STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGE ON ESTABLISHMENT OF A FULLY FLEDGED UNIVERSITY IN WESTERN NORTH REGION
On 8th May, the Western North Regional Minister, Hon. Wilbert Petty Brentum, chaired a high-level stakeholders’ engagement to deliberate on the establishment of a fully fledged university in the Western North Region.
The engagement brought together key stakeholders to discuss the vision, prospects, and strategic importance of establishing a university in the region. The proposed institution is expected to expand access to tertiary education, strengthen human resource development, promote research and innovation, and contribute to the socio-economic development of the Western North Region.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for stakeholders to exchange ideas, share perspectives, and consider the necessary steps towards advancing the university initiative.
The proposed university represents an important opportunity to bring higher education closer to the people of the region while supporting skills development, employment opportunities, and sustainable regional growth.
The Western North Regional Coordinating Council remains committed to working with relevant stakeholders to explore initiatives that promote education, improve access to opportunities, and advance the development agenda of the region.
