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As part of the incoming programs of the NUGS Judicial Committee and the Legal Aid Committee, the Executives together with selected committee members paid a courtesy visit to the Director of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of Ghana. The meeting centered on our upcoming initiative, βSafe Campuses, Informed Students: Combating Sexual Harassment and Digital Abuse.β […]
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Following the petition by the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), the Rent Control Commission has intensified efforts to clamp down on exorbitant hostel fee increases and the illegal demand for two yearsβ rent advance from students. The fight for fair, affordable, and student-friendly accommodation continues.
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We are pleased to invite students and professionals to the upcoming Student Leadership & Policy Summit, taking place in London from 4th to 11th August 2026. Several participation packages are available, including full flight and hotel options, as well as individual tickets for the summit, welcome reception and boat party. Summit entry is free for […]
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Rashid Ibrahim, President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), together with Emmanuel Owusu Amponsah, Secretary for International Relations, continue to drive the nationwide mathematics set distribution initiative. The exercise reached the Bono East Region, benefiting students of Ahyiayem M/A JHS, Bredi M/A JHS, and Pruso JHS and extended to the Ashanti Region with […]
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Following NUGS’ petition, the Rent Control Department is cracking down on exploitative hostel rents & illegal advance payments. β Nationwide inspections β Sanctions for violators β New complaint channels for students Fair student housing is coming. Β©οΈ π΄βͺπ΄ NUGS
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The National Union of Ghana Students has officially petitioned the Rent Control Department for urgent intervention and strict enforcement of the Rent Act to address the rising cost of hostel accommodation in tertiary institutions. Students deserve fairness, protection and access to affordable housing.
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On 15th April 2026 , NUGS engaged the Rent Control Department on the growing concerns regarding the arbitrary increase in hostel fees without adherence to the provisions of the Rent Act, as well as the unlawful treatment of student tenants by some property owners. Among other key issues, we discussed the need for stricter regulatory […]
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Adventure meets discovery. Join the Union on an exciting trip to explore the beauty and heritage of Northern Ghana, from the breathtaking landscapes of Mole National Park to the historic elegance of Larabanga Mosque. Experience culture. Embrace nature. Create memories. π Sunday, 1st March 2026
FROM UNION TO INFLUENCE: MR. DANIEL NII KORLEY BOTCHWAY, NUGS PRESIDENT, CHAMPIONS STUDENT VOICE ON GETFUND BOARD
The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), established in 2000, stands as a testament to the power of advocacy in the educational sector. Born from the efforts of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), GETFund was created to provide dedicated financial support for educational infrastructure and initiatives. This vital mission is enshrined in the GETFund […]
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The Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, Minister for Education, officially inaugurated the 7th Board of Trustees of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) at a ceremony held at the GETFund Secretariat in Accra. Among the members sworn in was H.E. Daniel Korley Botchway, President of the NUGS – National Union of Ghana Students, who joins the Board […]