The management of Ghana Hostels Limited (GHL) has come out strongly against recent comments made by the Acting Rent Commissioner, Mr. Fredrick Opoku, regarding the cost of accommodation at the Pentagon Hostel.
During a recent appearance on Hitz FM, the Commissioner made assertions about pricing structures at the University of Ghana facility that GHL describes as inaccurate and based on a lack of adequate due diligence.
In a media release dated May 13, 2026, the company clarified that while the hostel is a SSNIT investment, all day-to-day operations and pricing decisions are handled independently by GHL.
Management expressed deep concern that the Commissioner’s remarks created a false impression that the institution is “insensitive to the welfare of students and young people”. They emphasized that public commentary on such sensitive matters of national interest must be guided by fairness and factual accuracy.
To set the record straight on actual costs, GHL revealed that standard 4-in-1 rooms at the “Old Pentagon” and “New Pentagon” carry an academic year cost of GHS 7,392.00 and GHS 8,876.00 respectively.
When broken down, this translates to roughly GHS 821.33 and GHS 986.22 per month, figures that notably include water, electricity quotas, and JCR dues. Management noted that these rates are not only competitive but are among the lowest available within the University of Ghana enclave.
Addressing a specific claim regarding a GHS 28,000 price tag, GHL stated that “no such rate appears in the pricing structure of the hostel”. They explained that while there are premium rooms featuring air conditioning and queen-size beds, these represent less than 5% of total capacity and are strictly optional choices for a small number of students.
In contrast, standard rooms make up over 65% of the facility’s housing.
The statement concluded with a firm demand for an “immediate and unqualified apology” from the Acting Rent Commissioner for the unfortunate remarks made on air. Management reaffirmed their commitment to transparency and accountability while insisting that the impression of SSNIT exploiting students is “wholly inaccurate and without basis”.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
