[citation needed] The motto emblazoned around the edge reads: "Adwen, Akoma na Nsa ma mpuntu" literally "The brain (mind), heart, and hands (skills) engender development."
The rich yellow colour encapsulates the wealth that results from the application of the skills and knowledge acquired through the unique education at the Takoradi Polytechnic.
During that period, the institute offered programmes mainly at the Craft and Technician Certificate levels in commercial and technical subjects, awarding the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) and City and Guilds of London, United Kingdom.
These reforms mandated that the polytechnics complement the role of the universities to increase access to tertiary education for the training of middle- and higher-level manpower.
[6] A bill proposed by the Ministry of Education and considered by the Cabinet of Government in 2014 was passed by Parliament as an Act in August 2016 with the assent of the President, converting some polytechnics into full-fledged technical universities.
The TTU team, comprising Solomon Ayissah, David Nana Doffour Mensah, and Jacob Kwabena Amoeku from the Oil and Natural Gas Engineering Department, displayed exceptional skills to claim victory.
The Rector, Reverend Professor Daniel Agyapong Nyarko, was also honored as an Exam Ethics Master Marshal for his efforts in promoting transparency and integrity in examination practices.
[14][15] The event included the unveiling of an official logo, designed by alumnus Prince Asamoah Williams, symbolizing the university’s growth, innovation, and societal impact.
[16] Dr. Dominic Kwesi Eduah, Executive Director of GNPC Foundation and a TTU alumnus, donated a laptop to the best graduating disability student and contributed funds to support the celebrations.
The President of the TTU Alumni Association, Dr. Bruce Amartey, commended the university’s achievements and its role in advancing technical education in Ghana.