Jerome Djangmah: Former Ghana Education Service Director General Dies Aged 88
- Professor Jerome Djangmah, a former Ghana Education Service Director General, has passed on
- Djangmah's educational legacy includes significant roles at WAEC and some notable Ghanaian universities
- His family has welcomed visitors and well-wishers pending the announcement of final funeral arrangements
A former Ghana Education Service Director General, Professor Jerome Siau Djangmah, has passed away at the age of 88.
The news of his death was made public by a statement from his family, per Citi News.
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Adom News reported that Djangmah passed away on May 23, 2026. Ablade TV shared the funeral announcement on Facebook.
Djangmah’s career spanned decades of dedicated service across multiple premier educational institutions in Ghana and West Africa.
He also served as the Chairman of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Chairman of the Governing Council at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) and the Head of the Department of Zoology at both the University of Ghana (UG) and the University of Cape Coast (UCC).
The Djangmah family has opened their doors to well-wishers, colleagues, and the public for visitations at the family residence located at No. 5 Oleander Street, Teshie Nungua Estate, Accra.
The family noted that further details regarding the final funeral arrangements will be communicated to the public in due course.
About the late Professor Jerome Djangmah
Djangmah began his teaching career at Achimota School in 1962, where he taught Ga alongside Science and Mathematics, reflecting his lifelong commitment to both education and GaDangme heritage.
A founding member of the GaDangme Council, he dedicated decades of service to education, culture, and national development.
As former Director-General of the Ghana Education Service, he championed Science, Technology and Mathematics Education, including the introduction of STME Clinics to encourage young girls to pursue careers in science.
Former University of Ghana Chancellor, Professor Ernest Aryeetey, paid tribute to Djangmah in a post on X.
"I am saddened by the passing away of my good friend and mentor, Professor Jerome Siau Djangmah. He did a lot to promote science education in Ghana. When I considered the restructuring of the University of Ghana, he was there to offer full support and advice. Prof, rest in peace."
In 2016, Djangmah was among 15 personalities honoured by the University of Ghana for distinguishing themselves in their various fields of endeavour.
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He delivered an acceptance speech on behalf of the honorees and thanked the University of Ghana for the honour done them.
Former Akatsi North DCE Prince Sodoke Amuzu passes on
YEN.com.gh reported that Dr Prince Sodoke Amuzu, a former District Chief Executive (DCE) of the Akatsi North District, died in April.
Amuzu served as DCE for Akatsi North and was associated with efforts to promote local development, including initiatives in education, healthcare delivery, and rural infrastructure.
Until his demise, he was described as a development-oriented administrator and public servant with experience in local governance and policy implementation.
He held various professional and leadership roles within the public sector, contributing to district-level planning, administration, and community development initiatives.
Source: YEN.com.gh
