After 4 Years at Home, SHS Graduate Finally Gets UG Admission — Emotional Video Leaves Ghanaians in Tears
SHS Graduate Finally Secures UG Admission After 4 Years at Home — Joyful Reaction Warms Hearts Online.
A young Ghanaian lady has captured the hearts of thousands online after sharing an emotional celebration moment when she finally gained admission to the University of Ghana (UG) — after staying home for four long years.
Known on TikTok as @_nyamekye.ee, the determined student posted a short, heartfelt video announcing her admission into the Bachelor of Science in Administration programme at the nation’s premier university. The clip, filled with excitement and relief, shows her hanging out with friends, dancing, and later making her first payment as a newly admitted student.
She revealed that after years of waiting, disappointments, and uncertainty, gaining UG admission in 2025/2026 felt like the breakthrough she had been praying for.
Her caption read:
“Answered prayers… blessings in disguise.”
Her story quickly resonated with many young Ghanaians still hoping and praying for their own chance at higher education.
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Comments poured in as users congratulated her for never giving up:
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“Congratulations, I have also received mine.” – Skyglory
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“Welcome to the School of Premium!” – Minister Agnes
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“She is an inspiration… I still have high hopes UG will accept me.” – Yaw Dwarkwaa
Many users said her perseverance had reignited their confidence, especially those who are still waiting for their admission decisions.
University of Ghana Confirms Admissions and Sets Up Support Desk
UG recently issued a public notice announcing that an Admissions Assistance Desk has been activated for the 2025/2026 academic year.
The desk, operating from December 9 to December 23, will help newly admitted students with:
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Admission processes
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Documentation guidance
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Inquiry support
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Fees and registration assistance
This is part of the university’s push to make admissions smoother and more accessible.
UG Announces Approved Residential Fees for 2025/2026
UGEL has also released the updated residential fees for the various diaspora halls, including:
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Jubilee
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Hilla Limann
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Alexander Kwapong
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Jean Nelson Aka
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Elizabeth Sey
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VALCO Hostel
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ISH (International Students Hostel)
These hostels remain some of the top choices for first-year students because of their modern facilities and proximity to major lecture blocks.
READ: KNUST Revokes Thousands of 2025/2026 Admissions After System Glitch
A Story of Hope in a Season of Admissions
@_nyamekye.ee’s emotional celebration comes at a time when thousands of SHS graduates are anxious about their tertiary education future — with some encountering delays, rejections, or financial barriers.
Her journey proves that sometimes, timing delays are not denials.
Her story is now inspiring many other young Ghanaians to stay hopeful, believe in their dreams, and keep pushing until they also receive their own congratulatory message.
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