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Ghana’s top private university admits 502 undergraduates, 64 master’s, and 20 doctoral candidates as Professor Dzidonu challenges students to embrace AI-era learning.
A colourful matriculation ceremony was held at the Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The event took place at the university’s Knowledge City Campus-Kokomlemle in Accra. AIT officially welcomed 586 newly admitted students into its academic community during the ceremony.
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The ceremony represented a major milestone for the newly admitted students. They formally became members of the AIT scholarly community. AIT is a university renowned for its excellence in technology-driven education, innovation, research, and professional development.
Breakdown of the Matriculating Class
The matriculating class comprises students pursuing programmes in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Occupational Health and Safety Management, Project Management, and doctoral studies.
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Of the total number, 502 students were admitted into undergraduate programmes, 64 into master’s degree programmes, and 20 into doctoral programmes.
President’s Address: ‘The Age of the Sovereign Learner’
Addressing the matriculating class, the President of AIT, Professor Clement K. Dzidonu, congratulated the students on their admission and challenged them to embrace what he termed “The Age of the Sovereign Learner.”
He emphasized that the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, automation, and digital transformation demands graduates who are capable of independent thinking, continuous learning, innovation, and responsible leadership.
Professor Dzidonu observed that universities serve a purpose beyond simply awarding degrees. Their true mission, he said, is to develop capable human beings. These individuals must think critically, solve problems creatively, adapt to change, and make meaningful contributions to society.
He reiterated AIT’s commitment to producing graduates who are technically competent, ethically grounded, intellectually curious, and globally competitive.
The OPD Perspective: Opportunity, Possibility, Difference
The President spoke on the theme, “Preparing the Sovereign Learner for a World of Opportunity, Possibility and Difference.” He encouraged students to adopt the Opportunity–Possibility–Difference (OPD) Perspective—recognizing opportunities, exploring possibilities, and creating meaningful change in their lives and communities. He also urged them to look beyond exams and certificates, concentrating instead on building capability, character, and courage.
Call to Commitment and Excellence
Professor Dzidonu issued a further challenge to the newly admitted students. He encouraged them to fully utilize the opportunities at AIT by attending lectures consistently and acting ethically. The world-renowned computer scientist also called on them to manage their time wisely and embrace lifelong learning.
He reminded them that success at the university would depend not only on the resources and support systems provided by AIT but also on their personal commitment to excellence and self-development.
Student Pledge
Mr. Samuel Peace Kamara delivered the acceptance speech on behalf of the newly admitted students. He expressed appreciation to the university’s leadership, faculty, and staff. The gratitude was specifically for the warm reception extended to the new students.
Speaking on behalf of his colleagues, he made a solemn pledge. He promised that they would uphold the university’s values and work diligently in their academic pursuits. He further committed that they would strive to become responsible professionals capable of contributing meaningfully to society.
 The Pursue of Excellence
The ceremony ended with a formal declaration welcoming the students as members of the university community. They were encouraged to seize the opportunities available to them.
The new students were also urged to pursue excellence and make positive contributions to both national and global development.
AIT: Best in Technology-Focused University
AIT, ranked the top private university in Ghana by the Ghana Tertiary Awards, is an independent technology-focused university committed to academic excellence and cutting-edge scientific and industrial research and R&D work.
At the Ghana Tertiary Awards, the university secured the Best Technology University in Ghana Award for the fourth year running. This achievement comes on the heels of a previous international recognition.
The university had earlier received the Best in Technology-Focused University in Ghana Award from Global Business Insight of the United Kingdom.
AIT holds accreditation from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission to deliver both campus-based and Open University undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
For its campus-based undergraduate offerings in engineering, computer science/IT, and business administration, the university is affiliated with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
Additionally, AIT partners with the Open University of Malaysia for its Open University undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at the master’s and doctoral levels.
