Among the graduates from the University of Cape Coast (UCC) at its 7th Session of the 56th congregation was Dr. Ben Bishop Nyanihorba Ayamba, the first visually impaired PhD graduate from UCC.
Dr Ayamba, a native of Pusiga in the Upper East Region graduated with a PhD in Guidance and Counseling.
In recognition of this feat, he received US $2, 000 award from the Chancellor of the University, Dr. Sir Sam Jonah.
In an interview, Dr Ayamba, told the media that he lost his sight in an accident in August 1995.