Accra Technical University invites the entire university community to the Investiture of the Vice-Chancellor, ENGR. Prof. Amevi Acakpovi. Thursday, 15th January 2026 @8:30am. University Ceremonial Grounds The ceremony formally marks the assumption of office of the Vice-Chancellor and a new chapter in ATU’s leadership.
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Prof. Amevi Acakpovi Appointed Vice-Chancellor of Accra Technical University
Accra Technical University (ATU) is set to begin a new chapter of leadership with the appointment of Professor Amevi Acakpovi as its new Vice-Chancellor. The announcement was made following the Governing Council’s 123rd Regular Meeting held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, with the appointment taking effect from January 2, 2026, for a four-year term.
Prof. Acakpovi’s appointment marks a moment of pride and optimism for the University community. A distinguished academic and seasoned administrator, he succeeds Professor Samuel Nii Odai, whose tenure ended on June 30, 2023.
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The Accra Technical University has been ranked the fourth-best university in Ghana and 28th out of 88 universities in the sub-region.
This was revealed in the pioneering Times Higher Education Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings 2023, which were announced on June 26, 2023.
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