The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has issued a directive to Dr Joseph Obeng, President of the Ghana Traders Union Association, instructing him to immediately cease using the "Dr" title in his name.
According to GTEC, there is no record of awarding Obeng the academic title, and he must refrain from using it to avoid possible sanctions.
In a statement copied to GhanaWeb, GTEC emphasised that falsely claiming academic credentials is unethical and violates the rules and regulations of Ghana's education system.
The institution further stressed the importance of preserving academic integrity, urging individuals to respect professional and educational titles to maintain credibility within the country's academic and professional landscape. "The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission has noted your continuous use of the title 'doctor', i.e., Dr.
