Omanghana
The Ghana High Commission in the United Kingdom has announced a mandatory oath-taking and scholarship validation exercise for all Ghanaian students studying in the UK under government sponsorship.
The exercise, directed by the Ghana Scholarships Authority, is intended to strengthen accountability, verify beneficiaries’ academic status and ensure compliance with the conditions attached to government-funded scholarships.
According to the High Commission, the process will begin on Thursday, August 13, 2026, and end on Friday, September 4, 2026. Every government-sponsored Ghanaian student in the UK is required to participate within the specified period.
The directive is reportedly based on Section 31 of the Ghana Scholarships Authority Act, 2025 (Act 1149), and Section 11 of the Oaths Act, 1972. Under these provisions, beneficiaries studying abroad must personally take an oath before an authorized diplomatic officer.
As part of the affirmation, students will pledge to return to Ghana after completing their studies and contribute their knowledge and skills to the country’s development.
Ghana’s High Commissioner to the UK, Sabah Zita Benson, warned that beneficiaries who violate the terms of the oath could be required to refund the full amount spent on their scholarships, together with applicable interest.
Students who fail to complete the oath-taking and validation process may also become ineligible for subsequent scholarship payments or future disbursements.
To improve accessibility, the Education Section of the Ghana High Commission will hold regional sessions at selected locations across the United Kingdom. This arrangement is expected to reduce the need for every student to travel to the High Commission in London.
The announcement comes amid concerns among some UK-based Ghanaian scholarship beneficiaries over delayed government stipends. Affected students have reportedly complained about financial hardship caused by months of outstanding payments and appealed for urgent intervention.
Government-sponsored students have been advised to monitor official communications from the Ghana High Commission for details about regional venues, dates, required documents and appointment procedures.
Source: Omanghana
