By Ben TC Brooks
The President of the Graduating Class of the African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU), Olive Josephine Robertson, has officially resigned from her position following controversy surrounding her eligibility to graduate due to withheld WASSCE (West African Senior School Certificate Examination) results.
In a heartfelt letter dated October 10, addressed to the AMEU administration and fellow students, Robertson confirmed that she would not be graduating with the Class of 2025, as her academic records remain incomplete. The revelation comes after weeks of speculation and internal discussions among graduating seniors and student leaders.
“For a month and some weeks now, there has been serious commotion amongst students… as to whether I will graduate or not,” Robertson wrote. “Yes, I wouldn’t graduate come November. As such, I definitely have to resign because I don’t have the eligibility to graduate.”
Robertson, who led the 25th Student Government Council and the graduating class, emphasized her decision was based on principle and a desire to uphold integrity in academic processes.
“Pushing my way through forcefully will not only denigrate my character but undermine the greater good of the just society that I seek to build,” she stated. “Most importantly, I respect policy and procedures with my full chest, so I am gladly stepping down without any regret.”
She confirmed that her WASSCE results were withheld, and while alternatives may have existed to enable her graduation, she chose not to take advantage of those routes out of respect for fairness and equity.
“Taking other routes to graduate while other colleagues who diligently waited for this moment like myself were denied… would have only presented me as selfish and self-centered,” Robertson admitted. “So I have to also wait for next year.”
Robertson’s resignation has sparked discussions on campus around leadership, ethics, and the integrity of academic institutions. She encouraged students and faculty to continue upholding values of responsibility and justice, referencing the ethical philosophy of Immanuel Kant and a vision for a Liberia built on accountability.
“I am not stepping down with the belief that I can change how the society is built, but… I must uphold ethical morals,” she said. “We must not walk with impunity thinking we are better than everyone.”
Despite stepping down, Robertson expressed gratitude for her time in office and remained optimistic about her academic journey, declaring her intent to graduate in 2026.
“To the ones who vowed to drag me for a lifetime, do it well and all the best! To the ones who will carry that load of insults and baggage of anger, please ask a colleague to help you,” she wrote, in a tone both candid and reflective.
The AMEU administration has yet to issue an official response regarding the resignation. However, many students have taken to social media to express support and admiration for Robertson’s transparency and leadership.
The AMEU 2025 graduation ceremony is scheduled for November, with preparations already underway.
