The management of Ho Technical University (HTU) has denied any knowledge of attempts to change the name of the university to Dr. Ephraim Amu Technical University.

In a press release issued on Tuesday, April 23, the university's leadership stated that they had not received official notice nor participated in any engagement regarding the alleged name change.

“The Vice-Chancellor has neither been invited to nor participated in any meeting or event regarding the renaming of the University”, a release signed by the Registrar of HTU, Dr. Christopher Amehoe, stated.

He confirmed receipt of the letter dated April 20, 2024, addressed to the Vice-Chancellor and signed by the Secretary to the Asogli, expressing concerns about the purported change of name of the University.

The Warlord of the Asogli State, Togbe Adze Lakle Howusu XII, headed a delegation of chiefs and Asogli residents to deliver the letter following a press conference.

“Management has initiated steps to engage with the Asogli Traditional Council to address any concern regarding this matter in the interest of ensuring the peace and progress of Ho Technical University, the Volta Region's premier tertiary institution”, concluded Mr. Amehoe.