University Community Guide
Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989)
A guide for students, staff, and members of the University of Ghana community on accessing information held by the University.
Our Commitment
The University of Ghana Upholds Your Right to Information.
The University of Ghana is deeply committed to upholding the Right to Information as a fundamental democratic value and a cornerstone of good governance within the academic community. We believe that an informed university community - students, staff, researchers, and the public is essential to the integrity, accountability, and progress of the institution.
In accordance with the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989), and the principles enshrined in the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, the University pledges to:
- Process all requests promptly and in good faith
- Proactively publish information of public interest
- Ensure that no member of the University community is disadvantaged for exercising their right to information
Our Core Principles
Transparency
We proactively share information about our decisions, policies, and use of public resources.
Accountability
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of institutional governance and respond to all requests in good faith.
Accessibility
We ensure that the Right to Information process is accessible to every member of the University community, regardless of background or ability.
Your Right to Information
The Right to Information is a fundamental human right guaranteed by Article 21(1)(f) of the 1992 Constitution. Parliament enacted the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989) to give practical effect to this right enabling every person to access information held by public institutions and relevant private bodies, thereby fostering transparency and accountability in public affairs.
01 Who Can Make a Request?
Any person whether a student, staff member, researcher, or member of the public may apply for information from the University. You are not required to provide a reason for your request, unless you are requesting urgent processing.
Requests may be submitted:
- In writing using the Standard RTI Request Form; or
- Orally, where the applicant is unable to write due to illiteracy or disability.
In such cases, the designated Information Officer will record the request in writing and provide a copy to the applicant for authentication in the presence of a witness.
Applicants must provide:
- Valid contact details
- A form of identification (Driver’s Licence, Passport, National ID, or Voter’s ID)
02 How to Submit Your Request
Step 1: Obtain the Form
Collect the Standard RTI Request Form from the Information Officer or download it from this website.
Step 2: Describe the Information
Provide a clear and sufficient description of the information sought to allow for easy identification.
Step 3: Submit with Valid ID
Submit the completed form together with a copy of your valid identification and contact details.
03 Processing Timelines
Once a request is received, the Information Officer is legally required to communicate a decision within the following timeframes:
14 Days
Standard decision deadline (working days)
48 Hours
Where the information concerns the life or liberty of a person
+7 Days
Extension permitted for voluminous or complex requests
The University of Ghana remains committed to openness, transparency, and accountability in serving its community.