The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), has publicly defended its decision to proceed with the swearing-in of its newly appointed Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mawutor Avoke, despite reports of a legal challenge seeking to halt the event.

In a statement responding to inquiries from the Chancellor, Dr. K.K. Sarpong, the UPSA Registrar clarified that the institution had not been formally served with any writ, legal document, or injunction application related to the investiture.

The controversy stems from an alleged suit filed by a party contesting the qualifications of Professor Avoke to assume the role of Vice-Chancellor. Media reports suggested that an interlocutory injunction had been sought to prevent the investiture ceremony.

In response to the Chancellor’s concerns, the Registrar stated: "I must clarify and state unequivocally that the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), has not been formally served with any writ, legal document, or correspondence.

"Consequently, I have not received any application for an interlocutory injunction against the University."

The Registrar further explained that the University’s legal counsel had advised during a Council meeting that media reports about a writ, in the absence of a formal court order, were insufficient to stop the ceremony.

The investiture, which took place in accordance with the UPSA Act 850, saw the Deputy Minister of Education, representing the President, administer the oath of office to Professor Avoke.