The APSU 2002 Year Group has announced key leadership appointments to spearhead preparations towards the 97th Anniversary celebrations of St Augustine’s College.

In a statement issued by the Executive Committee of the group, George Baffour Asare-Afriyie Esq. and Dr Linus Kweku Labik have been appointed as Co-Chairmen of the Anniversary Hosting and BOLT Steering Committee, while Raymond Andoh will serve as Vice Chairman.

The appointments, which took immediate effect, are expected to strengthen the committee as it transitions into the implementation phase of its mandate ahead of the anniversary celebration.

According to the statement, the newly appointed leaders bring extensive professional experience, leadership expertise and a strong commitment to service within the APSU community.

George Baffour Asare-Afriyie, a lawyer, legal academic and international maritime expert, currently serves as Assistant Secretary of APSU USA and is a former APSU Deputy Organiser and Porter. He holds an LL.M. in Maritime Law from Tulane Law School, a Professional Qualifying Certificate from the Ghana School of Law, as well as BA and LL.B. degrees from the University of Ghana.

His professional training also includes certifications from Harvard Law School, the World Maritime University and other international institutions. He is a member of both the Ghana Bar Association and the International Bar Association and has served on the Legal Committee of the International Maritime Organisation. He has also lectured at the University of Ghana School of Law and several international training institutions.

Dr Linus Kweku Labik is an astrophysicist, researcher and lecturer at the Department of Physics of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). His research focuses on planetary formation, particularly the evolution of porosity during dust coagulation through advanced simulation and modelling techniques.

He also provides technical support to the National Hilal Committee under the Office of the National Chief Imam, assisting in the scientific sighting of the crescent moon. Dr Labik additionally serves as Principal Investigator of the AstroXMat Research Lab, where he leads interdisciplinary research in astronomy, space science, materials science and energy.

The statement noted that Dr Labik has served as Convenor of the APSU 2002 Year Group since December 2019, leading preparations towards the hosting of the college’s 97th Anniversary celebrations.

Raymond Andoh, the newly appointed Vice Chairman, is an ICT Engineer with more than 17 years of experience, particularly in the mining sector. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, a Professional Diploma in e-Technology and is a Microsoft Certified Professional.

His qualifications also include certifications in project management, risk management, environmental systems and technical communications.

Beyond his professional career, Andoh has served as the Abakomahene of the Mampongso Divisional Area in the Western Region since 2012 and remains actively involved in community leadership and development.

He is also a member of the Noble Order of the Knights and Ladies of Marshall.

Within the APSU 2002 Year Group, he has previously served as Vice Convener of the national year group, Convener of the Takoradi Branch and Chairman of the Biennial Conference. He was also honoured at the APSU Worldwide 90th Anniversary Awards Night for his contributions to alumni service.

The statement further highlighted the role of Bernard Abaka Acheampong, Secretary to the Planning Committee and an Ex-Officio member of APSU 2002. Acheampong served as founding Convener of the group for ten years and also completed two terms as Secretary.

With a background in Governance and Conflict Resolution, he has been an active member of the National Executive Council of APSU National/Worldwide for 18 years, serving two terms as National Porter and five terms as National Worldwide Assistant Secretary.

The Executive Committee expressed confidence in the ability of the appointees to support the Convenor and work collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure a successful and memorable anniversary celebration.

The statement was signed by Andy Asafu-Adjaye, Secretary of the APSU 2002 Year Group.