The University of Cape Coast branch of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG-UCC) does not recognize the unilateral decision by the University’s Council Chair to terminate Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong’s appointment as Vice-Chancellor.
UTAG-UCC has urged the Council Chairman to withdraw the termination letter to avoid further confusion and disruptions at the university.
Prof. Boampong’s four-year term as Vice-Chancellor ended on July 31, 2024, but his appointment was reportedly 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 also called on the University Council to strictly follow legal and statutory regulations governing the university.
They warned that any actions contrary to these frameworks will face resistance to ensure justice and fairness.
