The President of Ghana, John Mahama, has restated his strong admiration for Lincoln University, even after the institution withdrew its decision to award him an honorary doctorate.
The university is reported to have rescinded the honour just days before the scheduled ceremony, following concerns within its community over the President’s perceived stance on LGBTQ-related issues.
Speaking to members of the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia on Thursday, March 26, President Mahama stressed that the development would not diminish the university’s significance to Ghana’s history.
“Whatever disagreements have arisen, Lincoln University holds a special place in my heart,” he said.
He highlighted the institution’s historical importance, particularly its role in shaping Ghana’s first President, Kwame Nkrumah.
“It is where our first President was nurtured intellectually and grounded in his Pan-Africanist struggle. It remains hallowed ground for Ghanaians,” he stated.
President Mahama further underscored that the longstanding relationship between Ghana and the university would endure beyond the current controversy.
“We cannot separate Lincoln University from Ghana’s story, and we will continue to hold it in the highest regard,” he added.
Source: Wesleyannews.com
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