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General News of Sunday, 1 September 2024

    

Source: starrfm.com.gh

Visually impaired PhD applicant sues KNUST; demands GHc1m for discrimination

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Isaac Anin Baah, a visually impaired PhD applicant, is suing Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) for discrimination.

His admission was revoked twice despite his strong performance in a previous Master's program at the same university.

Isaac's lawyers sent multiple letters seeking explanations, but KNUST didn't respond.

He lost a scholarship due to the revocation and is seeking GHS 1 million in compensation.

The lawsuit cites breaches of disability rights and challenges KNUST's commitment to inclusive education. Isaac wants the court to intervene and ensure fair treatment.

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