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UPSA Confers Honorary Doctorates on Three Distinguished Ghanaians at 2025 Congregation

7th December 2025

UPSA Confers Prof. Joshua Alabi Honoured by UPSA for Transformational Leadership and National Impact Honorary Doctorates on Three Distinguished Ghanaians at 2025 Congregation — UPSA Confers Honorary Doctorates on Three Distinguished Ghanaians at 2025 Congregation

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | December 07 | UPSA Confers Honorary Doctorates on Three Distinguished Ghanaians at 2025 Congregation

UPSA honours Prof. Joshua Alabi, H.E. Nana Konadu Agyemang-Rawlings and Mr. Joseph K. Horgle with honorary doctorates in recognition of their public service, leadership and contributions to national development.At the 5th Session of the 17th Congregation on Thursday, 4 December 2025, the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) awarded honorary doctorate degrees to three distinguished Ghanaian leaders.The recipients, including the former First Vice-Chancellor of UPSA, the former First Lady (represented by her daughter, Dr Zanetor Rawlings), and the Founder and Chairman of J.K. Horgle Transport, were recognized for their remarkable service and transformative leadership in education, national development, and entrepreneurship.

Honouring Leaders Who Inspire Excellence

In his remarks, UPSA Vice-Chancellor described the honorees as “eminent Ghanaians” whose dedicated service and leadership journeys continue to inspire excellence across sectors. Guest of honour and representative of the President, the Chief of Staff, , praised them as “trailblazers” whose work has shaped national progress in governance, academia, and business.Prof. Alabi, speaking on behalf of the recipients, expressed gratitude and shared a powerful reflection on leadership. He underscored the importance of channelling resistance and challenges into progress and urged institutions and individuals alike to build systems that sustain excellence over time.

Recognition Beyond Titles

By honouring individuals from academia, social advocacy, and the private sector, UPSA underscored its commitment to celebrating diverse contributions to Ghana’s growth. The ceremony celebrated not only past achievements but also the potential of leadership grounded in integrity, service, and visionary impact.The colourful event was attended by high-ranking officials from government, academia, and civil society, reflecting the significance of the awards and the institution’s esteem for public service leaders.

A Beacon for Future Generations

The 2025 Congregation at UPSA highlights how public recognition plays a role in encouraging leadership that prioritises excellence, social responsibility, and national development. The honorary degrees awarded now stand as beacons, inspiring future generations to dedicate themselves to service, innovation, and the greater good.

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