Refused to pay Superannuation to Professors
In a concerning development at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), a longstanding dispute regarding the non-payment of Professor Obodai’s superannuation since 2012 has escalated to legal battles and accusations of contempt of court.
Despite a ruling in favor of Professor Obodai up to the Court of Appeal level, the university has allegedly failed to fulfill its obligations.
The situation took a new turn when the professor sought assistance from the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), only to face continued resistance from the university.
Recently, the University of Cape Coast reportedly filed a stay of execution, triggering further legal proceedings with the university appearing content to contest the case in court.
This has sparked outrage, with observers questioning the university’s treatment of a longstanding contributor who had met the threshold for superannuation after more than 16 years of service, surpassing the 15-year requirement.
Concerns about the university’s adherence to court mandates have been heightened by previous instances of non-compliance.
Just last month, the Cape Coast High Court issued an order for the Vice Chancellor and the University to compensate Ing Yaw Barimah for salary freezing, yet the university allegedly failed to comply within the designated period, prompting further legal action.
Amid mounting legal challenges, a sense of unease looms over the university community, particularly regarding Vice Chancellor Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boapong’s alleged lack of transparency with the university Council regarding legal matters and their outcomes.
As a scheduled court hearing on the extension of the Vice Chancellor’s service approaches on 29th July, 2024, concerns have been raised about the university’s commitment to legal compliance and the implications of potential defiance of court orders.