By Valentia Tetteh
Parliament has passed the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Bill, 2025, paving the way for the establishment of a new public university and outlining its governance and management structures.
The bill was laid before Parliament on February 17, 2026, by the Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu, John Abdulai Jinapor, on behalf of the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, in line with parliamentary procedures.
Following its introduction, the bill was referred to the Committee on Education for detailed consideration.
During its deliberations, the committee engaged key stakeholders, including the Deputy Minister for Education, Clement Apaak, as well as officials from the Ministry of Education and the Office of the Attorney-General.
The legislation provides a comprehensive legal framework for the governance, management and operations of the university.
It designates Bunsu as the main campus, with additional campuses to be established at Kenyasi and Acherensua.
According to the committee, the multi-campus model reflects a deliberate policy to decentralise tertiary education infrastructure, expand access to higher education in underserved areas and stimulate local economic development.
The approach is also expected to reduce pressure on housing and social services in major urban centres.
The Committee on Education described the bill as both necessary and timely, noting that it introduces modern governance structures, promotes academic freedom and inclusivity, and strengthens transparency and financial accountability.
The committee therefore recommended that Parliament adopt its report and pass the bill in accordance with Article 106 of the 1992 Constitution.
The passage of the bill is expected to expand Ghana’s higher education landscape and improve access to quality tertiary education across multiple regions.
