Cape coast: The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has ordered a full-scale investigation into the death of a University of Cape Coast (UCC) student whose body was reportedly found at a beach in Cape Coast. The student, identified as Innocentia Avinu, was a Level 200 student of the university.
According to Ghana Web, the Ministry of Education issued a statement on June 14, 2026, indicating that the minister had directed the management of UCC to collaborate closely with the Ghana Police Service to establish the circumstances surrounding her death. The statement emphasized the need for a thorough investigation, highlighting the importance of cooperation between the university and the police.
The statement expressed the ministry's "deep sadness" upon receiving reports of the student's death and extended condolences to the bereaved family, friends, and the university community. Haruna Iddrisu conveyed sympathy to those affected by the loss and acknowledged the difficult period they are enduring.
The ministry also appealed to the public to allow the investigative process to proceed without interference, emphasizing the importance of determining the factors that led to the student's death. The call for public cooperation underscores the seriousness with which the authorities are treating the investigation.