The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of a fourth-year Biological Sciences student, Joana Deladem Yabani.
Her lifeless body was discovered near the university’s Disability and Rehabilitation Centre at around 5:00 a.m. on February 27, 2025. KNUST Security Services quickly responded to the distress call and transported her to the University Health Services, where medical personnel confirmed her passing.
In a statement, the university expressed deep condolences to her family and assured the community of a thorough investigation. KNUST’s Internal Security is collaborating with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and the University Health Services to determine the circumstances surrounding her death.
“The University has officially informed her family, and we extend our deepest condolences to them during this difficult time,” the statement read.
The university has urged students and staff to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information that could cause panic. They also emphasized their commitment to ensuring campus safety and security.
