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Ghana’s Private Universities Face Extinction Risk Without Urgent Policy Support – Accra Metropolitan Lecturer Warns

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Miss Naomi Borley Alabi, a lecturer at Accra Metropolitan University, has warned that Private Higher Education Institutions (PrHEIs) could face extinction if current government policies continue to sideline their contribution.

Miss Alabi points out that despite making up over 80% of Ghana’s tertiary institutions, private universities enrol just 11% of students, a sharp fall from 20% in 2012.

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Speaking on Equity at a Crossroads: Rethinking Private Provision in Ghana’s Higher Education at a major higher education policy forum at the University of Oxford, UK, on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, Miss Alabi, who is also the Deputy Chief Executive of the Ghana Tourism Development Company, said the current state of private universities is not due to a lack of value. They have often proven to offer smaller classes, uninterrupted academic calendars, and greater access for women, working adults, and rural students.
But they are being squeezed out, by delays in accreditation, lack of funding, and policies that favour public institutions, leaving them underused and under-supported.

Miss Alabi, a lawyer by profession, calls this the “Equity Displacement Effect”, a situation where government efforts to increase access unintentionally leave out the very schools best placed to offer inclusive, flexible education.
She warns: “If left unaddressed, Ghana risks losing a sector that can complement, not compete with, public universities.”
Her message is clear: support private universities now, or risk shrinking the space for equity and innovation in Ghana’s higher education.
She offers some auspicious proposals that could turn the situation around. These include the government recognising private higher education as a public good; providing fair access to student loans and research funding; creating employment outcome tracking for all universities; and reforming accreditation pathways for faster, fairer approval.

Miss Alabi calls on stakeholders to rethink higher education together, stressing that Ghana needs both public and private universities to thrive.
The forum was held under the theme Access and Geopolitics: Next Steps in Tackling the Equity Crisis in Global Higher Education. It was organised under the auspices of WAHEN, CGHE, and SKOPE.

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Meet the Face Behind Yonko TV: Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah

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Behind every successful media brand is a visionary determined to make a difference. For Yonko TV, that visionary is Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah, a passionate media entrepreneur whose commitment to promoting people, businesses and brands has transformed a simple idea into one of Ghana’s growing digital media platforms.

Driven by a passion for storytelling and brand visibility, Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah founded Yonko TV with a clear mission, to provide individuals, entrepreneurs, creatives and organisations with a platform that amplifies their voices and showcases their work to wider audiences. Through dedication, consistency and innovation, he has steadily built a brand that is recognised for professionalism, creativity and results.

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Under his leadership, Yonko TV has evolved into a full-service digital media platform specialising in television and online media, social media management, business and brand promotion, event coverage, photography, videography and digital marketing. Every project undertaken reflects his belief that quality storytelling has the power to influence, inspire and create opportunities.

Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah has earned the confidence of numerous personalities and businesses across Ghana. His growing list of clients includes Diva Rhoda, Rhanda Adjei, Janet Konadu, Heavyn Kofi, RKess Organic Mixture Skincare Products, Rakis Products and Orca Deco GH.

His professional portfolio also features collaborations with respected entertainers, gospel musicians, influencers and entrepreneurs, including Nacee, Melody Frempong, Ewurama Police, Lizzy Ntiamoah, Monica Adu Gyamfi, Abena Destiny, Georgina Osei, Iona Reine, Kidd Africa, Kojo Luda, Kuukua Koomson, Labena, Leslie, Li-Li Octave, Maame Serwaa Favor, Mabel Kuadzi, Pat Wiredu, Sandra Amponsah, Shalina, Aquia, Lilmo, Tina Bubui and The Travelogist, among many others.

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Like many entrepreneurs, Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah’s journey has not been without challenges. Building and sustaining a media brand in Ghana’s competitive digital landscape has required resilience, especially in the face of limited financial resources, inadequate equipment and the constant need to innovate. Yet, rather than allowing these obstacles to slow him down, he has used them as motivation to work harder and continually improve the quality of his services.

His consistency has become one of his greatest strengths. Despite the challenges, Yonko TV has continued to produce compelling content, support businesses and create opportunities for talented individuals to reach new audiences. The impact of his work is reflected in the growth of the brands he promotes, the success stories of his clients and the thousands of viewers who engage with the content produced by Yonko TV.

Beyond media production, Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah has built a reputation for professionalism, reliability and strong client relationships. These qualities have enabled him to establish lasting partnerships with businesses, public figures and organisations seeking effective media exposure and strategic brand promotion.

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For Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah, Yonko TV is more than a media company. It is a platform dedicated to empowering others, telling meaningful stories and helping brands realise their full potential. His vision continues to drive the company’s growth as it embraces new technologies, expands its reach and creates innovative solutions for clients.

As the digital media industry continues to evolve, Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah remains committed to excellence, authenticity and innovation. Through Yonko TV, he continues to prove that with passion, perseverance and purpose, a media platform can become a trusted partner for growth and a powerful force for positive impact.

For brands seeking greater visibility, artists looking to expand their audience, businesses aiming to strengthen their presence or event organisers in need of professional media coverage, Nyameakoa Kwabena Mensah and Yonko TV continue to offer a dependable partnership built on creativity, credibility and results.

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