Daniel Domelevo, the former Auditor-General of Ghana, has leveled scathing criticism against the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat, describing it as a “complete waste” and even “useless” due to its failure to establish clear guidelines for scholarship distributions.
This condemnation follows revelations from an investigation by The Fourth Estate, which uncovered that scholarships intended for financially disadvantaged students were instead being awarded to individuals with political connections, including relatives of high-profile political figures.
The investigation highlighted that scholarships, which should support needy and academically deserving students, were awarded to individuals like Gifty Oware-Mensah, closely associated with political elites, for studies at prestigious institutions abroad.
This misuse of funds not only undermines the integrity of the Scholarship Secretariat but also diverts crucial resources away from the intended beneficiaries.
Domelevo’s criticism stems from a broader concern over the misallocation of public funds and the lack of transparency and accountability in how scholarships are administered.
He pointed out that despite the Secretariat’s sole responsibility for managing scholarships, it has failed to implement a fair and objective process for awarding them, as evidenced by the questionable allocations uncovered.
Speaking to JoyNews on April 8, 2024, Domelevo underscored the significance of judicious discretion in public office, advocating for the adherence to established guidelines to ensure fairness in the scholarship allocation process.
He expressed dismay at the current state of affairs, where, despite the Secretariat’s full-time operation, it has failed to delineate clear eligibility criteria for scholarship recipients, which he believes should be aligned with legal standards and the intended purpose of the scholarships.
Domelevo’s critique highlights a profound dissatisfaction with the governance of scholarship funds in Ghana, signaling a need for systemic reform.
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By calling for the abolition of the Scholarship Secretariat in its current form, he is advocating for a reevaluation of how scholarship funds are managed, aiming to restore integrity and fairness to a system that is vital for the educational advancement of deserving Ghanaian students.
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