Haruna Iddrisu calls for urgent probe into UCC student death

The Ministry of Education has called for an urgent investigation into the death of University of Cape Coast Level 200 student Innocentia Avinu, whose body was found at a beach in Cape Coast under unclear circumstances.

In an official statement released on June 14, 2026, and signed by the Press Secretary to the Minister for Education, Hasmin Mohammed expressed deep sadness over the incident.

He stated that the Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed a full investigation into the matter.

“The 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 noted.

The Ministry described the incident as tragic and stressed the need to establish the exact cause and circumstances surrounding the student’s death.

It further appealed to the public to remain calm and allow security agencies to carry out their work without interference.

According to reports, Innocentia Avinu was last seen a few days before she was reported missing. When efforts by relatives and friends to reach her proved unsuccessful, they raised the alarm and began searching for her. Appeals for information were also shared in an attempt to locate her.

The discovery has left family members, friends, and the university community heartbroken. Many had hoped she would be found safe after concerns grew over her sudden disappearance.

The search took a tragic turn when a female body was found on a beach in Cape Coast. Police officers responded to the scene and transported the body to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital mortuary for preservation and identification.

Following investigations and identification procedures, the body was confirmed to be that of Innocentia Avinu.

The confirmation brought sadness to many who had been praying and hoping for her safe return.

Police have since begun investigations to determine what led to her death.

News of her death has spread quickly across the UCC campus, with students expressing shock and sorrow. Many have taken to social media to mourn her passing and offer condolences to her family.

The tragic incident has also raised concerns about the safety of students and the need for greater awareness and protection within university communities.