Komenda College of Education graduates 590 Students with 189 First Class Honours
The event, held on September 5, 2025, was themed “Sustaining Excellence in Teacher Education: Addressing Infrastructure Challenges.”
The colourful ceremony brought together Management members, staff, dignitaries, alumni, graduands, and their families to honour the achievements of the college’s latest cohort of trained teachers.
Out of the 590 graduates, an impressive 189 attained First-Class honours, marking a significant stride in the college’s pursuit of academic excellence.
Graduands Statistics
Class | Number of Graduates (2024) |
First Class | 189 |
| Second class Upper | 308 |
Second class lower | 87 |
Third Class | 6 |
Pass | - |
Total | 590 |
Speaking at the ceremony, the Principal, Very Rev. Professor Kwesi Nkum Wilson, described the day as both memorable and historic.
“It gives me great pleasure, as Principal of this noble College, to warmly welcome you all to the 15th Congregation Ceremony. Today is a joyous occasion, not only for our graduands and their families, but for the entire College community,” he said.
Reflecting on the theme, Professor Wilson emphasized the importance of continuous improvement in infrastructure to sustain quality teacher education.
“Addressing infrastructure challenges is not simply about building structures or acquiring equipment; it is a commitment to creating learning spaces that empower both students and staff to thrive,” he opined.
He highlighted several infrastructural developments undertaken by the college in recent years, including the upgrading of classrooms with modern furniture, provision of printing equipment and computers, improvements to residential facilities, and the acquisition of industrial sewing and cooking equipment for the Home Economics Department.
“These developments,” he explained, “are crucial in supporting modern pedagogical practices and preparing graduates to benefit from and contribute to a dynamic teaching and learning environment.”
He further used the occasion to draw national attention to several critical government-funded projects that have stalled, affecting teaching, learning, and administrative efficiency at the college.
Addressing graduands, guests, and dignitaries, the Principal outlined five major projects that remain incomplete and appealed to the Ministry of Education, GETFund, alumni, and development partners to intervene urgently.
“Ladies and Gentlemen,” the Principal began, “permit me, at this point, to draw attention to a few of the Government projects that remain incomplete, projects that are vital to the continuous growth of our college.”
The first of these, he explained, is the Abraham Brew Sam Administration Block, a three-storey facility funded by GETFund and awarded to M/S Ali & Sons Limited in 2010.
“This building is currently at the furnishing stage,” he said. “Despite the college supporting the contractor with One Million Ghana Cedis in 2022 to expedite the work, the contractor has since abandoned the project. As a result, many of our staff continue to operate from old and overcrowded offices, with others forced to work outside due to limited space.”
He also pointed to the Auditorium Complex, a 1,600-seater facility awarded to M/S Asumadu Construction Works Limited.
“This project stalled for some time,” he noted, “but I am pleased to report that the contractor has now returned to site and work is progressing accordingly.”
The three-storey, 18-unit Classroom Block with Ancillary Facilities, awarded in 2015, has also seen no progress beyond the foundation level.
“This project, which could have served as a well-furnished science laboratory and additional learning space, has been abandoned since the foundation was laid,” the Principal lamented.
“When the College Council is constituted and sworn in, at its first meeting we will make the necessary arrangements to request for the termination of the contract so that it can be re-awarded.”
He further highlighted the deteriorating condition of the College Roads, a six-kilometre network funded by the Ghana Road Fund.
“Two different contractors appeared briefly on site but left due to lack of funds,” he explained. “This has left the roads in a distressing state. Even though I am reassured that these roads will be completed, I wish it could be done faster.”
Finally, the Principal addressed the stalled three-storey Hostel Project, awarded in 2022 by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to Hyway Construction Ltd.
“Unfortunately, the contractor’s only action was a site visit, with no substantial work undertaken,” he said.
“As a result, the contract was terminated in May this year due to a breach of its terms. We plead with GETFund to urgently re-award the contract.”
Speaking passionately, he stressed the importance of these projects to the college’s future.
“These incomplete projects remain critical to the continued development of Komenda College of Education,” he said.
“Without modern accommodation, administrative, learning, and road infrastructure, we cannot fully sustain the excellence for which this college is widely known.”
He therefore issued a heartfelt appeal: “We humbly call on the Ministry of Education, GETFund, our alumni, and all development partners to support us in completing these projects and providing a truly conducive environment for teaching and learning. Together, we can ensure that Komenda College of Education continues to produce competent, well-prepared teachers for generations to come.”
Professor Wilson also revisited earlier recommendations on curriculum development, stressing the need for Colleges of Education to offer Ghanaian Language, Music, and Physical Education as part of a holistic approach to teacher training.
He further called for reforms in admissions, advocating for the removal of the quota system to allow more qualified candidates access to teacher education.
“Each year, we receive more than 2,000 qualified applicants,” he said. “With adequate accommodations and improved infrastructure, these changes will allow more committed and capable teachers to serve the nation.”
He also underscored the need for more employment opportunities for graduates, suggesting that the private sector should ensure at least 60% of its teaching staff are professionally trained to boost the quality of education nationwide.
Special Awards
The ceremony also recognised exceptional achievements with a series of special awards.
Dominic Graham emerged as the overall best graduating student, receiving both the Best Graduating Student (Male) and the Best Graduating Student with the Highest CGPA awards. Josephine Osei was named the Best Graduating Student (Female).
Two teachers within the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem (KEEA) Municipality were also recognised for their outstanding contributions, a tradition that continues to inspire excellence within the local education sector.
Delivering the keynote address, the Lay President of the Methodist Church, Ghana, Mr. Kwesi Arthur Antwi, urged graduands to prioritise character, continuous learning, and transformational teaching.
“The best teachers don’t just transform minds; they transform lives,” he said.
“Graduation is not the end of your learning journey, but a launchpad to propel you forward. Any classroom you enter should come alive with hope.”
Chairman of the event, Prof. Dr. Benedict Osei-Wusu of the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), praised the graduands for their achievements and challenged them to be agents of change in the nation’s classrooms.
The ceremony concluded with the graduates taking the alumni oath, administered by the KOSA Secretary, Mr. Nicholas Taylor, formally ushering them into the college’s network of alumni making a difference in education across Ghana and beyond.
Founded in 1948, Komenda College of Education has a proud history of producing highly trained professional teachers.
Its graduates continue to serve with distinction, advancing education both nationally and internationally, while upholding the college’s core values of academic excellence, service to God, and service to mankind.