In a shocking turn of events, former President John Dramani Mahama has been petitioned by outraged citizens and activist groups alike to sack the embattled University of Ghana lecturer, Professor Ransford Gyampo, following explosive allegations of sexual misconduct in the infamous ‘Sex for Grades’ scandal.
The petition, which has quickly gained traction on social media, accuses the academic of exploiting his position of power to demand sexual favors from students in exchange for academic advantages. With calls for justice growing louder, Mahama is under mounting pressure to take decisive action in order to preserve the integrity of the nation’s educational institutions.
Professor Gyampo, who has vehemently denied the accusations, has been the subject of a nationwide outcry after an undercover investigation by BBC Africa revealed shocking footage of the lecturer allegedly soliciting sex from students. The investigation sent shockwaves through the academic community, with many questioning how such predatory behavior could have gone unchecked for so long.
As the scandal continues to unfold, public outrage is reaching a boiling point, with protesters staging rallies and demanding Gyampo’s immediate removal from the university. Key political figures, activists, and students have joined the chorus of voices calling for accountability.
Mahama, who has previously championed reforms in the education sector, is now facing a critical decision on whether to intervene and take the necessary steps to ensure that such behavior is eradicated from Ghana’s universities.
The call for Professor Gyampo’s sacking has also raised larger questions about the broader issue of sexual harassment in academia, prompting discussions about the need for stronger policies and greater protections for students.
As the pressure builds, all eyes are now on Mahama to determine how he will respond to this growing scandal that has rocked the country’s education system. Will he act swiftly to remove Professor Gyampo, or will the scandal fester without consequence?
Stay tuned as this developing story continues to make waves across Ghana and beyond.
