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The has awarded scholarships to five students in memory of the late young engineer, Andrew Mbabilla Amuna. The gesture, made in his honour, aims to uphold and perpetuate the values and principles he embodied.

At a brief ceremony hosted at the Directorate of students Affaris (DoSA), each awardee received a brand-new laptop and a cash prize of GH₵2,000 to support their academic journey. The recipients were Adok Nambont Sundey (Civil Engineering), Awumbila Alfred Wusuy (Computer Engineering), Toyin Pearl Yinsongma (Biomedical Engineering), Godfred Asalibire Apana (Geomatic Engineering), and Elizabeth Yennongre Nagroug (Agricultural Science).

Speaking at the event, Professor Mark Adom-Asamoah, a member of the board of trustees of the Amuna Foundation, highlighted the significance of the award, describing it as a way for the Amuna family to continue Engineer Amuna’s legacy of excellence and generosity. He congratulated the recipients and urged them to seize the opportunity to strive for greater achievements.

“Please do not take this opportunity for granted. Instead, let it motivate you to achieve even greater accomplishments,” he advised.

The Director of Students Affairs, Professor Marian Asantewah Nkansah acknowledged the financial struggles faced by many students and extended gratitude to the foundation for its support.

“Every effort that helps us reduce the number of struggling students is one worth celebrating. Today we are honouring five students, and we are truly grateful,” she said.

She further appealed to individuals and organisations to support the university’s ongoing efforts to assist more students.

Representing the beneficiaries, Elizabeth Yennongre Nagroug, a first-year Agricultural Science student, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the foundation for recognising their potential and investing in their future.

“We thank the foundation for recognising our potential and investing in us. We will put the items to good use and make them proud,” she said.

Professor Akwasi Anning, Deputy Director for Conduct and Discipline underscored the significant impact such support has on students’ academic lives. He noted that many students at the university lack basic digital tools, with some not even owning mobile phones. He encouraged the awardees to value the opportunity and prove themselves worthy of the investment.

"You will be monitored henceforth to ensure that you are making good use of the investment that has been made in you," he added.

Professor Francis Kemausuor, Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical and Chemical Engineering. also expressed appreciation to the foundation for its timely and impactful support. He appealed for continued assistance, not only from the Amuna Foundation but also from other organisations and charitable bodies.

“We hope for more support so that students like these can have the funds, laptops, and resources they need to thrive,” he added.

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