University of Ghana Takes Bold Step to Guide 2025 Applicants
- The University of Ghana has rolled out a new initiative designed to ease the burden of paperwork and admission-related struggles for newly admited student
- The Active Operating Help Desk has been introduced to curb the growing issue of individuals charging desperate admitted applicants for assistance
- Early reactions show strong approval, as many believe the initiative will make the admission process more convenient, clearer, and far more transparent
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The University of Ghana, in a major step toward supporting admitted students, has set up a dedicated team to assist those facing admission challenges.
Source: UGC
In a TikTok video posted by @KingShacky on Thursday, December 11, 2025, the content creator, known for sharing helpful guidance on university admissions, explained that the team is fully equipped to assist admitted applicants.
They are ready to address any concerns or questions regarding the admission process.
According to the video, the Help Desk is stationed at the University of Ghana Sports Complex, where staff members focus solely on assisting individuals with no fee.
“Anyone facing admission-related difficulties, there is good news,” he announced.
“The University of Ghana has opened an active operating help desk at the Sports Complex.”
He further explained that the desk operates from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays, and is also available on weekends from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This extended schedule is meant to create more access for applicants who may not be able to visit during regular working hours.
“Please do not pay money to anyone for admission guidance or any form of assistance. Just walk straight in and ask for help from the official Help Desk,” he cautioned.
Watch the TikTok video below.
Reactions to UG’s admission help desk
Since the announcement surfaced online, the development has attracted massive attention. Many users have expressed relief, while others shared personal experiences and concerns.
YEN.com.gh has gathered a few of the notable reactions:
𝒥oshua.a✰✨ commented:
“Someone texted me to pay 20k for admission into Medicine. I just showed him my results and Legon picking me for Medicine—he blocked me.”
Adoma 🖤 asked:
“Can’t you send them an email for those of us who live far away?”
Junior vlog hub✅ wrote:
“Slowww… what about those of us who are not in Accra?”
kayy 😝 wondered:
“What happens to those with withheld results?”
University of Ghana closes 2025 application portal
Meanwhile, the university’s 2025 application portal has officially closed.
The school closed the portal on December 2, 2025, at exactly five in the evening.
Attention has now shifted to admitted applicants as the institution works to ensure their paperwork and other important requirements are properly completed.
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UG takes action against Prof. Gyampo, Dr Domfe
On November 21, 2025, YEN.com.gh reported that the University of Ghana has decided to take action against Prof. Gyampo and Dr Domfe following their clash on TV3.
The university stated that it would investigate the confrontation that occurred during a media engagement on The Key Points, a current affairs programme on TV3.
In a statement, the university explained that the probe would be conducted in accordance with the University of Ghana Statutes (2024) and the Code of Conduct for Academic Senior Members (2011).
Source: YEN.com.gh
