UCC Vice Chancellor Prof Boampong’s appointment terminated
The Governing Council of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has officially ended Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong’s tenure as Vice-Chancellor, dismissing an attempted extension of his appointment beyond its initial term.
The Governing Council of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has announced the termination of Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong’s appointment as Vice-Chancellor. Prof. Boampong was appointed to a four-year term in June 2020, which officially began in August 2020. His tenure officially ended on July 31, 2024. Despite an attempt to extend his appointment by two years, the Governing Council has declared this extension null and void.
A notice signed by Prof. Harold S. Amonoo-Kuofi, Chairman of the University’s Governing Council, on July 31, confirmed the termination. The notice clarified that any extension beyond the initial term is not recognized by the Governing Council.
“Please note that the purported renewal/extension of your appointment as Vice-Chancellor at the Council’s meeting on the 28th of July 2023, for a term of two (2) years effective 1st August 2024, is void and consequently same is revoked as it breaches the University’s Statutes on renewal of appointment of the Vice-Chancellor,” an excerpt of the notice read.
The notice also mentioned that while Prof. Boampong’s appointment could potentially be extended, no decision has been made yet. It encouraged him to apply for an extension if he wishes to continue in his position.
“While your appointment may be extended by 2 years at a time up to a maximum of 5 years beyond your retirement age by contract, as provided in Article 199 clause (4) above, there has not yet been any such contractual extension, and such extension is applicable only to your appointment as a member of the University in general, but not applicable to your position as the Vice-Chancellor, since the University’s Statutes has placed a limit on same in Statute 8.2.”
“You may, however, apply to Council for its consideration in line with laid down procedure for the purpose of renewing your term as Vice-Chancellor for a period not exceeding your retirement age and which does not breach the Constitution and the University’s Statutes,” it added.
This decision marks the end of Prof. Boampong’s leadership at UCC, and the university will now look to appoint a new Vice-Chancellor to take over the role.
Source: Ernest K. Arhinful
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