The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Innocentia Atsufui Avinu, a Level 200 student of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), whose body was reportedly found at a beach in Cape Coast.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Education, the Minister described the incident as tragic and directed the management of the University of Cape Coast to work closely with the Ghana Police Service to investigate the circumstances surrounding the student’s death.
“The Ministry of Education has received with deep sadness reports of the death of Ms. Innocentia Avinu, a Level 200 student at the University of Cape Coast, at a beach in Cape Coast,” the statement said.
According to the Ministry, the Education Minister has instructed university authorities to cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation.
“Honourable Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the authorities of the University of Cape Coast to collaborate closely with the Ghana Police Service to commence a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the student’s death,” the statement added.
The Ministry also extended its condolences to the family of the deceased, her friends, and the wider University of Cape Coast community.
“The Ministry extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, friends, and the University community, and urges the public to allow the investigative process to proceed unhindered,” the statement noted.
The circumstances leading to Ms. Avinu’s death remain unclear, and authorities are expected to provide further details as investigations progress.
The statement was signed by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister for Education.
Missing 20-year-old UCC student Innocentia Avinu found dead on the beach
