The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, has called on alumni and current students of the University of Ghana’s Commonwealth Hall to prepare for active participation in next year’s historic 70th anniversary celebrations of both the hall and the nation.
In a statement issued ahead of the 2027 milestone, Dr Apaak drew attention to the shared history between the premier male hall of residence, popularly known as Vandal City, and the Republic of Ghana, noting that both were established in 1957.
He highlighted the calibre of leaders the hall has nurtured over the decades, making special mention of President John Dramani Mahama, an alumnus of the hall, who will oversee both landmark celebrations in 2027.
“Next year, 2027, is the 70th Anniversary of Commonwealth Hall, aka Vandal City. Our great hall, which has produced notable personalities including H.E. John Dramani Mahama, shares the same birth year as our dear nation, Ghana,” Dr Apaak stated.
Reflecting on the significance of a former resident of the hall occupying the highest office of the land during this dual platinum jubilee, the Deputy Minister described the development as historic.
“And by dint of destiny, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, a Vandal, is and will be the President to preside over the 70th Anniversary Celebrations of both Ghana and Vandal City,” he added.
Dr Apaak further charged members of the Vandal fraternity across the country and beyond to mobilise and throw their full weight behind the upcoming activities to ensure a memorable celebration.
“All Vandals must take note and must plan to participate actively in the anniversary preparations and celebrations of Ghana and Commonwealth Hall. Sons of Father Bacchus, stand up and be counted,” the statement concluded.
Meanwhile, preparations have officially kicked off with Commonwealth Hall and the Old Vandals Association (OVA) issuing a call for entries to design the official 70th anniversary logo.
The milestone will be celebrated under the theme, “Anchoring 70 Years of Tradition for Human-centric Leadership Development in the Age of AI and Beyond”.
According to the organisers, prospective designers are required to submit three initial concepts alongside one final logo rendered in full colour, black-and-white, and single-colour formats, delivered in PNG, vector, or PDF files.
Designs must incorporate the hall’s signature maroon (#800000) accented with gold, white, and black.
The selected candidate will be formally acknowledged during the main anniversary durbar. Interested applicants have until 12:00 pm on December 5, 2026, to submit their entries via the designated contacts 0247863470 or 0243973436, or connect via the association’s official social media handle, @OVAGlobal1, for further updates.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
