The Ashanti Regional Minister, Frank Amoakohene, on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama and the Government of Ghana, has officially cut the sod for the construction of the Drobonso College of Health Sciences at Drobonso, marking a historic milestone in the expansion of tertiary health education in the Ashanti Region.
The landmark institution, proudly funded by the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), will be the first of its kind in the region dedicated exclusively to training medical, health, and allied health professionals. The project forms part of the government’s broader agenda to strengthen healthcare delivery nationwide through sustained investment in education, skills development, and research.
Addressing a gathering of traditional authorities, government officials, and residents at the sod-cutting ceremony, Dr. Amoakohene described the project as transformational for Drobonso and the entire Ashanti Region. He emphasized that the establishment of the college will not only expand access to quality tertiary education but also serve as a centre of excellence for health training and innovation.
According to the Regional Minister, the new institution is expected to produce highly skilled professionals equipped to respond to the growing healthcare needs of communities across the region and beyond. He reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to investing in human capital development as a cornerstone for national progress.
The ceremony was attended by the Drobonsohene, the Honourable Member of Parliament for the area, the District Chief Executive, and the Deputy Administrator of GETFund. The presence of these key stakeholders underscored the collective effort and strong collaboration that made the project possible. Dr. Amoakohene expressed profound gratitude to Nananom and all partners for their leadership, vision, and support in advancing the development agenda of the area.
When completed, the Drobonso College of Health Sciences is expected to create significant opportunities for young people seeking tertiary education, stimulate local economic growth, and enhance the capacity of the healthcare sector in the Ashanti Region. The institution will also contribute to research and professional training aimed at improving health outcomes across Ghana.
The sod-cutting ceremony signals the beginning of a transformative chapter for Drobonso, reinforcing the government’s resolve to build a resilient and future-ready Ghana through strategic investments in education and healthcare infrastructure.
