President John Dramani Mahama has been conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration by Yonsei University in Seoul, Republic of Korea.

The university said the honour recognises his distinguished contributions to national transformation, economic development, and his engagement with the global academic community.

The honorary degree was formally awarded on March 13, 2026, during a ceremony led by the university’s President, Yoon Dong-sup, and the Dean of the Graduate School, Kim Hyun-chul.

In his remarks, President Mahama expressed gratitude to the government and people of Korea for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation during the visit.

“I thank the government and people of Korea for the warm hospitality extended to me and my delegation during this visit. I also thank the Board of Trustees, President Yoon, the faculty, staff and students of Yonsei University for this memorable occasion,” he said, adding in Korean, “Gamsahamnida.”

President Mahama said he accepted the honour on behalf of the people of Ghana, describing it as a symbol of the deep respect, mutual relations and admiration between Ghana and Korea.

“This honour you have bestowed on me today is one I accept on behalf of all the people of Ghana, as a symbol of the deep respect, mutual relations and admiration that exist between our two countries,” he stated.

He expressed hope that the friendship between Ghana and Korea would continue to grow stronger and urged nations to choose peace, cooperation and hope.

“May the friendship between Ghana and Korea continue to grow deeper and stronger. May we all commit ourselves to choosing peace over conflict, cooperation over confrontation, and hope over despair,” he said.

President Mahama also encouraged young people in Korea, particularly students of Yonsei University, to pursue excellence and leadership.

“May we always lead with truth and strive for excellence. And to all the young people in Korea, especially the students of Yonsei University, I say Hwaiting,” he added.

He concluded by praying for God’s blessings on Ghana, Korea and the world.