The Ho Technical University’s administration states it lacks knowledge of recent endeavors to rename the institution.
This statement follows strong opposition from the Asogli State Chiefs against a government proposal to rename the university after Dr. Ephriam Amu.
Initially disclosed in February 2018, the decision has faced criticism from the Traditional Council for its lack of consultation with key stakeholders.
On Monday, April 22, 2024, the council expressed deep disappointment with both the government and the university’s governing council for proceeding with the renaming without engaging major stakeholders, notably the Asogli State Council, the custodians of the land.
The Asogli State Council denounced the decision as regrettable, poorly conceived, and disrespectful, as it disregarded the perspectives of those directly affected.
On Tuesday, April 23, the university’s management confirmed receipt of a letter dated April 20, 2024, directed to the Vice-Chancellor and signed by the Secretary to the Asogli State Council on behalf of the Asogli State Council.
The management acknowledged the press conference held by the traditional leaders before they delivered their letter to the University.
However, the management underscored its lack of awareness regarding any recent efforts to rename the University. It clarified that the Vice-Chancellor neither received an invitation to nor participated in any meeting or event related to the renaming of the University.
The management stated that the university has initiated steps to engage with the Asogli Traditional Council to address any concerns regarding this matter, aiming to ensure the peace and progress of Ho Technical University, the leading tertiary institution in the Volta Region.
“is not aware of any recent attempts to rename the University.”
The management added that “The Vice-Chancellor has neither been invited to nor participated in any meeting or event regarding renaming of the University.”