Credit: Kekeli K. Blamey
Business mogul Ibrahim Mahama has met with 13-year-old Melchizedek Adio Baafawiise, the youngest student ever admitted to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
The meeting, which took place in Accra, brought together Melchizedek and his parents for a motivational conversation about education, ambition, and the future of science in Ghana.
Melchizedek, a physics prodigy from Bole in the Savannah Region, made headlines after scoring an impressive 5 As and 3 Bs in the WASSCE at just 13 years old, earning him a place at KNUST to study for a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics.
During the meeting, Mr. Ibrahim Mahama commended Melchizedek for his remarkable achievements and offered him an exclusive learning experience aboard one of his private jets. The young scholar was taken into the cockpit, where he got a firsthand look at the technical operations of an aircraft, aligning with his deep interest in physics and aerospace engineering.
Mr. Ibrahim Mahama also pledged full educational funding for Melchizedek to support his studies at KNUST and beyond. The businessman assured the young prodigy and his family that he would cover all tuition, accommodation, and essential academic expenses to ensure he reaches his full potential without financial barriers.
Melchizedek’s parents expressed their gratitude to Mr. Ibrahim Mahama for taking an interest in their son’s academic journey and providing him with a unique opportunity to explore aviation technology up close.
Mr. Ibrahim Mahama encouraged Melchizedek to continue striving for excellence, assuring him of his unwavering support. “Young minds like Melchizedek are the future of Ghana. It is our responsibility to support and nurture them so they can reach their full potential,” he stated.
