A group of University of Cape Coast (UCC) alumni, known as “Brethren”, has donated and installed 10 solar street lights on the campus of the University.

The lighting system, which has been installed on the Technology Village and Superannuation Hall stretch, will illuminate the area and ensure security.

Presenting the solar street lights on behalf of the members of the group, the President, Mr. Klenam Asem, said the donation was to contribute towards providing a safe and secure environment for the students and teaching staff.

He called on the management of UCC to ensure regular maintenance of the lights.

Speaking on behalf of the Registrar of UCC, Mr. Enoch Gideon Abbeyquaye, the Acting Director of Academic Affairs, Dr. Atta Yeboah-Sarpong, expressed the hope that the lighting equipment would make students go about their academic activities safely at night.

The Brethren Alumni Group and some UCC officials cutting a tape to unveil the lights

He commended the group for giving back to their alma mater and called on other alumni groups to emulate their example.

Dr. Yeboah-Sarpong underscored the importance of alumni associations to the growth of every tertiary institution and was hopeful that the group would be remembered anytime humanity and philanthropy were mentioned.

In a remark, the Dean of Students, Prof. Daniel Apaak, thanked the UCC Brethren Group.

He said UCC continues to seek the support of all alumni and well-meaning individuals to advance the University’s cause.

The interim president of the UCC Students’ Representative Council, Vincent Kojo Siabi, for his part, said the donation was timely and would improve security for students and staff of the University.

 Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC