The Chiefs of the Asogli State have strongly opposed the government's proposal to rename Ho Technical University after Dr. Ephriam Amu.

The decision, which was first revealed in February 2018, has faced backlash from the Traditional Council due to the perceived lack of consultation with key stakeholders.

In a press conference held on Monday, April 22, 2024, the council expressed profound disappointment with both the government and the university's governing council for proceeding with the renaming without involving major stakeholders, notably the Asogli State Council, the custodians of the land.

The Asogli State Council denounced the decision as regrettable, poorly thought-out, and disrespectful, citing its failure to consider the viewpoints of those directly impacted.

Representing the Asogli State Council, Togbe Adzi Lakle Howusu XII reiterated their staunch opposition to the renaming, stressing that it not only lacks justification but also undermines the university's established identity and heritage.

"Our attention has once again been drawn to the efforts by the authorities of Ho Technical University and the government to rename the institution as Dr. Ephraim Amu Technical Institute.

"The Asogli State Council wishes to reaffirm our vehement opposition to the government's unilateral decision to rename the university without engaging the chiefs and people of Ho.

"The Asogli State Council regards the decision to rename the institution without proper consultation as an unfortunate, misguided, and disrespectful action."