By GhanaNewsPage 
Fake Credentials Scandal: Dr. Tanko Computer’s PhD From Unverified University Raises Eyebrows
Ghana is once again grappling with the issue of questionable academic qualifications in government appointments, following the recent dismissal of Anne Sansa Daly from the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA). Now, attention has turned to Dr. Tanko Computer, the recently appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC).
Appointed in February 2025, Dr. Computer proudly listed a PhD in Public Administration from Kingsnow University in the United States—a claim he initially made on Facebook back in 2016. However, growing concerns have emerged about the legitimacy of this institution.
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Basic checks reveal very limited publicly available information about Kingsnow University. There are no confirmed details on its accreditation, faculty, or institutional partnerships. It does not appear in the lists of accredited institutions recognized by major educational accreditation bodies in the U.S.
The controversy has triggered calls for a broader investigation into the rise of fake universities and unverifiable PhD credentials among public officials in Ghana.
Beyond his role at GIFEC, Dr. Computer holds several key positions within the National Democratic Congress (NDC). He is currently:
- Deputy National Director of Elections and IT
- Head of Recruitment, Training, Examination, and Deployment at the National Elections Directorate
- Regional Director of Elections for the Northern Region
His involvement in both political and administrative leadership makes this situation even more sensitive, with some stakeholders calling for immediate vetting of all academic claims tied to such appointments.
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The growing number of public officials presenting suspicious academic qualifications has sparked national debate. Analysts suggest that:
- Political competition may be fueling the need for inflated resumes.
- Lack of thorough vetting allows individuals to slip through the cracks.
- Prestige-driven culture pushes many to seek titles, even if unearned.
- Proliferation of diploma mills offering fake degrees for a fee, especially online.
Citizens, civil society groups, and educational watchdogs are demanding that government institutions verify the credentials of all appointees. Transparency advocates insist that stringent academic verification should become standard practice, not a reactive measure after scandals erupt.
To maintain public trust and integrity in governance, there is growing pressure on political parties and public institutions to enforce strict academic vetting protocols. The scandal involving Dr. Tanko Computer, following so closely on the heels of Anne Daly’s dismissal, may well be the tipping point that compels long-overdue reforms.
