MyJoyOnline· 12h ago· 1 min read
Statesman and former diplomat Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas has said Ghana's greatest challenge is not a lack of educated people but a deficit in ethical and responsible leadership, urging educational institutions to place greater emphasis on character formation alongside academic excellence.
Delivering the second Mfantsipim Sesquicentennial Lecture in Accra on Wednesday, July 29, Dr Chambas observed that while the country has produced many highly qualified professionals, national development continues to be undermined by a shortage of leaders who uphold integrity, accountability and a strong sense of civic responsibility.
“Ghana does not suffer from a shortage of educated people. It sometimes suffers from a shortage of ethical and responsible citizens and leaders,” he said.
According to him, occupying positions of influence comes with profound responsibilities, regardless of one's…
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