KNUST Student Dies After Falling from Off-Campus Hostel

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has announced with deep regret the death of one of its students, Mr. Ransford Amankwah Asomani, a second-year BSc Agribusiness Management student.

Preliminary reports indicate that the incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, 8th February 2026, when Mr. Asomani fell from the second floor of an off-campus hostel in Ayeduase. He was immediately rushed to the KNUST Hospital by his colleagues, with assistance from the KNUST District Police Patrol Team, but was pronounced dead on arrival.

The university confirmed that Mr. Asomani’s parents have been informed and that his body has been deposited at the hospital mortuary pending autopsy.

In a statement, KNUST Management expressed deep sorrow over the loss and extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased and the wider university community.

“The Management of KNUST is deeply saddened by this unfortunate incident and will continue to provide updates as investigations proceed,” the statement said.

The KNUST Police, working alongside the university’s security services, have commenced investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death. The university reiterated its commitment to the safety, security, and well-being of all students and staff.