradeun Oguanlana , some of the most influential leaders in the world, educationists and “ pioneer thinkers who are at the frontiers of advancement.”
Knutsford University clinched the feat for its “equitable but affordable university education in Ghana, Africa and across the world” as well as its impressive academic facilities, innovative life changing programmes, dedicated staff, good governance management structure, and highly enriched, conducive learning environment.”
Bishop John Kwamena Essel, Pro- Vice Chancellor and Founder of Knutsford University College, said the global recognition is a testament of the crucial role of private universities in Ghana in meeting the educational needs of the people and advancing the cause of national development .
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“ The global award challenges Knutsford University College to offer more services which are qualitative in content and global in scope so as to project Ghana as the preferred destination for education . We will do our best to meet these lofty expectations, “ Bishop Essel added .
He commended management and teaching staff of the university who made it possible for the award to materialize.
Knutsford University attracts a lot of students in West Africa and other parts of the world in addition to Ghanaian nationals. In collaboration with the Ghana Journalists Association ( GJA) , Knutsford University College every year runs free , intensive Advanced Diploma programme in Communication and Governance for journalists across the country.
In other News: Abii National adjudged Best Savings and Loans Company of the Year
Abii National Savings and Loans, a subsidiary of the Tobinco Group has been adjudged the Best Savings and Loans Company of the Year at the 2nd Ghana Credit Excellence Awards.
The award won by Abii National was based on its sterling performance in 2020 in the heat of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The event was put together by the Chartered Institute of Credit Management-Ghana (CICM-Ghana).
A survey was conducted on 36 companies within the financial and credit space to examine their performance in the wake of the pandemic. Eight (8) out of the 36 companies were shortlisted for various awards. Abii National Savings and Loans was among the 8 companies that were awarded on the night.
The Managing Director of Abii National Nana Yaw Okyere-Aduachie thanked their customers and the Executive Chairman of the Tobinco Group, Elder Nana Amo Tobbin 1 and his wife, Mrs. Mercy Araba Sika Tobbin for the support. He added that the reason they won the award was based on the fact that their non-performing loans for the year 2020/2021 stands at 2% compared to that of other industry players which currently stands at 26%.
“What it means is that over 98% of our loans are performing well” he said and indicated that the award will motivate them to work harder in the years ahead.
The Chartered Institute of Credit Management- Ghana has been running the award scheme since 2019. The maiden edition of the award scheme was held in 2019 but in 2020 due to the impact of COVID, organizers had to put the event on hold.
About Abii National
ABii National is a Savings and Loans Company founded in 2011 and licensed under the Non- Bank Financial Institutions Law, 2008, (Act 774) to provide financial services to the public.
As a financial institution supervised by Bank of Ghana, it is authorized to take deposits from the general public and institutions, give out loans and offer other financial services like any financial institution. ABii National however undertakes clearing, direct foreign transfers and other forms of international trade through our partnering banks.
At ABii National, products and services are structured to enable customers enjoy the benefits of one-stop financial solutions. These financial solutions are anchored on the core values of the Company, which are integrity, customer focus, service, creativity and accountability.
We ensure customized solutions to address each customer’s challenges, needs and capacity without constraining the customers’ ability to become competitive. Our uniqueness in providing a one-stop financing solutions is due to our highly motivated professional staff with proven track records and expertise in delivering cutting edge solutions. Each customer’s needs provide us with the opportunity to deliver services in a timely and efficient manner.
Our Company also provides investments with varying maturities priced at highly competitive rates with unique and flexible liquidation terms. At ABii National the size of your business and /or your standing in society should not be a hindrance in achieving your financial goals.
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