Miss UG candidate agrees to forgo cash prize amid Saga unfolding
The ongoing saga around the Miss UG pageant has taken a new twist as one of the leading candidates agreed to forgo the cash prize amid controversy and legal action over the contest’s outcome. The decision comes after mounting pressure from rival contestants, student groups and a rising public outcry demanding fairness and transparency.
The candidate announced her willingness to relinquish the prize to prevent further escalation and to allow the legal process to address the dispute without added tension. She stated that her priority is fairness and justice for all parties involved rather than personal gain. Many in the student community praised her decision as selfless and mature under difficult circumstances.
In her public statement she emphasised respect for institutional procedures and called on organisers to ensure clarity and accountability moving forward. She added that she hopes the pageant’s future editions will improve governance, fairness in selection and transparent prize distribution.
Student leaders and alumni have welcomed her gesture, describing it as a show of integrity. The controversy had raised questions about the legitimacy of the contest, allegations of mismanagement and lack of proper oversight from the organising committee. Her decision to forgo the cash prize has been received by many as a way to de-escalate tensions and restore confidence in the institution.
Observers say the case highlights broader concerns about management of student events, governance standards on campus, and the pressure that comes with public recognition. They view the candidate’s move as a potential turning point for reform in how pageants and student competitions are organised in Ghana’s tertiary institutions.
As investigations and internal reviews continue the focus is on ensuring that justice is served and that future pageants are conducted with transparency and fairness. For now, the candidate’s decision stands as a gesture toward reconciliation and respect for due process by all stakeholders.
