February 27 has been a sorrowful day at Kwame Nkrumah academic of Science and Technology (KNUST), as the academic community mourns the unfortunate loss of a student.

Miss Joana Deladem Yabani, a fourth-year Biological Sciences student, died unexpectedly, leaving students and staff shocked.

According to an official statement, the university's security services got a report of a lifeless body near the KNUST Disability and Rehabilitation Centre early in the morning.

Security officials responded promptly and transported the body to University Health Services, where medical personnel confirmed the student's death.

The university administration has contacted Joana's family to tell them of the terrible news and has sent its heartfelt sympathies.

KNUST has also assured the public that investigations are underway to ascertain the reason of her death.

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID), KNUST Internal Security, and the University Health Services are collaborating to collect all relevant information.



As the news spread, many Ghanaians rushed to social media to express their grief and sorrow about the situation.

Some expressed concerns about campus security, while others offered their condolences to the departed family.

@KwameBa wrote: "This is really sad. May her soul rest in peace. I hope the school strengthens security to prevent such incidents in the future."

@EsiK said: "Final-year students are already under pressure because of their studies. This is so painful. My thoughts are with her family."

@NanaYao added: "The university must take student safety seriously. A young life has been lost, and it’s heartbreaking."

@Afia commented: "Too many sad news these days. My heart goes out to her family and friends. Rest well, Joana."

While students and Ghanaians mourn this tragic loss, the university has urged everyone to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information.

Management has also reassured the public of their commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.