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Professor Lydia Aziato

Also known as: Vice Chancellor · Prof Aziato · Hamidatu Dramani · Prof. Hamidatu Dramani · Prof. Dramani · Gabriel Dwomoh · Professor Gabriel Dwomoh · Prof Lydia Aziato · Prof. Aziato

2026-04-302026-08-07

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  1. April 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    The Vice Chancellor, University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Professor Lydia Aziato, said HOLICO had built a strong brand which reflected in the staff, the church and the year groups, who contributed to the growth of the college.

    Holy Child College of Education climaxes 80th anniversary celebration

Yesterday

  1. UHAS to establish AI Centre of Excellence for healthcare research

    The University of Health and Allied Sciences plans to establish an AI Centre of Excellence focused on research, innovation and capacity building in healthcare. The centre will conduct research on clinical trials, drug development, sustainable health financing and health leadership, and will train health professionals and students from tertiary institutions.

    6 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 27 July

  1. UHAS and GHS develop nursing, midwifery leadership training programme

    The University of Health and Allied Sciences and Ghana Health Service have launched a national leadership and management training programme for nurses and midwives in managerial positions, with a curriculum development meeting held at UHAS in Ho on 21 July, supported by the United Nations Population Fund.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. UHAS marks 4th International Day, celebrates cultural diversity

    The University of Health and Allied Sciences held its 4th International Day, bringing together students, staff, diplomats and international partners to celebrate cultural diversity and strengthen global academic partnerships through cultural performances, music, dance and international cuisine.

    27 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Saturday 25 July

  1. UHAS hosts 2026 International Day, celebrating 94 partnerships

    The University of Health and Allied Sciences in the Volta Region held its annual International Day to celebrate cultural diversity and international collaborations. The Vice-Chancellor noted the university maintains 94 international partnerships worldwide and praised foreign faculty contributions, particularly Cuban staff who helped establish the School of Medicine.

    25 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 23 July

  1. Kumasi Technical University launches fair to boost student innovation skills

    Kumasi Technical University has reaffirmed its commitment to producing industry-ready graduates through practical, innovation-driven learning experiences. The university launched the 2026 KsTU Inter-Faculty Technology and Innovation Fair, with the Vice Chancellor emphasizing that higher education must equip students with skills, creativity and entrepreneurial mindset to address real-world challenges and contribute to Ghana's development.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 17 July

  1. Mahama pledges to complete UHAS laboratory complex under construction

    President Mahama visited the University of Health and Allied Sciences and pledged government support to complete its Multi-Purpose Laboratory Complex, which is 72 per cent complete and is expected to accommodate about 1,200 students and staff with specialised laboratories in medical imaging, molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, nutrition, prosthetics and anatomy.

    17 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mahama pledges to complete UHAS laboratory complex after inspection

    President Mahama visited the University of Health and Allied Sciences in Ho and reaffirmed government commitment to completing its Multi-Purpose Laboratory Complex, which is 72 per cent complete and will accommodate about 1,200 students and staff with specialised laboratories in medical imaging, molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, nutrition, prosthetics and anatomy.

    17 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 15 June

  1. DHLTU Open Day showcases technical education as job creation pathway

    Dr. Hilla Limann Technical University held an Open Day Exhibition and Mini Trade Fair, where students displayed welding, pastry, and textile work. Regional Minister Charles Lwanga Puozuing and other officials emphasised technical education as a priority for youth employment and entrepreneurship under President Mahama's government.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 17 May

  1. UHAS graduates 1,097 students at 10th Congregation ceremony

    The University of Health and Allied Sciences held the second session of its 10th Congregation ceremony in Ho, graduating 1,097 students—967 undergraduate and 130 postgraduate—in health and allied science programmes. The ceremony centred on bridging Africa's reproductive health gap through health training institutions.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. UHAS seeks government support for expansion, new programmes

    The University of Health and Allied Sciences has appealed for increased government support to expand infrastructure, recruit more staff, and introduce new academic programmes, including MSc, MPhil and PhD offerings in Health Data Science, Chemical Biology, and other fields beginning in 2026 and 2027. The university, which began operations in 2012 with 154 students, currently runs 23 undergraduate and 25 postgraduate programmes and graduated 1,097 students at its 10th Congregation.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 April

  1. Holy Child College of Education marks 80 years

    Holy Child College of Education at Fijai in the Western Region climaxed its 80th anniversary celebration on Saturday with the theme "80 years of excellence: Empowerment and innovation in teacher education in the 21st century." The college's principal noted its enduring impact in teacher education, having produced generations of educators serving across Ghana and beyond.

    30 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

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