KNUST Student's Emotional Plea Leads to Election Victory After Previous Loss

ACCRA, GHANA – A student politician at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has garnered significant attention after a video circulated showing him kneeling and crying before his peers, appealing for their votes. The student, who had previously failed in his bid for the same portfolio, made an emotional public display in a central university area, observed by numerous students from surrounding balconies.According to the video's author, the student's dramatic plea was part of his campaign strategy following a prior electoral defeat. This unconventional approach appears to have resonated with the student body, as reports indicate he successfully secured the position in the recent elections. The incident underscores the intense and often personal nature of student politics, where candidates employ various tactics to connect with voters and achieve their objectives. The video concludes with a still image of the student kneeling and a professional portrait, marking his journey from a tearful appeal to electoral success.