An individual using a bogus student ID was arrested by University of Ghana security after being influenced by certain people to appear as a stranded student in order to gain media attention.
The person admitted to illegally residing at Commonwealth Hall throughout the previous academic year, according to a statement from the university administration.
In the statement, the man acknowledged that he had been convinced to pose as a stranded student and spend the night in front of Commonwealth Hall in order to attract media attention.
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“It has come to the attention of Management of the University of Ghana that some unscrupulous individuals are influencing students of the University and other persons to pose as stranded former students of Commonwealth Hall.
“One of such persons, being used to attract media attention, was arrested by University Security and has confessed to living in Commonwealth Hall illegally last academic year. He confirmed that he was lured to pose as a stranded student and slept in front of Commonwealth Hall during the night of Monday, January 16, 2023, to gain media attention. He has been handed over to the police for further investigations.”
All former legitimate Commonwealth Hall residents and male students of Mensah Sarbah Hall have been officially assigned rooms at UGEL halls, according to assurances from university administration to students, parents, and the general public.
The statement added that “measures have also been put in place to assist students who have genuine financial difficulty with paying the residential fees in the UGEL Halls. Academic work is proceeding peacefully, and the University assures all students that adequate measures have been put in place to ensure their safety and well-being.
“Students are encouraged to be alert and report to the appropriate authorities, individuals who seek to entice them to disturb the peace on the University campus.
“Any student found to be involved in such acts will face appropriate disciplinary processes. We look forward to a fruitful and productive academic year.”
Source: Citinews
