Guidance and Counselling Association of Ghana Congratulates Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis on Appointment as GES Director-General
The Guidance and Counselling Association of Ghana (GCAG) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Professor Ernest Kofi Davis on his recent appointment as the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES). In a statement issued by the Association, the leadership expressed confidence in Prof. Davis’s ability to bring transformative change to the educational landscape of Ghana, particularly in the area of guidance and counselling.
“The Guidance and Counselling Association of Ghana stands ready to collaborate with Professor Davis and the Ghana Education Service,” the Association stated, highlighting its commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at revitalizing guidance and counselling services across the country’s schools.
According to GCAG, robust guidance and counselling structures are vital to nurturing resilient, well-rounded individuals who are equipped to meet the demands of the 21st Century. “We are committed to supporting initiatives that will revamp guidance and counselling across Ghana’s educational institutions, ensuring that our students receive the holistic support necessary for academic, career, social and personal growth,” the statement added.
Reflecting on Prof. Davis’s track record, the Association commended his proactive promotion of guidance and counselling services during his tenure as Provost of the College of Education Studies at the University of Cape Coast. His leadership, the Association recalled, elevated guidance and counselling not only as a field of study but also as an integral support service within the academic environment.
“We have no doubt in our minds that you would pay special attention to guidance and counselling as a service,” GCAG noted, expressing optimism that under his leadership, pre-tertiary education in Ghana will benefit from a more holistic and student-centered approach.
“Once again, congratulations to Professor Ernest Kofi Davis on this well-deserved appointment. We look forward to partnering with him to drive transformative changes in guidance and counselling in the pre-tertiary sector of Ghana,” the statement concluded.
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A Lifelong Dedication to Education
Professor Ernest Kofi Davis’s journey in education is marked by excellence, dedication, and a passion for transformative leadership. His academic journey began in 1976 at Self-Reliance Kindergarten in Cape Coast and continued through Presbyterian Primary School in Abowinmu, Aboom A.M.E. Zion School, and Mfantsipim School, where he obtained both his “O” and “A” Level certificates.
In 1999, he graduated from the University of Cape Coast with a Bachelor of Education in Mathematics, setting the stage for an illustrious career in academia. His pursuit of advanced education led him to Hiroshima University in Japan, where he earned a master’s degree in Mathematics Education under the prestigious Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) scholarship. He later earned a PhD in Mathematics Education from Monash University in Australia, supported by a scholarship from the Australian Government.
Prof. Davis has risen through the academic ranks from Senior Research Assistant to Professor, publishing over 50 peer-reviewed articles and supervising numerous graduate theses. Notably, he was instrumental in developing the national Bachelor of Education curriculum for teacher preparation in 2018—a contribution that continues to shape the quality of teacher education in Ghana.
As the former Provost of the College of Education Studies at UCC, he has been a key figure in educational reform, championing innovative policies and curriculum development to improve learning outcomes at all levels.
Professor Davis’s wealth of experience, commitment to educational excellence, and visionary leadership make him an ideal candidate to lead the Ghana Education Service into a new era of inclusive, forward-looking education.
His appointment has been met with widespread approval, and stakeholders across the educational sector—such as the Guidance and Counselling Association of Ghana—are eager to collaborate with him to achieve shared goals for the betterment of Ghana’s educational system.
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