UG urges students to suspend planned demonstration over accommodation concerns

The University of Ghana has requested that a group of students intending to organize a demonstration put the event on hold due to accommodation concerns. The Dean of Student Affairs, Professor Rosina I. Kyerematen, has been in discussions with the organizers to address their grievances. The university management is committed to resolving students' immediate, medium-term, and long-term needs, with a particular focus on accommodation.

Following the discussions, the organizers were advised to suspend the planned demonstration until further consultations take place. The Dean emphasized the importance of following established university procedures when addressing grievances and urged students to utilize the appropriate channels for resolving disputes. The university is collaborating with various departments, such as the Student Financial Aid Office and the Careers and Counselling Directorate, to enhance student welfare and provide necessary support to those facing difficulties.

The university aims to maintain a peaceful academic environment while ensuring students receive the support required for a positive learning experience.