Lincoln University withdraws Honorary Degree for President Mahama over LGBTQ concerns
John Dramani Mahama had an honorary doctorate degree withdrawn just hours before the scheduled visit on Thursday, March 26, at Lincoln University. The decision reportedly stems from concerns raised by a group at the University regarding President Mahama's perceived position on Ghana's Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, currently before Parliament.
The Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in the United States expressed profound disappointment following Lincoln University's decision. The Embassy said, "It is both surprising and regrettable that such concerns have surfaced at this late stage, particularly with the President already in the United States in anticipation of the visit." The Embassy emphasized that President Mahama's visit was accepted in good faith following an official invitation from an institution with deep historical ties to Ghana, including its association with the country's first President, Kwame Nkrumah. Officials from both sides had conducted a full walkthrough just last week and finalised all logistical and programme arrangements for the visit.
The Embassy reaffirmed its commitment to constructive dialogue and mutual respect, expressing hope that the historic relationship between Ghana and Lincoln University will guide a balanced resolution to the matter.
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The Ghanaian Embassy in the US is unhappy with Lincoln University- after they invited President Mahama for an honorary degree. Concerns were raised regarding the President's perceived stance on a controversial bill before Ghana's Parliament - but why now?
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