We will not tolerate any violent behavior – UG Management following Tuesday’s chaos
The management of the University of Ghana (UG), Legon, has warned students against engaging in violent behaviour in response to the University’s decision to relocate continuing students to the UGEL Hall.
In an attempt to enforce an order of the High Court of Accra, some University students gathered at the entrance of Commonwealth Hall, one of the halls from which continuing students were relocated.
Following that, 18 students were arrested and brought before the Accra High Court.
Management issued a statement on February 16 advising the irate students to exercise restraint in their pursuit of resolving their grievances.
Concerning the students’ protest to have Management comply with the High Court order, the University stated that it has been “advised by its lawyers that while the University’s application to stay the injunction order is pending, the High Court’s order of injunction may not be enforced.”
In addition, the Management insisted that, despite the numerous allegations, it is not engaging in any illegal activity and that “it had not implemented a’residential policy decision’ dated October 26, 2022.”
“Students are again reminded that the University Statutes and Student Regulations provide channels for seeking redress and that the University will not countenance any violent conduct. Any student who attempts to disturb the peace on campus will be dealt with by the laws and regulations of the University.
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