The University of Ghana (UG), Legon, has distanced itself from a circulating statement that casts doubt on the academic credentials of Malik Basintale, Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA).
According to a reliable source within the Office of the Registrar who requested anonymity, the letter making rounds on social media was not issued by the university.
The controversial letter, titled “RE: REQUEST FOR VERIFICATION OF DEGREE – MALIK BASINTALE”, claims that although Mr. Basintale gained admission to the university in 2014, records do not confirm that he completed his programme or was awarded a degree.
“However, Mr. Basintale has not fulfilled all academic requirements necessary for graduation and, as such, has not been officially awarded a degree by the University of Ghana,” the purported letter stated.
It further added, “We hope this clarification is helpful for your due diligence processes. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you require any further information or assistance.”
One Odartei Lamptey also sent an email to the Office of the Registrar demanding authentication of the said letter.
The Office in response wrote: “I acknowledge receipt of your enquiry on the circulating letter regarding Mr. Malik Basintale’s Degree Certificate. The said letter is a forgery, and the University will issue a statement on the matter shortly.”
@gyaigyimii @_sneakernyame @malik_basintale
I personally reached out to the Registrar of the University of Ghana via email regarding a document circulating online that claims Mr. Malik Basintale is not a graduate of the University. Below is the official response. pic.twitter.com/P6NeAkPW09
— ODARTEI LAMPTEY (@laamptey) June 2, 2025
The statement has triggered a flurry of reactions across the X platform (formerly Twitter), with users demanding confirmation and clarification from the university and from Mr. Basintale himself.
When questioned by a journalist, the YEA boss reportedly avoided giving a direct answer regarding the legitimacy of his academic record.
Meanwhile, the source at the Registrar’s Office disclosed that UG’s management is preparing an official statement to discredit the letter and clarify the university’s position on the matter in the coming hours.
