Why University of Ghana failed to provide graduands with scroll holders, medallions

• Posted on February 19, 2025February 19, 2025
• by Nana Kwesi Coomson
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The University of Ghana (UG) has firmly refuted claims circulating on social media alleging that the institution collected over GH?11 million in graduation fees without providing medallions and scroll holders to graduands.

In a statement issued by the university’s Public Affairs Directorate on Monday, the institution described the reports as “misleading and inaccurate,” urging the public to rely on official communications for accurate information.

The controversy arose following a publication that claimed that the university had failed to deliver medallions and scroll holders despite collecting substantial graduation fees. 

However, UG clarified that the total amount collected from 15,776 expected graduands was GH?7,888,000, calculated at GH?500 per graduand, and not GHS11 million as reported.

The controversy arose following a publication that claimed that the university had failed to deliver medallions and scroll holders despite collecting substantial graduation fees. 

However, UG clarified that the total amount collected from 15,776 expected graduands was GH?7,888,000, calculated at GH?500 per graduand, and not GHS11 million as reported.

The university also reiterated its dedication to transparency and accountability, urging the media to verify facts before publishing stories that could mislead the public. For further inquiries, the Public Affairs Directorate has encouraged stakeholders to contact them directly via email at pad@ug.edu.gh.

The statement was signed by Dr. Elizier Taiba Ameyaw-Buronyah (Mrs.), Director of the Public Affairs Directorate, who reaffirmed the university’s commitment to its graduands and the broader public.