BY: KALD | Voltaonlinegh.com |
The Ho Technical University and the Naval Training Command of the Ghana Armed Forces have entered into a partnership for academic affiliation.
The agreement signed on Tuesday, June 13 would see HTU offer academic mentorship and award certification to navy recruits and officers through the Command’s Supply Application School (SAS) located at Nutekpor, near Dabala, in the South Tongu District.
A Memorandum of Understanding to seal the collaboration was signed on behalf of the Ghana Navy by Commodore Prosper Modey, Chief Staff Officer at Naval Headquarters, and Commodore Godwin Bessing, the outgoing Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), the Naval Training Command; While, Prof. Ben Honyenuga, the Vice-Chancellor and Dr. Christopher Amehoe, Registrar signed the pact for HTU.
In an address on behalf of the Chief of Naval Staff, Commodore Modey, speaking highlighted the importance of the partnership, which he said would ensure personnel of the Ghana Navy receive recognized qualifications to enhance their academic and professional standard in and out of the service.
‘The award of requisite certification to the naval personnel will equip them with adequate academic and professional knowledge to be competitive in the job market when they exit the Ghana Armed Forces after service,’ Cdre. Modey stated. Adding that, the MoU signifies their shared commitment to excellence, collaboration, and continuous human development.
On his part, the Vice-Chancellor was optimistic that the joint academic programming would offer a unique blend of curricular offerings, faculty expertise, and resources, enriching the educational experiences of both institutions. He added that, the collaboration aligns with the University’s strategic direction and mission to develop highly competent human capital through career-focused education, skills training, research, and innovation in collaboration with various stakeholders.
The outgoing FOC, Commodore Bessing said the collaboration was a significant milestone for the Naval Training Command, contributing to its mission of training highly skilled naval personnel. He assured of the Command’s commitment to fulfilling the terms of the MoU.
The colourful but brief ceremony was witnessed by senior officials of HTU, as well as high ranking officers from the Ghana Armed Forces, including senior naval officers and the Commander Rear of the 66 artillery Regiment in Ho.
Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com
