GIMPA celebrates Julius Debrah’s contribution to institutional growth

The Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) has honoured Chief of Staff Julius Debrah for his contributions to the institution’s growth and development.

The recognition formed part of activities marking GIMPA’s 65th anniversary celebration at the institute’s Greenhill campus in Accra.

The gesture was one of the highlights of a commemorative event held at the GB Auditorium, where management, faculty, staff and students gathered to celebrate the institution’s achievements and acknowledge individuals who have supported its progress over the years.

GIMPA Rector, Professor Samuel K. Bonsu, presented Mr. Debrah with a specially commissioned framed charcoal portrait in appreciation of his commitment to the institute and his support for its developmental agenda.

Addressing the gathering, Prof. Bonsu commended the Chief of Staff for his accessibility and readiness to engage with the institution on matters aimed at strengthening its mandate as a leading centre for management and public administration training.

He noted that GIMPA’s success over the past 65 years had been made possible through the support of key stakeholders who recognise the importance of investing in human resource development and leadership training.

Established to train public servants and administrative leaders in the years following Ghana’s independence, GIMPA has evolved into a major institution providing higher education, consultancy services and professional training for both the public and private sectors.

Management explained that recognising individuals such as Mr. Debrah forms part of a broader anniversary initiative to honour partners whose contributions have helped sustain the institute’s reputation as a centre of excellence.

Speaking at the event, the Chief of Staff expressed appreciation for the honour and reaffirmed the importance of supporting institutions that contribute to national development.

“We are living through a period of rapid digital transformation. Artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, digital financial systems, and e-governance are reshaping how economies grow, how governments deliver services, and how citizens participate in public life,” he said.

Mr. Debrah urged policymakers, researchers and development practitioners to ensure that knowledge generated by institutions and think tanks influences governance across the sub-region.

“West Africa must not be a passive bystander in that transformation,” he stated, adding, “Let the work of this Centre find its way into policy, into Parliament, and into the planning offices of West African governments. That is the measure of a think tank that truly serves.”