Presbyterian University Ghana (PUG) has taken a significant step forward in cybersecurity education with the commissioning of an ultra-modern, state-of-the-art cybersecurity training laboratory.
The facility, initiated and fully funded by Virtual Infosec Africa, marks the second of its kind in the country, following an earlier project at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi.
Presbyterian University Ghana has set a new benchmark by becoming the first private university in Ghana to house such an advanced facility. At the commissioning ceremony, Vice Chancellor Prof. John Ofosu Anim expressed profound gratitude to Virtual Infosec Africa for their generous contribution.
“This facility will be pivotal in training students on cybersecurity and combating related offenses,” Prof. Ofosu Anim remarked. “We are aware of the growing threat of cyber fraud and crime in the country. With this lab, we are equipping our students with the skills to detect and prevent these infractions. We encourage the public to enroll their wards here at Presbyterian University, as this facility will be put to its fullest, most impactful use.”
The Vice Chancellor highlighted the broader mission of the university: “Our new cybersecurity laboratory, donated by a visionary businessman committed to education, brings us closer to our goal of providing not just an education but a transformative experience that readies students to be agile, global citizens in an increasingly digital world. Cybersecurity is not just a technical field; it is a responsibility that requires skilled, ethically grounded, and socially responsible individuals.”
The Executive Director of Virtual Infosec Africa, Mr. Emmanuel Asiedu Sekyere, spoke on the importance of the new facility. “It is an honor to hand over this state-of-the-art cybersecurity lab to Presbyterian University. This facility represents our commitment to nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity experts and strengthening Ghana’s global cybersecurity standing.”
Mr. Sekyere emphasized the importance of preparing students for the evolving landscape of cyber threats. “This lab, equipped with cutting-edge tools and technologies, will be a hub for learning, innovation, and research. It will inspire students to develop solutions that meet the digital challenges of tomorrow,” he said. He further announced that the first 100 students enrolling in Computer Science or related courses would receive EC-Council certification vouchers for professional training, valued at over $150,000, at no cost to students or the university.
Virtual Infosec Africa, owned by Mr. Emmanuel Asiedu Sekyere, a Kwahu native based in the United States, continues to solidify its commitment to education and digital security in Ghana. The new lab stands as a beacon of opportunity, promising to enhance skills, inspire innovation, and bolster national cybersecurity efforts.
