University of Ghana Commissions Diamond Jubilee Hall to Ease Accommodation Crisis
University of Ghana Commissions Diamond Jubilee Hall to Ease Accommodation Crisis
The University of Ghana has officially commissioned the Diamond Jubilee Hall, a newly constructed student residence aimed at addressing the institution’s persistent accommodation challenges. This issue, which resurfaces at the start of every academic year, has been a major concern, particularly for first-year students.
The hall’s construction is part of a broader initiative led by Vice-Chancellor Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo to enhance student welfare. Built using an innovative, cost-efficient model, the facility was fully funded through the University’s Internally Generated Funds (IGF).
Completed at a cost of GHS 55 million, the hall offers a mix of accommodation options, including 64 rooms with shared bathrooms and 184 double rooms with communal washroom facilities on each floor. Each level is also equipped with washrooms, four kitchenettes, and reading rooms, with one floor featuring a dedicated TV room.
To ensure efficiency, each room has its own electricity meter, enabling students to recharge through a planned vending system. The hall also houses management offices and a maintenance unit for prompt issue resolution. In the coming months, additional amenities such as a washing bay and a mini-mart will be introduced for students’ convenience.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Professor Amfo underscored the significance of the project, aligning it with the University’s strategic priority of improving student experiences. She acknowledged the challenges encountered during construction, including legal and financial hurdles.
“This project commenced in late 2021 when I assumed office. At the time, the Africa Integras litigation posed a major challenge, deterring potential investors from taking on an unfinished, legally entangled project. Consequently, we resolved to utilize the University’s IGF to tackle the accommodation crisis,” she explained.
Professor Amfo assured students that the hall would soon be available for occupancy, with details on the application process to be communicated in due course. She also urged students to take good care of the facility.
“We have provided everything necessary to make life comfortable for our students, and we expect them to be responsible stewards of this facility,” she added.
