Ghanaian President's Scholarship for Muslim Students Sparks Debate

Ghanaian President Announces Scholarship for Muslim Students, Sparking Debate Accra, Ghana – President John Dramani Mahama recently announced a new scholarship program designed to support Muslim students in Ghana pursuing advanced studies in medicine, law, ICT, engineering, and social sciences. The announcement, made on June 6th, 2025, has generated both excitement and controversy. "I've instructed the Director-General of the Scholarship Secretariat to develop a support programme for Muslim students who wish to pursue advanced studies," President Mahama stated. However, the initiative has drawn criticism from some quarters. One commentator, whose concerns were captured in a recent TikTok video, questioned the program's focus on a single religious group. "Why do you always have to divide the people because of politics?" the commentator asked, expressing concerns about the potential for exclusion and unfairness. The government has yet to respond to these concerns, but the debate highlights the complexities of balancing religious considerations with equitable resource allocation in a diverse society. The scholarship program itself could potentially benefit many students and contribute to the development of Ghana's human capital, but the controversy underscores the need for transparency and inclusivity in government initiatives.