MP Ernest Norgbey Earns PhD From KNUST

Ernest Henry Norgbey, the Member of Parliament for Ashaiman in the Greater Accra Region, has earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business and Management with a focus on Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

The graduation ceremony took place on Saturday, June 28, 2025, during the university’s 58th Special Congregation. Norgbey, currently serving his third term in Parliament and Chairing the Youth and Sports Committee, also holds two Master’s degrees—one from the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping and Training Centre and another from Coventry University in the UK. He is an active member of several key parliamentary committees, including Defence and Interior, Security and Intelligence, and Finance. Before entering politics, he worked as a procurement officer at NADMO.

Following the ceremony, Norgbey encouraged the youth in his constituency to pursue education despite financial hardships.

“I want to urge my constituents, especially the youth, not to let poverty be a barrier to education—it’s the foundation of progress,” he stated.

Norgbey noted that his PhD would enhance his parliamentary oversight, particularly in procurement—a sector he identified as a major source of corruption in Ghana.

“An estimated 80 to 90 percent of corrupt activities are linked to procurement. It’s a serious challenge that holds back national development,” he emphasized.

He believes his academic specialization equips him to more effectively scrutinize procurement practices and contribute to the fight against corruption.

“My expertise in procurement will sharpen my approach and help me play a stronger role in combating corruption in this country,” he added.

Norgbey underscored the need for reforms in public procurement systems, stating that addressing corruption in this area is critical for Ghana’s progress.