A fake Commonwealth hall student seeking media attention was arrested
University of Ghana security has arrested a man with a fake student ID who was influenced by some people to pose as a stranded student for media attention.
University management in a statement said the individual admitted to living in Commonwealth Hall illegally last academic year.
According to the statement, the individual confirmed that he was drawn as a stranded student and slept in front of the Commonwealth Hall, to gain media attention.
“It has come to the attention of the Management of the University of Ghana that some unscrupulous persons are influencing students of the University and others to become stranded former Commonwealth Hall students.
“One of the men, who used to attract media attention, was arrested by University Security and admitted to living in the Commonwealth Hall illegally in the last academic year. He confirmed that he was tempted to pose as a stranded student and sleep in front of the Commonwealth Hall on Monday night , 16 January 2023, to gain media attention.He has been handed over to the police for further investigation.
The university management assures students, their parents and the general public that all former legal residents of Commonwealth Hall and male students from Mensah Sarbah Hall have been assigned rooms in the UGEL hall.
The statement added that “measures are also being taken to help students who are in financial difficulties by paying housing fees in the UGEL Hall. Academic work continues peacefully, and the University assures all students that adequate measures have been taken to ensure their safety and well-being .
“Students are advised to be vigilant and report to the appropriate authorities, individuals who are trying to disturb the peace on the University campus.
“Any student involved in these actions will face the appropriate disciplinary process. We look forward to a productive and productive academic year.
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