Jobless UG Graduate Who Holds MPhil From Norwegian Uni Speaks: "I Need A Job With A Better Salary"
- A Ghanaian man has recently been in the news following claims that he is jobless despite holding a first-class degree from the University of Ghana and an MPhil from a Norwegian University
- There were reports that his claim of being unemployed was false, as he was working with the Electoral Commission
- He has provided clarification on the various reports making rounds on social media, particularly Facebook
A University of Ghana graduate with an MPhil degree from a Norwegian university has recently been the subject of widespread discussion following reports that he was unemployed and desperately needed a job.
The man, identified as Salifu Issifu, posted on social media that he had been jobless for years and needed a job.
Source: Facebook
His remarks sparked much controversy, as some Ghanaians in the comment section stated that his claim was false.
According to the netizens, the man is a civil servant who has been employed by the Electoral Commission. YEN.com.gh has conducted further investigations and confirmed that the man is currently employed by the Electoral Commission of Ghana.
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However, he expressed dissatisfaction with his current job, stating that it does not meet his expectations and career growth.
My take home does not take me home - Salifu says
Speaking to YEN.com.gh, Salifu noted that his salary is insufficient to support his needs and those of his family.
"I am currently engaged by the EC as a secretary in North East regional office. My take home can't take me home, so, I have been looking for a job since 2020 . I have gone to the various personalities across the political divide searching for employment but, I have not gotten the right response."
He also clarified reports about a scholarship the vice president's office offered him to pursue a PhD program.
"I started the PhD program in 2020 and got a GETFUND scholarship which cover only my tuition fees. I was struggling for feeding on campus, no accommodation fees, books, etc. My job too is not paying much so, I decided to deferred the program to gather money to continue, but, since I am struggling to find my feet."
"I made a plea that if I could have gotten GNPC scholarship which cover stipends, feeding, accommodation and research allowance, I can comfortable manage my program but I haven't. I am not blaming anyone for my situation, but, I am looking everywhere for a better employment to help myself."
University Of Ghana graduate with MPhil from Norwegian University begs for job
In an earlier publication, YEN.com.gh reported that a Ghanaian man who completed the University of Ghana in 2013 had used social media to appeal for a job.
According to the man who holds first-class honours in Geography and Resource Development (major), he has remained jobless for years despite securing an MPhil at a Norwegian University.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
