Business mogul and philanthropist Mr. Ibrahim Mahama has promised to cover all tuition, accommodation, and essential academic expenses for the young Physicist and prodigy, Melchizedek Adio Baafawiise.
13-year-old Melchizedek is the youngest student ever admitted to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
These commitments were made during a meeting in Accra on Monday, February 3, with Melchizedek and his parents.
During the meeting, Mr. Mahama, a strong advocate for youth empowerment and academic excellence, commended the young physics prodigy for his remarkable achievements.
Melchizedek, who hails 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.
As part of an effort to nurture his passion for science and mining engineering, Mr. Ibrahim Mahama offered Melchizedek an exclusive learning experience aboard one of his private jets.
The young scholar was taken into the cockpit whilst being flown back to Kumasi enroute to campus, where he got a firsthand look at the technical operations of an aircraft, aligning with his deep interest in physics and aerospace engineering.
Melchizedek, who initially aspired to become a pilot before shifting his focus to physics, was visibly excited about the opportunity.
“This experience reinforces my belief that understanding the principles of physics can open doors to many fields, including aerospace engineering,” he said after the cockpit tour.
Beyond offering mentorship, Ibrahim Mahama also pledged full educational funding for Melchizedek to support his studies at KNUST and beyond.
Melchizedek’s parents expressed their gratitude to Mr. Ibrahim Mahama for taking an interest in their son’s academic journey, providing him with a unique opportunity to explore aviation technology up close, and securing his future with financial assistance.
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.
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