Publication of Examination Malpractice Sanctions — 2024/2025 Academic Year

Koforidua Technical University (KTU) takes the integrity of its academic processes with the utmost seriousness. In accordance with the University’s Examination Regulations and the provisions of its Academic Policy Framework, the Office of the Registrar hereby gives public notice of students found culpable of examination malpractice during the Second Semester Examinations of the 2024/2025 Academic Year.

70 Students Sanctioned

2024/25 Academic Year

Sem. 2 Semester Affected

2026/27 Year of Resumption

All reported cases were subjected to a thorough and impartial investigation by the University’s Examination Malpractice Committee, in strict compliance with established institutional regulations and examination policies. Affected students were formally notified of the outcomes of these investigations and given due opportunity to respond to the charges levelled against them before sanctions were applied.

Sanctions Applied (Uniform Across All Cases)

  1. Cancellation of the examination paper in which the malpractice was committed
  2. Rustication for one (1) full academic year, effective immediately
  3. Mandatory signing of a Bond of Good Behaviour prior to resumption of studies

All sanctioned students are expected to resume academic work at the commencement of the First Semester of the 2026/2027 Academic Year, subject to fulfilment of the conditions stipulated above. Failure to comply with any of these conditions may result in further disciplinary action, up to and including permanent withdrawal from the University.

This publication serves as an official record and a deterrent to any future acts of academic dishonesty within the University community. KTU reaffirms its unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, ethical conduct, and fair assessment for all students and staff. Members of the public and prospective employers are advised to take note.

View List of Sanctioned Students here

 

KTU Staff Participate in Mental Health Awareness Seminar

The seminar, held on Wednesday, 1st April 2026, at the Abba Bentil Andam Theatre, provided a valuable platform for staff to engage in discussions on building resilience and maintaining a healthy and productive work environment.

Key discussions during the session centred on stress management, burnout prevention, substance misuse, and the promotion of healthy lifestyles. Participants were also sensitised on the importance of fostering mutual respect in the workplace and preventing all forms of harassment, including sexual harassment, within the University community.

Facilitators emphasised the need for staff to prioritise their mental well-being and adopt practical strategies for managing work-related pressures. The seminar also highlighted the role of institutions in creating supportive environments that promote psychological safety, inclusivity, and overall staff welfare.

The initiative forms part of the University’s broader commitment to enhancing staff well-being and strengthening a positive institutional culture. By organising such programmes, KTU continues to demonstrate its dedication to creating a supportive and healthy work environment that enables staff to perform effectively and contribute meaningfully to the University’s mission.

The Students of the Departmenet of Management Studies Donate Projectors to KTU

Students of the Department of Management Studies, under the Faculty of Business and Management Studies (FBMS) at Koforidua Technical University (KTU), have donated six (6) projectors to support academic activities within the University.

The donation forms part of the students’ contribution toward enhancing the quality of teaching and learning, particularly in lecture delivery and classroom engagement. The projectors are expected to improve instructional methods by enabling lecturers to deliver more interactive and visually engaging lessons.

Receiving the items on behalf of the University, the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Richard Ohene Asiedu, expressed his sincere appreciation to the students for their thoughtful and generous gesture. He noted that the donation would go a long way in supporting academic work and improving the overall learning experience for both students and faculty members.

Prof. Asiedu further commended the students for demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to the development of the University. He encouraged other student groups and stakeholders to emulate such initiatives that contribute meaningfully to institutional growth.

The gesture reflects the students’ dedication to academic excellence and their willingness to support the University community, reinforcing the collaborative spirit between students and management at Koforidua Technical University.