The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) community is celebrating wonderful news as Professor Chris Adomako-Kwakye, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Law, receives a well-deserved promotion to Associate Professor. This achievement marks a beautiful milestone not only for his illustrious career but also represents a moment of pride for the entire KNUST Law Faculty.

Professor Adomako-Kwakye's journey is truly inspiring. With nearly three decades of combined experience in legal practice and academia, he embodies the spirit of dedication and lifelong learning. His promotion comes on the heels of another heartwarming recognition—being celebrated as the Law Platform's "Star of the Month" for December last year, an initiative that honors outstanding legal minds making a difference in their field.

What makes Professor Adomako-Kwakye's story particularly uplifting is his multifaceted impact on legal education in Ghana. As Managing Partner of Adom Law Consulting, he has successfully balanced practical legal work with academic excellence, bringing real-world expertise into the classroom. His specialized knowledge in Commercial Law and Natural Resources Law has enriched countless students' educational experiences over two decades.

His scholarly contributions shine brightly in areas critical to Ghana's development, including the nation's oil and gas sector, commercial law, and natural resource management. The breadth of his research demonstrates a deep commitment to addressing issues that directly impact Ghana's economic future and prosperity.

Professor Adomako-Kwakye's excellence has been recognized internationally. In 2011, he received the prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to Boston University in Massachusetts, USA—a testament to the global significance of his work. His academic journey began with equal promise, earning him the Ghana Bar Association Meritorious Award in 1993 for outstanding academic performance, setting the tone for a career marked by consistent achievement.

Beyond his impressive research portfolio, Professor Adomako-Kwakye has played a pivotal role in mentoring the next generation of legal scholars. He co-supervised the doctoral thesis of one of the pioneer PhD graduates from KNUST's Faculty of Law, helping to establish the foundation for advanced legal education at the institution.

His leadership extends throughout the institution, having served multiple terms as Head of the Commercial Law Department and Examinations Officer at KNUST's Faculty of Law. He has also contributed his expertise as Chairman of the Appeals Board at Kumasi Technical University, demonstrating his commitment to educational excellence across institutions.

This promotion represents more than individual achievement—it reflects the growing strength and reputation of KNUST's Law Faculty and Ghana's legal education sector as a whole. Professor Adomako-Kwakye's success story inspires students and colleagues alike, showing that dedication, hard work, and a genuine passion for education can lead to remarkable accomplishments.

As he continues his journey as Acting Dean and now Associate Professor, the future looks bright for both Professor Adomako-Kwakye and the countless students who will benefit from his wisdom, experience, and unwavering commitment to excellence in legal education.