Dr. Nuhu ZakariaPresident John Dramani Mahama has dismissed Dr. Nuhu Zakaria from his position as Chief Executive Officer of the National Ambulance Service, a move that has stirred speculation in policy and academic circles.
While no official explanation has been provided for the sudden termination, it comes on the heels of growing scrutiny over Dr. Zakaria’s alleged misuse of an academic title—a matter recently flagged by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC).
Dr. Zakaria was among several public figures named by GTEC in a controversial report for adopting academic titles that, according to the Commission, were not properly earned or verified. The revelations prompted calls for greater accountability among top officials who use misleading credentials in public service.
Though the presidency has not directly linked the dismissal to the GTEC report, the timing has fueled public debate over whether the citation played a decisive role in Dr. Zakaria’s removal.
For now, the National Ambulance Service will await new leadership as the government moves to fill the position. Meanwhile, the controversy surrounding academic credibility in public office continues to simmer, raising broader questions about ethics, transparency, and the standards expected of public servants.
