The University of Ghana has suspended a senior lecturer at the Sociology Department, Dr. Sampson Obed Appiah, for two semesters over allegations of sexual harassment.
In addition, 13 students have been sanctioned for various offenses, including examination malpractice, falsification of university documents, and involvement in sexual harassment-related cases.
According to a statement released by the university, Dr. Appiah’s suspension was due to his violation of Section 10.0 of the Code of Conduct for Academic Staff and Section 10.0 of the University’s Anti-Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy.
As part of his sanctions, Dr. Appiah is required to issue a formal written apology to the complainant.
He is also mandated to undergo a training program on sexual harassment and misconduct, after which he must provide evidence of completion before resuming his duties.
Meanwhile, the 13 students have received varying degrees of disciplinary actions, ranging from suspension to outright dismissal, depending on the severity of their offenses.
The university’s management has urged all students and staff to uphold the institution’s code of conduct, reiterating its commitment to a safe and respectful learning environment for all.
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Below is the full list of the affected individuals:
