Islamic University College, Ghana (IUCG) officially commissioned a new facility for its Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery. The ceremony was marked by speeches from prominent figures, including the Vice President Academic Affairs of IUCG, the Iranian Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Bejani Gherami, and Dr. Masoud Maleki Birjandi, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing.
The new faculty block represents IUCG’s commitment to expanding its academic programs and aligning with Ghana’s increasing demand for specialized healthcare professionals.
In his welcome remarks, IUCG’s Vice President Academic Affairs, Dr Ibrahim Hussein emphasized the significance of the collaboration between Ghana and Iran, noting that the university itself is a testament to this strong bilateral relationship.
“Iran has honoured Ghana with the establishment of this university, which started with Religious Studies, and later Business Administration was added, and then Communication Studies. The last was the Faculty of Education and Psychology, and the addition of the nursing program is a continuation of this gift. I hope this milestone will not mark the end of our development,” he stated, expressing optimism about the faculty’s future contributions to healthcare education.
Addressing the audience, Ambassador Bejani Gherami recounted the challenges IUCG faced two years ago and highlighted the collaborative efforts that have led to this achievement. “When IUCG encountered difficulties, we initiated a series of meetings and sought support from Al-Mustafa University. With their help, a new president was appointed to oversee the university’s growth,” Ambassador Gerami said.
He shared that, while he initially proposed integrating science and technology programs into IUCG, it was Dr. Maleki, the former Director of Iran Clinic, who, upon returning to Iran, suggested establishing a nursing faculty. “Today, I am proud to see this vision come to life,” he added. Dr. Masoud Maleki, the Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, presented a comprehensive plan outlining the faculty’s future direction.
He emphasized the role of education in national development, explaining that universities serve as vital engines for growth.
“The expansion of IUCG reflects the essential role of higher education in empowering societies. Our partnership with Iran University of Medical Sciences will enhance our capacity to provide
advanced training for Ghana’s healthcare needs,”
Dr. Maleki said. Dr. Maleki also detailed the faculty’s phased approach, starting with programs in nursing and
midwifery at the bachelor’s and master’s levels, with plans to expand into advanced medical raining and ultimately establish a medical school in Ghana.
He expressed gratitude for the efforts of Ambassador Gherami and the Iranian Embassy’s Political Counselor, Mr. Mardani, who played instrumental roles in the project’s success.
The ceremony concluded with an inspection tour of the new facility, which was led by the dignitaries present.
