KNUST Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi

The Management of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has said it “deeply regrets to announce the passing of one of our students in a tragic incident on campus”.

“At approximately 5:00 a.m. on February 27, 2025, the KNUST Security Services received a report of a lifeless body of a female near the KNUST Disability and Rehabilitation Centre. The body was promptly transported to the University Health Services, where she was confirmed dead. The deceased was later identified as Miss Joana Deladem Yabani a fourth-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences,” a February 27, 2025, statement signed by Dr Daniel Norris Bekoe, Deputy Registrar, University Relations Office, explained.

“The University has officially informed her family, and we extend our deepest condolences to them during this difficult time.”

The Kumasi-based institution added, “A comprehensive investigation is underway in collaboration with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), KNUST Internal Security and the University Health Services to determine the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate incident.

“The University Management is fully committed to ensuring that all necessary measures are taken to ascertain the facts.

“We wish to assure the university community and the public of our unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of all students and staff. We urge everyone to stay calm, avoid spreading unverified information, and respect the privacy of the bereaved family during this difficult time.”

“We will provide further updates as the investigation unfolds,” the statement ended.