One person arrested in connection with the death of a 21-year-old Level 400 KNUST student

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has confirmed that 21-year-old Daniel Tuffuor, a final-year student reportedly in a relationship with the late Miss Joana Deladem Yabani, has been taken into custody for questioning in connection with her untimely

death.

Miss Yabani, also a final-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, was found dead at approximately 5:00 a.m. on February 27, 2025, near the KNUST Disability and Rehabilitation Centre by the KNUST Security Services.

DCOP Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe, the Ashanti Regional Police Commander, met with KNUST management on yesterday and revealed that Tuffuor was captured on campus surveillance cameras, which played a critical role in his apprehension.

“We have identified the suspect through CCTV footage on the KNUST campus, and he is currently assisting us with our investigations,” DCOP Cudjoe stated.

He further announced an intensified 24-hour surveillance operation on the KNUST campus to ensure the safety of students and staff.

“We are stepping up our efforts to maintain security on campus. Our officers will be conducting round-the-clock patrols and monitoring activities,” he added.

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, earlier spoke with the Vice-Chancellor via phone call, assuring her of safety on campus.

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor (Mrs.) Rita Akosua Dickson, on behalf of the university, expressed her appreciation to the IGP, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, for his support and assurances.

“Waking up to such horrible news was truly saddening, and losing a student in this manner is heartbreaking, especially for parents. We are grateful to the IGP for his swift intervention and the measures that have been put in place,” she stated.