KNUST Confirms Death of Second-Year Student After Fall From Hostel
By
Esther Owusua
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has confirmed the death of a second-year student following an incident that occurred over the weekend.
The deceased, identified as Ransford Amankwah Asomani, was a student of the BSc Agribusiness Management programme.
According to a statement issued by the University on February 9, 2026, Mr. Asomani fell from the second floor of an off-campus hostel at Ayeduase in the early hours of Sunday, February 8, 2026. He was rushed to the KNUST Hospital by his colleagues with support from the KNUST District Police Patrol Team, but was pronounced dead on arrival.
The University said the family of the deceased has been informed, while the body has been deposited at the hospital mortuary pending autopsy.
Management of KNUST expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to the bereaved family and the University community.
Investigations have since been launched by the KNUST Police in collaboration with University security services to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The University assured the public that further updates will be provided as investigations progress.
KNUST reiterated its commitment to the safety and well-being of students and staff.