Ghanaian rapper Darlington Agyekum, popularly known as D-Cryme, has announced that he is contesting for the President position of the Student Representative Council at the Methodist University.
He made the announcement in a social media post on April 7, 2025.
“Dear fellow students, the time for transformational leadership is NOW! Team D-Cryme is here to champion a new era of Transparency, Accountability, and Action. Our mission is clear: to build a campus that supports, protects, and uplifts every student,” he wrote on Facebook.
He enumerated ten pillars his team will be working with if voted into power:
Transparency & Accountability
Academic Support & Resources
Student Welfare & Well-being
Campus Infrastructure & Development
Student Engagement, Governance & Participation
Entertainment & Sports
Campus Safety & Security
Financial Support and Scholarships
Amendments and Review of the Constitution
Mature Student Dialogue Question and Answers
A week ago, when he first declared his intention to run for the position, he wrote: “Our university is more than just a place of learning; it is a thriving community where ideas, dreams, and aspirations come to life. Over the years, I have dedicated myself to making meaningful contributions to this institution. From pioneering the Wall of Fame, which honors outstanding administrators and lecturers, to launching the Digital Screen Initiative, which enhances communication and engagement across campus, my leadership will always be about innovation, inclusivity, and impact.”
He indicated that his vision was for the SRC is bold, dynamic, and driven by the needs of every student.
This will be the third time in the past few years that a Ghanaian musician is contesting for student leadership position. On August 23, 2022, Reggae/Dancehall artiste Samini was sworn in as the President of the Students Representative Council (SRC) of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). Currently, Maradona Adjei Yeboah, also known as Guru, is also the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) President at the University of Ghana.
D-Cryme is known for songs such as ‘Kill Me Shy’, ‘Me Ne Woaa’, ‘Fine Fine Girl’, ‘My Lady’, among others.
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