The Dambai College of Education has officially welcomed 385 new students into its academic fold for the 2024/2025 academic year.
The event held on March 13, 2025, marked the formal induction of these students into the college community, granting them both the rights and responsibilities that come with being a member.
The newly matriculated students were enrolled in the various Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) specializations offered by the college:
- Early Grade Education: 59 students
- Primary Education: 99 students
- Junior High School Education: 227 students
Dambai College of Education is affiliated with the University for Development Studies (UDS) in Tamale.
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Addressing the gathering, the Principal, Dr. (Mrs.) Benedicta Awusi Atiku, expressed her gratitude for a successful admission process.
She acknowledged the high number of applications received and the challenges faced in selecting the final cohort within the college’s quota.
“It was only through the grace of God that we were able to arrive at this number,” she stated.
Dr. Atiku used the occasion to appeal to the government for assistance in addressing the college’s pressing infrastructural needs.
She highlighted the urgent need for a new lecture hall, emphasizing that the current inadequate facilities limit the college’s ability to enroll more students.
“We are unable to accommodate a larger student population due to the lack of sufficient lecture rooms,” she explained.
The Principal also urged the government to expedite the completion of ongoing projects at the college, stating that their completion would significantly benefit the institution.
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However, Dr. Atiku expressed her sincere appreciation to the government for migrating the college’s tutors to the university payroll, a move that has been widely welcomed by the various colleges.
The ceremony was graced by several dignitaries, including Professor Ibrahim Mohammed Gunu, Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University for Development Studies and Chairman of the ceremony; Nana Mprah Besemuna lll, Krachiwura and the immediate past president of the Oti Regional House of Chiefs; Nana Dasebre Attamafowiase Bonjah ll, the overlord of the Chonke traditional area; the representative of Nana Kwaku Beyernnor ll, the chief of Dambai; and the representative of the Oti Regional Minister, Hon. John Kojo Gyapong.
Professor Gunu, in his address, congratulated the matriculants and encouraged them to prioritize their studies.
He urged them to utilize the available resources at the college effectively and to approach their academic pursuits with dedication and diligence.
“Your primary purpose here is to learn and grow. Make the most of this opportunity,” he said.
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The college administration reiterated its commitment to providing a conducive learning environment and encouraged the students to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
The newly matriculated students are expected to begin their academic journey with renewed vigor and contribute positively to the college community.
