Mr. David Nii Commey Ankrah, a Level 100 student at the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Cape Coast (UCC), has been adjudged the Best Performing Candidate in West Africa for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for School Candidates.

A proud alumnus of Hope College, Gomoa Fetteh, Mr. Ankrah emerged as the overall top performer in the sub-region in the examination administered by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).

In recognition of his outstanding academic achievement, he was presented with the First Prize for International Excellence during the WASSCE Distinction Awards Ceremony held in Monrovia, Liberia, from 16th to 19th March 2025. His accomplishment was further acknowledged by the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, at a meeting with the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) on 9th April 2025 at the Sunyani Technical University.

This remarkable accomplishment is a testament to Mr. Ankrah’s dedication, discipline, and pursuit of academic excellence. The University of Cape Coast, and the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in particular, proudly congratulate him on this exceptional feat and wish him continued success in his academic journey.

Congratulatory Message from the Dean and Faculty

The Dean of the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Prof. Elvis Ofori Ameyaw, on behalf of the faculty and staff, extends heartfelt congratulations to Mr. David Nii Commey Ankrah for this exceptional milestone.

“David’s achievement brings great pride not only to the School but also to the entire University community. His dedication to academic excellence is inspiring, and we are confident that he will continue to excel and make meaningful contributions to the pharmacy profession and beyond. The School remains committed to supporting him and all our students to reach their fullest potential.”

Words of Encouragement

The faculty encourages Mr. Ankrah to remain focused, disciplined, and committed to the values of integrity and excellence that define the pharmacy profession. This early accomplishment is only the beginning of a promising journey, and with continued hard work, he is poised to achieve even greater heights.

The University of Cape Coast, and the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in particular, proudly celebrates Mr. Ankrah’s achievement and wishes him continued success in all his academic and professional endeavours.