Komenda College of Education has once again celebrated the achievements of a new generation of educators at its 15th Congregation, held at the Robert Mensah Complex Hall.
The ceremony, held on September 5, 2025, was a grand affair that brought together students, staff, alumni, government officials, traditional leaders and proud families.
At the heart of the celebration was one name that resonated with inspiration and admiration — Mr. Dominic Graham, who emerged as both the Valedictorian and Overall Best Graduating Student with an exceptional Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.92.
Background
Born on August 9, 1995, in Agona Odoben in the Asikuma Odoben Brakwa District of Ghana’s Central Region, Dominic’s life story reflects perseverance, humility, and an unwavering commitment to service.
His early education began at Odoben Ama Fuah Basic School and later at Odoben Islamic Basic School, where he completed his basic education in 2009.
From there, he advanced to Mankessim Senior High Technical School, studying Technical Skills and graduating in 2013.
During his time there, he displayed a flair for excellence that earned him the Best Technical Student award during the school’s 2011 Speech and Prize Giving Day.
In 2016, he gained admission to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) to study Construction Technology and Management, but financial challenges forced him to defer this opportunity.
Undeterred, he redirected his efforts to teaching, serving as a pupil teacher at Odoben Saint Paul’s Preparatory School from 2016 to 2018.
His faith would later take him across borders as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
From April 2018 to March 2020, he served in the Nigeria Benin City Mission in Edo and Delta States, working in leadership roles such as Mission Office Secretary and Mission Office Financial Secretary — positions that demanded discipline, trust, and integrity.
In 2020, his academic journey resumed at Komenda College of Education, where he enrolled in the Bachelor of Education in Junior High School (Technical) programme, affiliated with the University of Education, Winneba.
Over four years, Dominic distinguished himself not only as a top-performing student but also as a friend, leader, and mentor who freely offered guidance to peers.
His guiding principle, inspired by scripture — “Think of your brethren like unto yourselves, and be familiar with all and free with your substance, that they may be rich like unto you” — shaped his interactions and left a lasting impact on his classmates.
Outside campus life, Dominic has served faithfully in church leadership roles, including as a Ward Clerk and now as First Counselor in his Ward Sunday School Presidency, demonstrating humility and a commitment to community service.
His dream is clear: to become an innovative technical educator who inspires Ghana’s youth, mentors the next generation, and contributes to national development.
To Dominic, education is more than a profession — it is a calling to shape lives and society for the better.
Snapshot of Academic Achievement
This year’s graduation statistics reflect not only enrollment growth but also improved academic performance.
The 2024 graduating class comprised 590 students, distributed across classification as follows:
| Class | Number of Graduates (2024) |
| First Class | 189 |
| Second Upper | 308 |
| Second Lower | 87 |
| Third Class | 6 |
| Pass | – |
| Total | 590 |
The figures indicate a significant rise in high-performing graduates, with more than 80% achieving First Class or Second Upper honours — a testament to the college’s dedication to academic excellence and student support.
Valedictory Speech
In his address on behalf of the 2024 graduating class, Dominic delivered an emotional and inspiring valedictory speech.
His words captured the essence of their collective journey — the challenges, the camaraderie, and the transformation they experienced.
“Today, we gather not only to mark an end but to celebrate a journey that began on January 12, 2021,” he said. “We arrived with dreams in our hearts, fears in our minds, and suitcases filled with hope.”
He recounted the unforgettable “Level 100 weeding,” late-night study sessions, dining hall debates, SRC Week festivities, and challenging internships. Through it all, they learned that teaching is not just about lessons but about shaping lives.
“Fellow graduands,” he continued, “as we stand on the brink of tomorrow, let us remember that we are not just graduates. We are torchbearers, builders of minds, and guardians of dreams. Let us go forth as teachers who do more than impart knowledge; let us ignite transformation.”
He concluded with a rallying call: “The world awaits us, graduating class of 2024. Let us step out with boldness, vision, and the unshakable belief that the light within us will shine brighter than any darkness ahead. God bless KOSA ’24, God bless Komenda College of Education, God bless Ghana.”
The story of Dominic Graham is not just a personal triumph; it is a reflection of what is possible when determination meets opportunity.
His academic success, leadership, service, and vision position him as a role model for aspiring teachers across the country.
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