Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has been sworn into office as Vice President of the Republic of Ghana.
She was administered the oath of office by the Chief Justice of Ghana, Justice Esaaba Torkornoo, today, Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the inauguration ceremony of President John Dramani Mahama in Parliament.
She has made history as Ghana’s first female vice president.
Born on November 22, 1951, in Cape Coast, Central Region, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s academic journey began at Wesley Girls’ High School.
She pursued higher education at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), earning a bachelor’s degree in English and French and later a master’s in English.
Her academic excellence propelled her to York University, Canada, where she earned a PhD in English Literature.
A celebrated academic, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang spent over three decades at UCC, rising through the ranks to become the university’s first female Vice-Chancellor from 2008 to 2012. Her tenure was marked by innovative reforms, infrastructure development, and a commitment to academic excellence.
Her entry into politics came in 2013 when she was appointed Minister of Education under President John Mahama. During her tenure, she implemented transformative policies, including the progressive rollout of the Free Senior High School program and a focus on improving teacher welfare.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana