The Governing Council of Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU) has appointed Dr. James Condua Orleans-Lindsay as the university’s first Chancellor, effective October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2029.
Renowned for his entrepreneurial prowess and academic achievements, Dr. Orleans-Lindsay brings a wealth of experience to the role.
As CEO of JL Properties, he has built a diverse business portfolio spanning real estate, agriculture, construction, beverages, security, bakery supplies, aquaculture, and consultancy across Africa and Europe.
Dr. Orleans-Lindsay holds multiple academic degrees from prestigious universities in Ghana, the UK, and beyond. He is also a TEDX speaker and passionate sports enthusiast, holding a CAF Coaching Certificate A.
According to the Directorate of Public Affairs, CCTU, Dr. Orleans-Lindsay’s unique blend of entrepreneurial and academic expertise makes him an ideal fit for the position.
A native of Cape Coast, Dr. Orleans-Lindsay grew up in Koforidua and Accra. He is a devoted Christian and is married to Nana Ama Abrefi Lindsay, with two daughters and two sons.
In his leisure time, Dr. Orleans-Lindsay enjoys reading autobiographies of accomplished individuals and watching documentaries.
The appointment is expected to bolster the university’s growth and development under Dr. Orleans-Lindsay’s visionary leadership.
