The Regional Maritime University (RMU) held its 19th Congregation ceremony in Accra on Saturday, June 28, 2025, celebrating the graduation of 372 students who earned master's degrees, bachelor's degrees, and diplomas across various disciplines.

Of the total number of graduates, 66 received master's degrees, 231 were awarded bachelor's degrees, and 75 received diplomas.

Delivering his address, the Acting Vice Chancellor of RMU, Dr Jethro W Brooks Jr, announced that beginning with the 2025/2026 academic year, the university would introduce a four-year mandatory cadetship program for all students pursuing seagoing courses, as well as for interested students from other programs.

According to him, this initiative aims to instill discipline and professionalism among students through adherence to the structured rules and regulations of cadetship.