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• December 26, 2024
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UPSA Alumnus Files Injunction to Challenge Vice-Chancellor Appointment

The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), finds itself at the center of legal controversy as an alumnus, Rashid Ibrahim, has filed an injunction seeking to halt the investiture of the incoming Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Kweku Mensah Mawutor. The ceremony, originally scheduled for Friday, December 27, now hangs in the balance. Mr. Ibrahim, in his court writ, has raised concerns about the validity of Professor Mawutor’s qualifications and the processes that culminated in his appointment. Specifically, he alleges that Professor Mawutor’s promotion to the rank of Associate Professor was procedurally flawed and lacked the necessary academic rigor. According to Mr. Ibrahim, this alleged irregularity renders the professor ineligible to assume the prestigious office of Vice-Chancellor. Additionally, Mr. Ibrahim has questioned the transparency of the selection process. He claims that it was fundamentally flawed and failed to meet the standards required for such a significant appointment. He argues that these irregularities undermine the integrity of the process, calling for the court to intervene to prevent further damage to the university’s reputation. As part of his legal action, Mr. Ibrahim has requested the court to suspend the investiture ceremony until investigations into the alleged anomalies are completed. He believes proceeding with the event would not only tarnish the university’s leadership but could also set a negative precedent for academic institutions across the country. The case has generated intense debate within the UPSA community and beyond. While some stakeholders, including alumni and students, see the injunction as a necessary step to ensure accountability, others view it as an unwarranted disruption of the university’s governance. The UPSA management has yet to release an official statement regarding the development, leaving uncertainty about whether the investiture will proceed as planned. Meanwhile, legal experts and education observers are closely watching the unfolding situation, as it could have far-reaching implications for leadership appointments within Ghanaian universities. This legal battle comes at a time when public institutions are increasingly being called upon to uphold principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability in their operations. The court’s decision on this matter is expected to set a significant precedent for how disputes involving academic appointments are resolved in Ghana. As the scheduled date for the investiture draws near, all eyes are on the judiciary to provide clarity on whether the ceremony will go forward or be postponed. The outcome will not only impact the immediate future of UPSA’s leadership but may also shape governance practices within the nation’s higher education sector.