The Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has officially inaugurated the Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, and Nursing, along with a dedicated Dental Hospital at Entrance University of Health Sciences.
The historic occasion marks the university’s success into Ghana’s health education sector as the first private tertiary institution to establish a dental school and commence medical and dental training simultaneously.
Speaking at the well-attended event, the Vice President conveyed warm greetings from herself and President John Dramani Mahama, praising the initiative as a significant step in addressing Ghana’s healthcare workforce needs.
“Ghana is not yet in the ideal position regarding the WHO-recommended doctor and dentist-to-population ratio,” she noted, adding that the new facilities would “enhance clinical training, expand access to dental care, and strengthen healthcare delivery.”
The Chancellor and Founder of Entrance University of Health Sciences and Chairman of Tobinco Group, Nana Samuel Amo Tobbin, was highly commended for his visionary and patriotic investment in health education. In his speech, he reflected on his humble beginnings and reiterated his mission to create opportunities that directly address Ghana’s pressing needs.
“Many Ghanaian students face difficulties after studying abroad due to language and cultural barriers. I established this university to provide a world-class, locally grounded education that prepares our youth for global relevance,” – he said.
He urged the Vice President to advocate for increased government scholarships to support students in local institutions, ensuring that funds remain in Ghana to benefit communities.
The Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Minta Akandoh, described the inauguration as a timely response to Ghana’s urgent need for trained healthcare professionals, particularly in underserved areas. He praised the university’s leadership for investing in both infrastructure and human capital, noting that such initiatives are essential to bridging the healthcare access gap.
“This is how the private sector can be a true partner in national development,” he remarked, also acknowledging the Chancellor’s impact on Ghana’s pharmaceutical industry and aligning with the President’s goal to make Ghana a pharmaceutical hub in Africa.
The Vice Chancellor of Pentecost University, Rev. Prof. Kwabena Agyapong-Kodua, lauded the establishment of the new health schools and dental hospital, describing them as a beacon of hope and service. He emphasized the shared responsibility among academic institutions to prepare ethical, skilled, and compassionate healthcare professionals.
“The advancement of one institution in the service of humanity uplifts us all,” he said, extending Pentecost University’s full support and admiration.
In her closing remarks, the Vice President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, directly addressed students:
“You are entering a noble profession at a time of great national need. Let your learning be marked by humility, compassion, and a constant desire to serve.”
As the ceremony ended, there was a palpable sense of national pride and renewed commitment to healthcare excellence. The inauguration of these institutions signals a new chapter for medical education in Ghana, combining global standards with local relevance, and setting the stage for transformational healthcare delivery in the years ahead.
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