A petition has been filed against the KsTU Council, accusing them of mishandling an inquiry into the academic credentials of Prof. Gabriel Dwomoh, the Vice-Chancellor of Kumasi Technical University. The petitioner, Nana Yaw Acheampong, highlights several issues, including procedural errors, a lack of transparency, and a failure to adhere to governance standards. The core of the dispute revolves around the Vice-Chancellor's doctoral degree from an unaccredited institution, which, according to Acheampong, undermines academic integrity and leadership credibility at the university.
In his letter, dated December 19, 2025, Acheampong accuses the University Council of neglecting to formally acknowledge the receipt of his initial petition or engage in direct communication regarding the investigation's progress. He only learned about the investigation's status through a press release issued by the university, which announced the formation of an investigative committee. Acheampong argues that the Council's lack of communication is a breach of administrative courtesy and good governance, especially considering his role as the complaint's initiator.
Another point of contention is the Council's decision to permit the Vice-Chancellor to remain in office during the investigation. Acheampong emphasizes that this approach contrasts with the practices of other reputable universities in Ghana and the Commonwealth, where leaders facing integrity-related inquiries are often asked to step aside to safeguard the institution and the integrity of the process. The petitioner also cites directives from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), noting that some technical universities, such as Takoradi Technical University, have fully complied with these directives, while KsTU's stance raises governance concerns.
Acheampong warns that the Council's actions could lead to a public perception that the Vice-Chancellor is being shielded, potentially damaging staff and student morale and eroding public trust in the university's leadership. As part of his demands, he requests that the Council formally acknowledge his petition, disclose the investigative committee's terms of reference and composition, establish a transparent communication protocol for updates, and require the Vice-Chancellor to temporarily step aside until the investigation is complete.
The letter has been sent to the Minister of Education, the Director-General of GTEC, members of the KsTU Governing Council, and various media outlets. The University Council has yet to publicly address the concerns raised in the petition.
