UTAG-UCC condemns ‘purported’ termination of appointment of Prof. Nyarko Boampong as VC

The University of Cape Coast Branch of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG-UCC) says they do not recognize the ‘unilateral’ decision of the University’s Council Chair to terminate the appointment of Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong as Vice-Chancellor.

They have asked the chairman of the Council to withdraw the termination letter to prevent further confusion and disruptions within the university.

Prof. Boampong’s four-year term as Vice-Chancellor ended on July 31, 2024, but his appointment was purportedly extended by two years.

However, the Council Chair, Professor Harold S. Amonoo-Kuofi, declared the extension null and void, stating that a decision on the extension is yet to be made.

UTAG-UCC stated that the Council contravenes ongoing court proceedings that restrain the Chairman and Council from taking such action.

“The letter from the Council Chair dated 31st July 2024, stating the termination of the Vice-Chancellor’s renewed term, is improper and without merit. The claims that the renewal breaches the University’s Statutes and the Constitution are unfounded.

“The renewal was conducted with full consideration of all legal and statutory requirements. On this basis, the action of the Council Chair is arbitrary, capricious, and devoid of any legal justification. We reject it outrightly.”

UTAG-UCC further asked the University Council to adhere strictly to legal and statutory frameworks governing the university, warning that any actions contrary to these frameworks will be met with resistance to uphold justice and fairness.

Read below the statement