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KNUST statutes review sparks tensions as some UTAG members threaten strike

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KNUST statutes review sparks tensions as some UTAG members threaten strike

A five-member committee chaired by Professor John Tia Bugri was subsequently constituted to solicit views from stakeholders across the University and prepare revised documents for consideration by the Academic Board.

Sources said the Academic Board met in March 2025 to consider draft versions of the University Act and statutes referred to it by the University Council for comments.

Several members who spoke on condition of anonymity said dissatisfaction had intensified over what they described as inadequate consultation, proposed changes to the selection of senior university officers, and provisions they believe could concentrate greater authority in the office of the Vice-Chancellor.

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