General News of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comVice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called on Ghanaian students to approach leadership and academic excellence as deliberate disciplines anchored on strong values, integrity, and service to society. Speaking on the theme ‘Achieving Leadership and Academic Excellence,’ Prof Opoku-Agyemang emphasised that excellence does not occur by chance but through conscious efforts and moral grounding. Instill discipline in your wards - Veep ‘chides’ parents over growing vices in schools“Leadership and academic excellence are not accidental outcomes, but the result of intentional cultivation rooted in strong values,” she said. Otumfuo Twafuohene calls for stronger education, discipline in schoolsTouching on leadership, Prof Opoku-Agyemang reminded student leaders of their responsibilities to society, stressing that leadership must always prioritise the collective good. Prof Opoku-Agyemang encouraged the youth to embrace entrepreneurship and innovation, noting that Ghana’s development would depend not only on academic credentials but also on creativity, initiative, and a commitment to national service.

Source: GhanaWeb January 04, 2026 18:22 UTC