The College of Humanities and Legal Studies (CHLS) has held a handing over ceremony to mark the transition of leadership from Prof. Kwame Osei Kwarteng to Prof. Daniel Agyapong as Provost of the College.

At the ceremony, Prof. Kwarteng congratulated Prof. Agyapong on his appointment and urged him to build on the collaborative spirit that exists among the faculties, departments, centres, and units within the College.

 "This position requires dedication, hard work, and strong human relations. I trust that you will deliver and take CHLS to greater heights," he stated, asking for God’s guidance in Prof. Agyapong’s tenure.

In his acceptance remarks, Prof. Agyapong expressed gratitude to Prof. Kwarteng for his exemplary leadership and the positive strides made during his tenure. He pledged to lead with fairness, integrity, and openness.

Prof. Daniel Agyapong 

“I am committed to being a firm and fair leader and will continue the good work started by my predecessor,” he said. He added that he was particularly motivated to work collaboratively with colleagues, noting that many of the current Deans, Directors, and Heads of Department are his peers.

The College Registrar, Mr. Ebenezer Aggrey, commended Prof. Kwarteng for his remarkable dedication to the welfare of the College. He highlighted the former Provost’s hands-on approach to faculty promotions and his consistent follow-ups to ensure progress.

“It was a delight working with a leader who always had the College at heart,” Mr. Aggrey noted.

Some of the Deans, Heads of Department, and Senior members present also paid glowing tribute to Prof. Kwarteng, acknowledging his impactful leadership, while extending best wishes to Prof. Agyapong as he begins his three-year term as Provost of the largest College at UCC.

 Source: Documentation and Information Section