The Chiefs of the Asogli State have expressed strong opposition to the government’s plan to rename Ho Technical University after Dr. Ephriam Amu.

The decision, initially revealed in February 2018, has received criticism from the Traditional Council for its failure to consult essential stakeholders. During a press conference on Monday, April 22, 2024, the council expressed deep disappointment with both the government and the university’s governing council for proceeding with the renaming without engaging major stakeholders, including the Asogli State Council, the land’s custodians.

The Asogli State Council described the decision as regrettable, ill-conceived, and disrespectful, as it overlooked the perspectives of those directly affected.

Togbe Adzi Lakle Howusu XII, speaking on behalf of the Asogli State Council, reaffirmed their firm objection to the renaming, stressing that it lacks justification and overlooks the university’s heritage and identity.

“Our attention has once again been drawn to attempts by authorities of the Ho Technical University and the government to rename the institute to Dr. Ephraim Amu Technical Institute. The Asogli State Council wishes to reaffirm our strong opposition to the government’s decision to rename the university without consulting the chiefs and people of Ho.

“The Asogli State Council views the decision to rename the institution without due consultation as an unfortunate, misplaced and disrespectful decision.”