This was contained in a press statement copied to the Ghana News Agency, in Accra, on Wednesday, and urged all its members, corporate bodies and other stakeholders  to respect the decision, adding that the Union has duly fulfilled all legal requirements.

The Union is therefore, urging its members, alumni and associates to take note of the change of name, which was adopted at its First Central Committee and Mini Congress held at the Tamale Technical University, in the Northern Region, from December 1- 4, 2016.

The statement said the change of name would enhance its image and ensure a better and positive relationship with its stakeholders.