On the morning of 10th March 2026, Marshalls University College was represented at a high-level engagement with the Parliamentary Select Committee on Education at the Labadi Beach Hotel, where stakeholders gathered to deliberate on two important pieces of proposed legislation that could significantly shape the future of Ghana’s tertiary education landscape.
The meeting formed part of the broader national reform efforts under the reset agenda of President John Mahama and focused on two proposed legislative instruments: the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Bill, 2025 and the Education Regulatory Bodies (Amendment) Bill, 2026.
Representation From Marshalls
Marshalls was ably represented by its Founder and President, Dr. Tetteh Nettey, who also serves as an Executive Member of the Board of the Private Universities Founders Association, Ghana (PUFA-GH).
Dr. Nettey joined other key stakeholders from academia, government institutions, and regulatory bodies to contribute to discussions aimed at strengthening Ghana’s education governance framework. His participation reflects Marshalls University College’s continued commitment to national policy dialogue and its role in shaping the strategic direction of higher education in Ghana.
Multi-Stakeholder Deliberations
The engagement brought together the Sector Minister, Hon. Haruna Idrissu, his deputy Hon. Apaak, members of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Education, officials from the (GTEC), Ministry of Education Ghana, the Office of the Attorney-General and Ministry of Justice Ghana, and the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, alongside representatives of private universities and other stakeholders within the education sector.
The meeting provided a valuable platform for a detailed examination of the provisions contained in the two proposed bills, with participants offering expert insights into their potential implications for institutional governance, regulatory coordination, and the long-term advancement of Ghana’s higher education system.
University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Bill, 2025.
One of the major legislative proposals considered was the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Bill, 2025, which seeks to establish a specialised public university dedicated to engineering and agricultural sciences.
The proposed institution is envisioned as a strategic national investment aimed at strengthening Ghana’s capacity in:
Technological Innovation
Agricultural research and development
Practical, industry-oriented training
Applied science and engineering education
By focusing on these critical fields, the new university is expected to contribute significantly to national development, particularly in advancing modern agricultural practices, engineering solutions, and technology-driven economic transformation.
Education Regulatory Bodies (Amendment) Bill, 2026
The Committee also examined the Education Regulatory Bodies (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which proposes significant adjustments to the regulatory framework governing tertiary education institutions in Ghana.
Among the key proposals discussed was the move to make the Presidential Charter optional for private universities, while simultaneously strengthening regulatory oversight and accreditation systems. The proposed amendment aims to enhance the efficiency, coordination, and effectiveness of regulatory bodies responsible for safeguarding standards and ensuring quality assurance across the country’s education system.
The discussions explored how the amendments could balance institutional autonomy with strong quality control mechanisms, ensuring that both public and private institutions continue to meet high academic and governance standards.
Marshalls’ Commitment to National Educational Development.
The participation of Marshalls University College in these parliamentary deliberations highlights the institution’s active role in contributing to national policy discourse and educational reform.
Also, Marshalls’ role through the collective voice of PUFA-GH’s engagement with sector stakeholders, the universities continue to position themselves as thought-leaders within Ghana’s private tertiary education space. The Private Universities Founders Association Ghana (PUFA-GH) further strengthen their collective voices in shaping policies that promote innovation, accessibility, and excellence in higher education.
Looking Ahead
As Ghana continues to review and refine its legislative framework for education, collaborative engagements such as this remain essential. They provide opportunities for policymakers, regulators, and educational leaders to align national priorities with the realities of institutional development and global competitiveness.
Marshalls remains committed to supporting initiatives that enhance educational quality, expand opportunities for students, and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of Ghana’s knowledge economy.
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