Accra, Ghana — Professor Patience Aseweh Abor has made history as the first female full professor at the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), marking a significant milestone in the school’s academic journey.
Prof. Abor, a distinguished scholar in health and management sciences, joined the University of Ghana as a Graduate Assistant in 2007. She rose through the ranks, becoming Associate Professor in 2021, and now earns the esteemed title of full professor — a testament to her extensive contributions to teaching, research, mentorship, and university administration.
But her story goes beyond the academic realm.
Known in artistic circles as Wegeiwor, Prof. Abor is also a celebrated musician, actress, and social advocate, using creative expression to inspire, empower, and educate. Drawing from her Upper East roots, her music blends gospel with traditional Ghanaian rhythms, often exploring themes of identity, womanhood, healing, and cultural pride. Her soulful voice and messages of hope have earned her a loyal fan base across generations.
Her artistry extends to acting, with appearances in stage and screen productions — notably with Sparrow Productions — that spotlight societal issues including gender, family, and communal challenges.
A Life of Impact Beyond the Stage
Prof. Abor is the founder of the ExGlo Foundation (www.exglo.org), a non-profit dedicated to promoting education and health in underserved communities. Through ExGlo, she has positively impacted thousands of children and adolescents by providing them with school supplies, mentorship, health outreach, and empowerment programs.
Despite her intensive academic workload, which includes PhD supervision and international research collaborations, she continues to lead wellness seminars, give motivational talks, and perform on both rural and urban platforms.
“People ask me how I manage it all. The truth is, I don’t see my roles as separate. Whether I am in the lecture hall or on stage, I am teaching, healing, and leading,” she shared in a recent conversation.
Currently serving as a visiting professor in both the UK and the USA, Professor Abor’s influence extends across global academic and cultural circles. Her advocacy for holistic wellness — encompassing mental, emotional, educational, and spiritual development — makes her a rare blend of intellect and heart.
To many, the name Wegeiwor is more than an artistic pseudonym — it’s a powerful symbol of resilience, purpose, and compassion.
