The University for Development Studies (UDS) on Saturday, 29 November 2025, held a vibrant and memorable 26th Congregation Ceremony, drawing thousands of graduands, families, friends, and members of the university community to the Tamale Campus to celebrate academic excellence and transformational learning.

In his inspiring address, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Seidu Al-hassan, extended a warm welcome to the newly minted graduates and their loved ones, describing the moment as a celebration of resilience, purpose, and possibility.

“Today, we send another generation of nation-builders into Ghana and beyond,” he declared. “What they carry with them is not only knowledge, but the spirit of service and community development that defines the DNA of this University.”

This year’s graduation statistics reflected both growth and diversity. A total of 7,870 students graduated, comprising 4,396 males (56%) and 3,474 females (44%), reaffirming UDS’s commitment to inclusive and accessible higher education.

The Graduate School made its presence felt with 289 postgraduate scholars, representing 4 percent of the graduating cohort. Though small in number, their achievements were described as “few but mighty,” symbolising the university’s rising profile in advanced research and postgraduate training.

Significantly, UDS graduated 23 PhD holders, 19 men and 4 women, with women making up 7 percent of the doctoral group. The Vice-Chancellor commended their fortitude, noting that their success strengthened the university’s mission of producing high-level human capital for national and global development.

“Altogether,” Prof. Al-hassan said, “the Class of 2025 is not just large; it is diverse, dynamic, and deeply reflective of a university that is intentionally building an inclusive future.”

The ceremony, marked by colourful academic regalia, cheers from families, and the uplifting sound of traditional drumming, reinforced UDS’s reputation as a leading institution dedicated to practical training, research excellence, and community impact.

Story by: Ibrahim Abubakari Dinnani