By Albert Allotey
Accra, July 30, GNA – The University of Leicester Alumni Association, Ghana Chapter has launched centenary celebration with a call on members to continue to rise as leaders, not just in boardrooms but in communities where change is needed.
Mr Daniel K. Owusu, Country Managing Partner, Deloitte Ghana, who made the call said, “As a country, Ghana faces many challenges, but also many opportunities. And I firmly believe that the solutions are within our collective talents.
“Through partnerships, innovation, and a strong sense of public duty, Leicester-trained minds can help strengthen our institutions, reform systems, and drive inclusive growth.”
He said, “So, as we launch this centenary celebration, let’s commit not only to remembering where we’ve come from, but to reimagining what we can become as individuals and as a network.”
Mr Owusu urged the members to mentor the next generation, to be visible in public discourse and collaborate to solve real problems, saying, “Let us leave behind footprints that future Leicester students will be proud to follow.”
Dr Annie Babah-Alargi, President, University of Leicester Alumni Ghana Chapter in a welcoming address said the centenary of the Alumni Association represented a significant milestone, not just for the Association but for the entire university community.
“In Ghana, the Alumni Chapter was initiated in 2009 by Dr Jacob and Mrs Jane Ashong who were then the recruitment and students’ guidance representatives for the university,” she stated.
She said as she took over the leadership of the fourth Executive Council as President in 2023 with the support of members, the Chapter has progressed with innovative and transformative events and activities.
Outlining some of the activities for the centenary celebration, Dr Babah-Alargi said the Chapter would organise a dinner dance and awards to honour deserving alumni members whose contributions and impact have sustained the association as well as communities.
“This will take place at Alisa Hotel on 5th December 2025, and the celebration will be opened for others to share in our joyful milestone and successful achievements as an Alumni body. However, you will need to purchase a ticket to be part of this magical centenary experience,” she announced.
She stated that the objectives of the association were to bring alumni members together for continuous learning and networking, to fraternise and promote the university’s programmes to prospective candidates, and to partner, the business community and other UK agencies and Alumni groups for activities towards a worthy cause.
Dr Babah-Alargi expressed gratitude to all past and present Presidents, executives, and members of the Chapter for their unflinching support that had enabled them to progress the goals and objectives of the alumni.
“We applaud our university, the University of Leicester, and all other organisations that associate and partner us in diverse ways to drive the continuous success of this great association.”
Mr Christian Rogg, the British High Commissioner to Ghana in a speech read on his behalf urged the members of the Chapter to let the centenary reflect a moment to reignite their commitment to both their alma mater and their country.
He stressed, “So, today, as we honour University of Leicester’s legacy, let us also celebrate you; the leaders who took what they learnt in UK and used it to uplift lives here in Ghana in different fields.”
Mr Rogg said, “As we look toward the future, we want to see more platforms where alumni like you can share your stories, contribute to national development, and create solutions to drive impact both locally and globally.”
GNA
Edited by George-Ramsey Benamba