UDS Demands Retraction Over Misidentification of Student in Robbery Report

The University for Development Studies (UDS) has called for the immediate correction of media reports that wrongly linked its MPhil student, Mr. Prosper Kaba, to a recent robbery incident.

In an official statement issued by the Office of the Registrar, the University clarified that Mr. Kaba is not a suspect in the alleged crime but rather a victim who has been mistakenly portrayed in both traditional media and social media reports.

Management expressed deep concern over the circulation of his image alongside narratives suggesting involvement in criminal activity, noting that the development has caused him severe emotional distress, psychological pressure, and reputational harm.

According to the University, preliminary reviews indicate that there were serious lapses in journalistic verification before the publications were made. These include the incorrect association of Mr. Kaba with alleged perpetrators and the apparent omission of the actual suspect in some reports.

UDS further stressed that such inaccuracies undermine ethical journalism and can have lasting consequences on innocent individuals who are wrongly identified in sensitive criminal cases.

The University has therefore strongly urged all affected media organisations, including Joy News and Citi News, to immediately retract the misleading publications, issue a clear and unqualified public apology to Mr. Kaba, and correct the narrative by accurately identifying him as a victim.

It also appealed to media practitioners across the country to uphold the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and responsibility in their reporting, especially in matters involving criminal allegations where reputations and lives are at stake.

Management emphasized that Mr. Kaba deserves dignity, justice, and protection from misinformation, and warned that failure to correct such errors could further damage public trust in journalism.

The statement concluded with a call for swift action from the media houses involved, expressing confidence that the issue will be addressed promptly to restore the student’s image and ensure responsible reporting going forward.