This was confirmed by a statement issued by the Management of the KNUST.
In a statement, the KNUST management said it received with deep sadness the news of the death of one of its students, Mr Ransford Amankwah Asomani, a second-year student of the BSc Agribusiness Management programme.
According to preliminary reports, Mr Asomani fell from the second floor of an off-campus hostel in Ayeduase in the early hours of Sunday, the 8th of February 2026.
He was immediately rushed to the KNUST Hospital by his colleagues, with support from the KNUST District Police Patrol Team, but was unfortunately pronounced dead on arrival. His parents have been duly informed, and the body has been deposited at the Hospital Mortuary pending autopsy.
“Management is deeply saddened by this unfortunate incident and extends heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Ransford Amankwah Asomani and the entire University community.
“The KNUST Police, in collaboration with the university security services, has commenced investigations into the incident. Management will provide further updates to the media and the public as soon as all the facts are established. KNUST remains committed to the safety, security, and well-being of all students and staff,” the statement said.
