In a stirring speech at the University of Professional Studies in Accra, Ghana’s First Lady, Rebecca Akufo-Addo, shared her dream of a future where a woman holds the country’s highest office. She believes that such a milestone would be a powerful source of inspiration for young girls across the nation. The First Lady encouraged these future leaders to set lofty career goals and prioritize their personal growth. She highlighted women’s essential roles in the judiciary and executive branches and voiced her longing for a day when Ghana will proudly announce its first female president.
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The event was marked by a special moment when the University of Professional Studies honored the First Lady with an honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters (HonD.HL). The ceremony also recognized pioneering women who have made significant contributions to Ghana’s history, including the first female Speaker of Parliament, Justice Adeline Bamford-Addo, and former Chief Justice of the Republic, Justice Georgina Theodora Wood. This collective acknowledgment of these remarkable women underscores Ghana’s commitment to empowering its female leaders and celebrating their achievements.
