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Accra Academy launches 95th anniversary, targets GH₵50m for infrastructure projects
Accra Academy has officially launched its 95th Anniversary celebrations with a call on alumni, corporate institutions and stakeholders to support a GH₵50 million fundraising campaign aimed at upgrading key infrastructure ahead of the school’s centenary in 2031.
The launch, held at the Ridge Church Hall in Accra, brought together government officials, alumni, educationists and students to celebrate the institution’s contributions to national development over the past nine decades.
Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Administration, Office of the President, speaking as Special Guest of Honour, paid tribute to the school’s legacy and described herself as “more Bleoo than most” because of her family’s long-standing association with the institution spanning four generations.
Addressing the gathering on the theme: ‘Accra Academy at 95 Years: A Legacy of Pride, Purpose and Achievement,’ she recounted her personal connection to the school and praised its founders for their vision in establishing the institution in 1931 to provide educational opportunities for brilliant but underprivileged youth.
She commended the founding fathers, Dr Kofi George Konuah and Messrs Samuel Niels Awuletey, Gottfried Narku Alema and James Akwei Halm-Addo, for laying the foundation for what has become one of Ghana’s leading educational institutions.
According to her, Accra Academy’s influence on Ghana’s development was evident in the calibre of leaders it had produced over the years, including a Head of State, Chief Justices, Speakers of Parliament, sports personalities, scientists, entrepreneurs and public servants.
Nana Oye Bampoe Addo said the values of discipline, integrity, service and purpose that define Accra Academy were closely aligned with the Government’s national development agenda.
As part of the anniversary launch, the school unveiled its official 95th Anniversary logo and announced a series of activities to commemorate the milestone.
The programme includes Founders’ Day Memorial Lectures, Career Guidance and Mentorship Sessions, the Bleoo Connect Durbar, a Float and Homecoming, as well as a Grand Anniversary Dinner Dance and Awards Night.
The event also marked the official launch of a GH₵50 million fundraising campaign to renovate the Konuah Assembly Hall and construct new staff flats to improve accommodation for staff and support the school’s long-term development agenda.
Nana Oye Bampoe Addo appealed to old students, parents, corporate bodies and well-wishers to contribute towards the projects and help preserve the school’s legacy for future generations.
About 200 company secretaries, governance professionals and institutional leaders will gather in Accra for the ‘Company Secretaries Summit’ next month.
It is aimed at strengthening governance practices and enhance boardroom effectiveness across the country.
The summit, which is scheduled for July 16 at the Labadi Beach Hotel seeks to equip governance professionals with the knowledge, skills, and networks required to navigate the increasingly complex demands of modern corporate leadership.
It will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions focusing on emerging governance trends, boardroom dynamics, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and stakeholder expectations.
According to the convener, Catherine Engmann, the summit comes at a critical time when governance professionals are under growing pressure to support sound decision-making, strengthen governance culture, and respond effectively to changing institutional and regulatory environments.
“This gathering is not just another conference. It is a platform for governance leaders who are already operating at the highest level and intend to stay there,” she said.
She noted that the programme was designed to provide participants with practical tools, fresh insights, and valuable professional connections.
According to Ms Engmann, a major highlight of the event will be the awards ceremony, which will recognise individuals and organisations that have demonstrated excellence in governance practice and made significant contributions to improving board effectiveness and corporate accountability.
She mentioned that the summit will also offer participants an opportunity to benchmark their practices against industry standards, exchange ideas with peers, and explore innovative approaches to governance challenges.
Beyond the formal sessions, the event is expected to foster networking and collaboration among governance professionals, helping to strengthen governance practices across Ghana’s corporate and institutional landscape.
Speaking about the vision behind the initiative, Ms Engmann, said the summit was inspired by the need to create a dedicated platform that recognises the critical role played by company secretaries and governance professionals.
According to her, the Company Secretaries’ Summit and Awards reflects her conviction that Ghana’s governance professionals deserve an annual platform where they can engage in meaningful discussions, build strategic relationships, and receive recognition for their contributions to effective governance.
Registration for the summit, she said was currently open, with interested professionals encouraged to secure their participation ahead of the event.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
-1 cup dried soya beans
-4–5 cups for water (for blending)
-Extra water for soaking
-Sugar, honey or dates (optional, for sweetness)
-Vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation
-Pick through the beans to remove stones or damaged seeds and rinse thoroughly
-Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least eight hours or overnight to soften it to blend easier
– After soaking, rub the beans with your hands as the skin begins to remove
– Removing the skins helps reduce the ‘beany’ taste and improves texture
– Put the soaked beans into a blender with 4–5 cups of clean water
-Blend until smooth and milky. (You may need to do this in batches depending on your blender size).
– Using a clean muslin cloth or fine sieve, strain the blended mixture into a pot. (Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible).
-The leftover pulp is called okara. Don’t throw it away — it can be used in baking, porridge, or even added to stews.
– Place the strained milk on medium heat and make it boil. Stir continuously to prevent burning or overflowing.
– Allow it to boil for at least 20–25 minutes. Proper boiling removes the raw taste and neutralises natural compounds that can upset the stomach.
-Once boiled a little sugar or honey. Pulse.gh
Health benefits of Soya beans
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