“Truth Our Guide” echoes within the walls of the University of Cape Coast. It’s a fitting motto, especially when we consider the story behind the C. A Ackah Lecture Theatre.
This lecture theatre isn’t just bricks and mortar. It’s a monument to a man of vision Dr C.A. Ackah. He was a principal of the University College of Cape Coast from 1962 to 1964 and again from 1966 to 1968. Dr Ackah played a pivotal role in shaping this institution.
Imagine this building when the University of Cape Coast was still in its early years. The university started in October 1962. It aimed to train teachers for secondary schools. Dr C.A. Ackah was at the helm. He guided the university through these formative years.
The C. A Ackah Lecture Theatre stands as a testament to his commitment. He helped lay the foundation for what the University of Cape Coast is today. It now has over 70000 students.
Consider the lectures that have taken place within these walls. Imagine the discussions. Picture the debates that have shaped minds and changed lives. This is more than just a lecture theatre. It is a crucible of learning.
The University of Cape Coast has grown. It now has many faculties and schools. The university trains doctors, lawyers, and agriculturalists. C. A. Ackah Lecture Theatre has surely hosted students from all these disciplines.
The University of Cape Coast has also expanded its campus. It operates on two sites. The Southern Campus is the Old Site. The Northern Campus is the New Site. This lecture theatre continues to serve students.
The University of Cape Coast has become a leading institution. It is ranked as one of the best in Africa. The C. A Ackah Lecture Theatre remains a vital part of its academic infrastructure.
Think about the notable alumni who may have sat in this very theatre. Ministers of State CEOs and Members of Parliament. They all started somewhere and perhaps it was here in the C. A. Ackah Lecture Theatre.
This lecture theatre is a place where ideas take flight. It is a space where the future is shaped. As we stand here remember the legacy of Dr C. A. Ackah. He was a guiding light in the University of Cape Coast’s history.
So the next time you hear “Truth Our Guide” think of Dr C. A. Ackah. Remember this lecture theatre. Recall its importance in the story of the University of Cape Coast. It is a place of learning and a monument to a visionary leader.