Justice William Atuguba, the newly-appointed Chairman of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) Council, has reaffirmed his commitment to upholding academic freedom and enhancing academic excellence during his tenure.
According to citinewsroom.com, on Tuesday, May 13, Justice Atuguba, a retired Supreme Court Judge, made this commitment during a meeting with the departmental heads of the university.
Speaking at a university forum, Justice Atuguba emphasised the importance of academic freedom in fostering intellectual growth and innovation.
He also stressed the need for a united front to improve standards at the institution, acknowledging that his role comes with significant challenges.