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Professor Joshua Alabi

Also known as: Prof. Alabi · Prof Alabi · Goski Alabi · Professor Mrs Goski Alabi · Prof Joshua Alabi

Professor Joshua Alabi — Board Chairman of GCB Bank, supporting education, sports, and national infrastructure development.

2026-05-122026-09-13

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  1. September 2026
  2. Daily Guide

    Officials in a group photograph at the launch of the MSc Energy Management and Policy programme ‎ ‎The Vice Chancellor of Accra Metropolitan University, Professor Goski Alabi, has officially launched the institution’s new MSc Energy Management and Policy programme alongside a pub

    Accra Metropolitan University Launches Energy Management & Policy Programme
  3. August 2026
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor Goski Alabi, in her welcome remarks, highlighted that the postgraduate programme combined policy, innovation, management and sustainability to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute meaningfully to energ

    Govt committed to sustainable energy system – Energy Ministry
  5. The Chronicle

    ords a wider advantage for Dr Bawumia in contests involving the current Chief of Staff, Dr Julius Debrah, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, Minister for Agriculture, Eric Opoku and former University for Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) Vice Chancellor, Prof Joshua Alabi

    Bawumia Leads All NDC Hopefuls In 2028 Race — APL Poll
  6. Joy Online

    Joshua Alabi at 49.9% to 34.4%. Undecided voters ranged from 7.2% to 9.3% in the different matchups.

    APL poll puts Bawumia ahead of seven potential NDC contenders
  7. Joy Online

    Joshua Alabi. In each case, between 7% and 9% of voters said they were undecided.

    Character, jobs and cost of living: APL poll shows what voters will use to decide 2028 election
  8. The Ghanaian Times

    Kumi-Boateng was sworn into office by the Chairperson of the University Council, Professor Mrs Goski Alabi.

    UMaT instals Prof. Kumi-Boateng as 4th Vice-Chancellor
  9. July 2026
  10. Joy Online

    Joshua Alabi, said the delegation chose to be present in person rather than send representatives from Accra.

    GCB Bank leadership pays condolence visit to Dagbon, pledges support to Regent
  11. Joy Online

    Joshua Alabi each recording 2 per cent. The survey also projected possible outcomes for the 2028 presidential election, with Dr Ato Forson emerging as the frontrunner in a hypothetical contest involving candidates from the major political parties.

    Asiedu Nketia and Ato Forson in dead heat for NDC leadership ahead of 2028 – Poll
  12. Joy Online

    Former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Professor Joshua Alabi, and Minister for Food and Agriculture Eric Opoku each polled 1%.

    Global InfoAnalytics poll puts Nii Lantey Vanderpuye ahead in NDC national chairmanship race
  13. Joy Online

    Joshua Alabi and Food and Agriculture Minister Eric Opoku each attracted 1%, while another 1% opted for other candidates.

    NDC flagbearership race: Asiedu Nketia’s lead narrows as Ato Forson gains ground – Global InfoAnalytics poll
Mining & Energy

Accra Metropolitan University launches energy management postgraduate programme

The News

Accra Metropolitan University has launched an MSc Energy Management and Policy programme to equip professionals with policy, managerial, and technological expertise to support Ghana's transition to energy security. The university has also established an industry-oriented training centre to develop skills in renewable energy, electric mobility, and energy-efficiency technologies.

1 September 2026 · Daily Guide

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Accra Metropolitan University launches energy management postgraduate programme

    Accra Metropolitan University has launched an MSc Energy Management and Policy programme to equip professionals with policy, managerial, and technological expertise to support Ghana's transition to energy security. The university has also established an industry-oriented training centre to develop skills in renewable energy, electric mobility, and energy-efficiency technologies.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide

Friday 28 August

  1. Government committed to building sustainable, reliable energy system

    The Director of Power at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition said the government is committed to developing a sustainable energy system through innovative policies to enhance energy security, reduce losses, and improve power distribution. He noted that efforts include improving efficiency and financing in the power sector, expanding renewable energy, managing grid stability, and attracting energy investments to meet growing demand and support manufacturing, mining, agriculture, digitalisation and enterprises.

    28 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Bawumia leads all NDC hopefuls in 2028 race

    According to a nationwide Africa Policy Lens survey of 16,963 respondents conducted in late July to early August 2026, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia holds 45.7 to 49.9 per cent support in seven hypothetical head-to-head contests against potential NDC presidential contenders, with his closest races against NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah (45.8 per cent for Bawumia versus 42.4 per cent) and Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson (45.7 per cent versus 42.8 per cent).

