President John Dramani Mahama has said Lincoln University remains deeply respected despite its decision to withdraw an honorary doctorate that was to be conferred on him.
The university recently cancelled plans to award the degree just days before the scheduled ceremony, following concerns within the university community over Mahama’s perceived stance on LGBTQ issues.
Speaking during an engagement with the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia on Thursday, March 26, 2026, Mahama emphasised the long-standing historical ties between Ghana and the institution.
“Whatever disagreements have arisen, for me, Lincoln University holds a special place in my heart. It is where our first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, was nurtured intellectually and shaped in his Pan-Africanist struggle. It remains hallowed ground for Ghanaians and an integral part of our history,” he said.
He added that the relationship between Ghana and the university would endure despite the controversy.
“We cannot separate Lincoln University from the story of Ghana, and we will continue to hold the institution in the highest esteem,” he said.