A formal petition has been submitted to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) seeking a review of the continued engagement of retired police officer Dr. Benjamin Agordzo as a lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA).

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The petitioner, Kojo Otchere, a concerned Ghanaian, has raised objections over Dr. Agordzo’s suitability for his teaching role, citing past professional misconduct and recent public statements allegedly undermining discipline within the Ghana Police Service.

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According to the petition, Dr. Agordzo recently made public comments, aired across national television and social media platforms, which could incite unrest among junior officers against the Inspector-General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare.

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The petitioner described these remarks as inflammatory and a dangerous breach of discipline within a structured security institution like the police service.

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Otchere further argued that Dr. Agordzo’s current role as a leadership lecturer at UPSA makes such statements particularly concerning, as they contradict the principles of mentorship and ethical guidance expected in academic spaces.

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Additionally, the petition revealed that a Right to Information (RTI) request uncovered a history of professional misconduct during Dr. Agordzo’s service in the Ghana Police Service. He was reportedly dismissed following a lawful conviction on six counts of misconduct but was later reinstated under a demoted rank.

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The petitioner contends that this record raises significant concerns about his qualifications to teach leadership and ethics, stressing that public institutions must prioritize discipline and integrity when selecting educators.

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Otchere has called on GTEC to critically assess Dr. Agordzo’s continued employment at UPSA, emphasizing the need for academic mentors to uphold the highest ethical standards in shaping future leaders.

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The petition concludes with an appeal for GTEC to take decisive action to protect the credibility of the nation’s tertiary education system.

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