    19 August 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. APL poll shows Bawumia leading seven NDC contenders

    A nationwide survey by Africa Policy Lens, conducted July 27 to August 7, 2026, interviewed 16,963 voters and found Vice Presidential candidate Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia leading in all seven hypothetical one-on-one matchups against potential NDC contenders, securing between 45.7% and 49.9% of national support and winning between 9 and 11 of Ghana's 16 regions in each matchup.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Voters prioritise character, jobs and cost of living in 2028 election

    A nationwide survey of 16,963 respondents by Africa Policy Lens found that honesty and integrity were identified as the single most important leadership quality expected of the next president, followed by the ability to create jobs and the impact of the economy on cost of living. The same survey tested Dr. Bawumia against seven potential NDC candidates, with him leading in all matchups.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 7 August

  1. UMaT installs Prof. Kumi-Boateng as fourth Vice-Chancellor

    Professor Bernard Kumi-Boateng, a 47-year-old Full Professor of Geomatic Engineering and UMaT alumnus, has been installed as the University of Mines and Technology's fourth Vice-Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026. He pledged to pursue a four-year strategic plan positioning UMaT as the "MIT of Africa" through alignment with existing institutional frameworks.

    7 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 30 July

  1. GCB Bank leadership pays condolence visit to Dagbon kingdom

    Senior executives of GCB Bank PLC visited the Gbewaa Palace to commiserate with the people of Dagbon following the death of the late Ya-Na Abubakari Mahama II, presenting cash and food items and pledging continued support to the acting Regent ahead of the enskinment programme.

    30 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 27 July

  1. Asiedu Nketia and Ato Forson tied in NDC 2028 leadership race

    A poll by GlobalInfo Analytics released July 27 shows National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia and Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson each at 31 per cent as the preferred choice to lead the NDC into the 2028 general elections, with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu at 15 per cent and Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang at 9 per cent.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 15 July

  1. NDC delegates poll shows Vanderpuye leading chairmanship race

    A Global InfoAnalytics poll places former Odododiodio MP Nii Lantey Vanderpuye ahead in the NDC national chairmanship race with 26.8% delegate support, followed by former National Chairman Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo at 19.3%, while 35.3% of delegates remain undecided.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Asiedu Nketia leads NDC race as Ato Forson narrows gap

    In the latest Global InfoAnalytics poll of NDC delegates, National Democratic Congress Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia holds 27% support for the 2028 flagbearership, down from 29% in April, while Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has risen to 22% from 19%, narrowing the gap to five points. Thirty percent of delegates remain undecided.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 21 May

  1. GCB Bank finances 200+ machines for Timeline under Big Push

    GCB Bank has financed and handed over over 200 heavy-duty machines and equipment to Timeline and Innovations Company Ltd in support of Ghana's Big Push infrastructure programme. The bank has committed close to GHȼ5 billion toward the Big Push agenda and national infrastructure development.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Wednesday 20 May

  1. GCB Bank funds heavy-duty fleet for Ghana's Big Push agenda

    GCB Bank has partnered with Timeline & Innovation Company Limited to commission a substantial fleet of heavy-duty vehicles and industrial machinery to support Ghana's government infrastructure agenda under President John Dramani Mahama. The newly commissioned equipment includes tipper trucks, service vehicles, water tankers, flatbed trucks, bulldozers, graders, excavators, wheel loaders, backhoes, and steel rollers.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. GCB Bank backs Ghana infrastructure via Big Push agenda

    GCB Bank's Board Chairman stated that the bank's support under the government's Big Push agenda is delivering tangible impact on Ghana's infrastructure development by financing local contractors and strengthening indigenous capacity. Timeline Innovation commissioned heavy-duty construction and logistics equipment intended to support key sectors of the Ghanaian economy.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 15 May

  1. GCB Bank pledges support for education and entrepreneurship

    GCB Bank's Board Chairman Professor Joshua Alabi reaffirmed the bank's commitment to supporting education, entrepreneurship, and national development through strategic partnerships, noting that the bank sponsors programmes because national growth depends on collaboration between knowledge, leadership, and enterprise.

    15 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 13 May

  1. GCB Bank donates GHȼ5m for Black Stars World Cup preparation

    GCB Bank PLC has donated GHȼ5 million to support Ghana Black Stars preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Bank's Board Chairman stated that the donation reflects the Bank's commitment to sports development and national unity.

    13 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Tuesday 12 May

  1. GCB Bank donates GH¢5 million to Black Stars for World Cup

    GCB Bank has donated GH¢5 million to Ghana's national football team ahead of the FIFA World Cup, with bank leadership emphasising football's role in unifying Ghanaians and describing the support as a strategic investment in national pride and Ghana's global image.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. GCB Bank donates GH¢5m to Black Stars as national investment

    GCB Bank's Board Chair Professor Joshua Alabi has described the bank's GH¢5 million donation to the Ghana national football team as a strategic investment in national pride, youth development, and Ghana's global image. He stated that football serves as the country's strongest unifying force and that international competitions provide valuable global exposure to stimulate tourism and attract investment.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Sports Minister praises GCB Bank's GH¢5m Black Stars donation

    Sports Minister Kofi Adams has commended GCB Bank PLC for donating GH¢5 million to the Ghana national football team, describing it as the largest support from a financial institution towards Ghanaian sports in recent times and noting it will boost the Black Stars' preparations ahead of upcoming competitions.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. GCB Bank chair urges corporate support for Black Stars

    The chairman of GCB Bank has called on Ghanaian corporations to increase support for the national football team, the Black Stars, saying they unite Ghanaians across political, ethnic, and social divides. GCB Bank has made a donation to the team and pledged to sustain its support for sports development initiatives.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

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