Henry Osei Akoto Unveils John Mahama’s Stance on University Renaming: Accuses Akufo-Addo of Political Favoritism

In a recent statement, Henry Osei Akoto sheds light on former President John Mahama’s position regarding the renaming of universities under the Akufo-Addo administration. Akoto, a vocal critic of the current government, has accused President Akufo-Addo of engaging in what he describes as political favoritism by renaming public universities after NPP stalwarts and Ephraim Amu.

Akoto minces no words in his critique, going so far as to label Akufo-Addo a “crook” for allegedly exploiting the naming of these institutions for political gain. According to Akoto, none of the universities in question were built by the NPP, making the renaming exercise a strategic move to associate the ruling party with educational institutions.

Former President John Mahama, through Akoto’s explanation, opposes this practice and sees it as a means to erode the impartiality and non-partisanship that universities are expected to embody. Mahama’s stance, as presented by Akoto, suggests a commitment to reversing the renaming decisions made by the Akufo-Addo administration

The controversy surrounding the renaming of these universities has been a point of contention in Ghana’s political discourse. Critics argue that such actions undermine the integrity of the educational institutions, injecting unnecessary partisanship into their identity.

As the political landscape heats up in the lead-up to elections, issues like the renaming of universities become focal points of debate. Akoto’s strong language and Mahama’s purported opposition add fuel to the ongoing discussion about the intersection of politics and education in Ghana.

Whether this revelation will have a significant impact on the public’s perception of Akufo-Addo’s legacy and Mahama’s potential return to power remains to be seen. However, it is clear that the renaming of universities has become a symbol of the larger ideological battles playing out in the country’s political arena.