By Oluwadara Adebisi,Samuel Obour
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The academic community mourned the death of Professor Daniel Mireku-Gyimah, UMaT’s first Vice-Chancellor at age 72The deceased UMaT Professor, Mireku-Gyimah contributed over 45 scholarly publications to mining engineeringHis leadership transformed UMaT into a leading institution for mining education and research in Ghana and beyond
The academic mining communities in Ghana and across West Africa are mourning the loss of Professor Emeritus Daniel Mireku-Gyimah, the Foundation Vice-Chancellor of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Tarkwa, Ghana.
The professor passed away at the age of 72. His death was announced with deep sorrow by UMaT on their official social media platforms.
UMaT mourns Prof. Emeritus Daniel
While the exact date of his passing has not been publicly disclosed, his family reported the news, and tributes from the academic community have been shared online. Professor Mireku-Gyimah left an indelible mark on the field of mining engineering
He is recognised as the first mining professor in West Africa. He dedicated his career to advancing the discipline, contributing over 45 scholarly publications that have enriched the academic and practical understanding of mine design, planning.
The University of Mines and Technology, where Professor Mireku-Gyimah served as the inaugural Vice-Chancellor, traces its roots to the Tarkwa Technical Institute, established in 1952.
His leadership was instrumental in shaping the institution into a leading center for mining education and research, eventually evolving into a faculty of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in 1976 before gaining full autonomy.
His vision and dedication laid the foundation for generations of mining engineers and professionals across the region.
The UMaT post about his passing is below:
Ghanaians mourn Professor Emeritus’s death
The news of his passing has elicited an outpouring of grief and tributes from students, colleagues, and the wider community. Some of the reactions are below.
@alu_kyi1 said:
“Everyone gon’ die. But the question is , what will you be remembered with? Do you have a legacy?
R. I. P PROF. 💔😭
YOU WILL BE FOREVER BE REMEMBERED.
YOUR LEGACY LIVES ON.”
@WisdomEdem20 wrote:
“All these na vanity, I just want to ask did he send any of those title to where he is going? This life ankasa we will stress ourselves for something we won’t live forever to enjoy.
May his soul rest in peace.”
@barnabasobeng commented:
“Prof, well done for your immense contribution to our mining industry. Rest peacefully in the bosom of the Lord, sir 👋!”
@evidence_cyril wrote:
“My deepest condolences to the family, RIP Prof. 🤧💔”
@Mr_Treasurer_1 said:
“My deepest condolences to the bereaved family. Rest in peace, PROF. 💔”
UMaT student designs automated toll system
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that Samuel Naamgwinaa, a student at the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), developed an automated toll system called NASAT E-Gate in response to Ghana’s plan to reintroduce road tolls.
The system uses RFID cards or digital methods to automatically deduct toll fees and open gates, eliminating the need for cash payments and reducing traffic congestion.
Naamgwinaa, a 2024 Presidential Pitch winner, designed the system to improve revenue collection, reduce corruption, and streamline the toll process.
Source: YEN.com.gh
