The Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto, has called on banks to identify and invest in viable projects at the University, particularly in the area of student accommodation.

Speaking during a courtesy visit by officials from ADB Bank to congratulate him on his appointment, Prof. Aheto highlighted the numerous investment opportunities available at UCC.

“Our students are struggling for accommodation, and this presents a fertile investment opportunity for banks to partner with universities to address it. Trust me, you’ll reap the benefits of your investment,” he stated.

Prof. Denis Aheto sharing handshake with Mr. Kweku Arhinful Biney

Prof. Aheto noted that UCC was open to further engagement with financial institutions to explore potential areas of collaboration. He cited examples from developed countries where banks invest in facilities such as hostels, auditoriums, lecture halls, laboratories, and healthcare centres, many of which are named after their sponsors.

“We are ready to collaborate with banks that are willing to support projects that enhance teaching, learning, and research,” he added.

Responding on behalf of the ADB delegation, Mr. Kweku Arhinful Biney, Assistant Area Manager of the Bank, expressed appreciation for the warm reception and commended the Acting Vice-Chancellor for his forward-looking ideas.

He reaffirmed ADB’s commitment to strengthening its relationship with UCC, noting that the Bank’s Managing Director would soon visit the University to discuss possible collaborative ventures.

“This is privileged information, and we are committed to partnering with you to identify viable projects at UCC. When we nurture such alliances, we are able to meet community needs effectively,” Mr. Biney remarked.

Other officials of the Bank were Branch Manager, Cape Coast Main, Mr. Kwabena Osei-Owusu and Branch Manager, UCC, Ms. Justina Yiadom Boakye.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC