By: Wilmot Konah Contact: 0555666441 / 077579368. Email: dadekolly20@gmail.com
Gbarnga, Bong County: Dr. Eric Forkpah has officially taken over as Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) of the Bong County Technical College with a Commitment to strengthen Academic Growth, Innovation and Integrity.
Speaking Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the official turnover ceremony held at the institution’s main campus in Gbarnga, Dr. Forkpah recognized his predecessor for excellently executing the roles and responsibilities of the office of the VPAA while expressing appreciation to the administration for his recruitment to the position.
He committed to building upon the foundation established by his predecessor and collaborating with the administration and faculty association to foster growth, innovation and integrity in making BCTC second to none in the Country.
“I accept the position as Vice President for Academic Affairs at BCTC with immense humility and a profound sense of duty” Dr. Forkpah asserted. “I’m dedicated to enhancing the solid foundation established by my predecessors and collaborating with each of you to foster academic growth, innovation and integrity” he added.
Dr. Forkpah then rallied his colleagues to remain directed in achieving the institution’s visions of empowering minds, transforming lives and uplifting the north-central region of Liberia through quality education.
“As we move forward together, let us remain guided by our shared vision: to empower minds, transform lives, and uplift our communities through quality education”
For his part, the former Vice President for Academic Affairs and now Vice President for Research and Institutional Development (VPRID) of the Bong County Technical College, Prof. George Gbarkoley guaranteed to collaborate with Dr. Forkpah to adequately supervise and execute all academic functions at the university.
Remarking earlier, the President of the Bong County Technical College, Dr. Alfredson Taikerweyah, Sr. noted that the selection of Dr. Eric Forkpah as VPAA is in compliance with previous regulations from the National Commission on Higher Education (NCHE) for the attainment of certain academic credentials by individuals occupying the position.
Dr. Taikerweyah further clarified that following the receipt of the mandate, the institution published a job advertisement, announcing vacancy for the position.
He averred that deadlines for the vacancy were twice postponed and Dr. Forkpah being the only applicant was eventually accepted by the institution based on his academic credentials.
Dr. Alfredson Taikerweyah meanwhile committed to work with Dr. Forkpah for the growth and development of the institution while expressing hope that he would dutifully execute his functions.
“We are hopeful that joining us will adequately beef up our efforts in ensuring that we improve our status amongst higher learning institutions in Liberia and the World”
The Bong County Technical College is currently believed to be one of the fastest growing tertiary institutions in Liberia.
It can be recalled that, recently Bong County Representative Robert Womba proposed to the House of Representative a “bill seeking to repeal the act that establish the Bong County Technical College and in lieu, establish the Bong County University”.
Experts including the school’s administration say, if passed, the instrument will further strengthens the institution’s capacity and dedication to academic principles.
