Takoradi Technical University Named Overall Best Innovator at ARCTUG 2026

Takoradi Technical University (TTU) has solidified its position as Ghana's leader in technical education by winning the Overall Best Technical University Innovator award at the 4th Applied Research Conference of Technical Universities of Ghana (ARCTUG 2026). This achievement comes as TTU continues to dominate the technical education landscape, having recently been ranked as the top technical university in the country for the third consecutive year by the AD Scientific Index. The university outperformed its peers at the conference, with Cape Coast Technical University and Ho Technical University securing the second and third positions, respectively.

The conference, which focused on the theme of "enhancing applied research and innovation for sustainable development," also recognized individual excellence within the faculty. Notable awards were presented to Dr. Aba Atta Eyison for her contributions to Agriculture and Sustainable Innovation, and Prof. Bruce Amartey in the field of Creative Arts. Other distinguished winners included Francis Bukari and Fuseini Harawi, whose work across various innovation sectors underscored the diverse research capabilities and academic depth of the institution.

Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor of TTU, Rev. Prof. John Frank Eshun, emphasized the university's unwavering commitment to practical, solution-oriented research. He reiterated that the core mission of the institution is to foster strong collaborations with industry partners to ensure that academic outputs translate into real-world applications. This strategy is designed to bridge the persistent gap between classroom learning and the evolving demands of the modern workplace, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped with the necessary skills for national development.

The ARCTUG 2026 conference served as a critical platform for showcasing a wide array of initiatives aimed at addressing contemporary challenges through innovation. By sweeping the top honors, TTU has demonstrated the vital role technical universities play in driving Ghana’s sustainable development agenda. The event concluded with a call for continued investment in research and development to maintain the momentum of innovation across the country’s technical educational framework and broader economy.