Education Minister, UDS Vice-Chancellor Discuss Expansion of Yendi Campus and Teaching Hospital

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Published: July 23, 2026

Published at: 09:38am

By Saibu Terry

The Minister for Education and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to accelerating the development of the University for Development Studies (UDS) Yendi Campus.

The assurance was given on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, when the Minister received the newly inducted Vice-Chancellor of UDS, Professor Mohammed Muniru, for discussions on the future growth and transformation of the university.

A major highlight of the meeting was the accelerated completion of infrastructure at the UDS Yendi Campus. Hon. Haruna Iddrisu stressed that government remains committed to providing the necessary facilities to complete the campus in honour of the late Overlord of Dagbon, Ndan Ya-Na Abukari Mahama II, whose vision, advocacy and unwavering support were instrumental in the establishment and development of the campus.

The Minister noted that completing the project would not only preserve the late King’s legacy but also strengthen access to higher education and research opportunities in northern Ghana.

The discussions also focused on plans to expand the UDS Teaching Hospital to increase the training capacity for medical doctors and improve healthcare delivery across the Savannah Ecological Zone and the wider Northern Ghana region. The proposed expansion is expected to enhance clinical training while addressing the growing healthcare needs of communities in the area.

In addition, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu underscored the need to amend the recently enacted UDS Act to review the composition of the University’s Governing Council. According to the Minister, the amendment would ensure that the Council aligns with the new legal framework and promotes effective governance, accountability and the continued growth of the institution.

The meeting reflects the government’s broader commitment to strengthening tertiary education, expanding educational infrastructure and improving healthcare training to support national development