Popular Ghanaian hiplife musician Maradona Adjei Yeboah, known in showbiz as Guru, has triumphed in a legal battle that sees him re-entering the University of Ghana’s Student Representative Council (SRC) presidential race. After being disqualified earlier in the year due to alleged technicalities in the nomination process, Guru launched an appeal to contest the decision, and on September 19, 2024, the court ruled in his favor, allowing him to rejoin the race.
Guru’s involvement in the SRC election raised eyebrows when he first announced his candidacy. While many associate him with his successful music career, it came as a surprise to the public that Guru was pursuing a degree at the University of Ghana. His decision to run for SRC president was seen as an effort to merge his influence in entertainment with leadership in student governance.
The initial disqualification, which was based on a claimed failure to meet certain requirements, dealt a significant blow to his campaign. However, Guru maintained that the disqualification was unfair, and he quickly sought legal recourse. After months of legal back-and-forth, the court determined that there were no valid grounds for his disqualification, clearing the path for him to resume his campaign.
Guru’s appeal victory has reignited his SRC presidential campaign, and his return to the race is expected to attract significant attention. Known for his energetic personality and large following in the entertainment industry, Guru is leveraging his popularity among students to boost his candidacy. His platform focuses on improving student welfare, enhancing campus infrastructure, and bridging the gap between the student body and university administration.
This win has also brought renewed interest in the upcoming election, with many students viewing Guru’s candidacy as a potential shift in the dynamics of student leadership at the University of Ghana. His blend of entertainment fame and student activism could appeal to a wide range of voters, particularly younger students eager for change.
As the campaign progresses, it remains to be seen how Guru’s celebrity status will influence the election outcome. However, with the court’s decision in his favor, he now stands as one of the key contenders in the race to lead one of Ghana’s most prestigious universities.
This case also highlights the intersection between entertainment and politics in Ghana, as more celebrities are beginning to use their platforms to advocate for political or social change.