President John Dramani Mahama has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration by Yonsei University in recognition of his contributions to national development and global engagement.
The honorary degree was formally conferred on March 13, 2026, in Seoul by the university’s leadership led by President Yoon Dong-sup and the Dean of the Graduate School, Kim Hyun-chul.
According to the university, the honour recognises Mahama’s distinguished contributions to national transformation, economic development, and his engagement with the global academic community.
In his acceptance remarks, President Mahama expressed appreciation to the government and people of South Korea for the hospitality extended to him and his delegation during the visit.
“I thank the government and people of Korea for the warm hospitality extended to me and my delegation during this visit,” he said. He also thanked the Board of Trustees, President Yoon, the faculty, staff, and students of Yonsei University for the honour, adding in Korean, “Gamsahamnida.”
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President Mahama said the recognition was not personal but symbolic of the relationship between the two nations.
“This honour you have bestowed on me today is one I accept on behalf of all the people of Ghana, as a symbol of the deep respect, mutual relations and admiration that exist between our two countries,” he said.
He expressed hope that the friendship between Ghana and South Korea would continue to deepen, while encouraging a global commitment to peace, cooperation, and hope.
“May the friendship between Ghana and Korea continue to grow deeper and stronger. May we all commit ourselves to choosing peace over conflict, cooperation over confrontation, and hope over despair,” he added.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
