GTEC Embraces Paperless System, Prof. Jinapor Reveals at Perez University College Ceremony

Starting today, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) will no longer accept manual applications for programme accreditation from tertiary institutions across the country. The move marks a significant step toward digital transformation in Ghana’s higher education sector.

Announcing the development, GTEC’s Director-General, Professor Ahmed Abdulai Jinapor, highlighted that the transition to a fully digital system aims to streamline processes, reduce administrative burdens, cut costs for universities, and significantly improve turnaround time for accreditation approvals.

Prof. Jinapor made the announcement over the weekend during his address at the 9th graduation ceremony of Perez University College in Accra. The ceremony saw the conferment of degrees and certificates on over 230 students—150 receiving bachelor’s degrees and more than 80 receiving certificates in various academic and professional disciplines.

The graduation theme, “Redefining Ghana’s Future: Graduate at the Heart of Economic Reset and 24-hour Economy,” set the stage for reflections on the evolving role of graduates in Ghana’s development. In his keynote, Prof. Jinapor underscored the importance of graduates not just as job seekers but as entrepreneurs, problem-solvers, and ethical leaders poised to drive Ghana’s transformation.

He further elaborated that the newly implemented Accreditation Management Information System (AMIS) would now serve as the sole platform for accreditation applications. The system allows tertiary institutions—public and private alike—to apply for accreditation at any time, eliminating the need for physical submissions and in-person interactions.

“All 26 public universities in Ghana, including the 16 traditional universities and 10 technical universities, are now required to process their accreditation applications exclusively through this digital portal,” Prof. Jinapor said.

Encouraging the new graduates, he challenged them to pioneer innovations in fields like artificial intelligence and automation to enhance productivity and efficiency across sectors. He emphasized their role in realising the country’s push toward a 24-hour economy, urging them to be the architects of inclusive, tech-driven national growth.

Also addressing the gathering was Minister of Communication, Digitisation, and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, who reinforced the significance of the 24-hour economy. “This is not just a slogan—it’s a fundamental shift in how Ghana operates, produces, and delivers services,” he said. “From healthcare to manufacturing and digital services, the nation must now function around the clock to meet global demands.”

Perez University College continues to offer a broad range of programmes, including Business Administration, Communication Studies, Biblical Studies, and Church Administration, equipping graduates with both academic knowledge and leadership values to shape Ghana’s future.