The suspect in the alleged murder of Joana Yabane, a final-year student at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), has been remanded in prison following his second court appearance.
Upon the suspect’s second court appearance, the honorable court has remanded Daniel Tuffour in prison custody, pending further proceedings. The case has been adjourned to April 1, 2025, allowing sufficient time for the Attorney-General’s office to review the case docket, which has been duly submitted for further advice.¹
Background
Joana Yabane, a final-year student at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), was found unresponsive behind the Central Laboratory on the university’s campus. Following a thorough crime scene investigation, Daniel Tuffour was identified as the prime suspect in connection with her death.²
Procedural Developments
Tuffour initially appeared in court on February 28, 2025, and was subsequently remanded for two weeks. The court’s decision to adjourn the case to April 1, 2025, enables the Attorney-General’s office to provide further guidance on the next steps in the proceedings.
Ongoing Investigations
The investigations into the circumstances surrounding Joana Yabane’s death are ongoing. The authorities have assured the public of their commitment to ensuring justice for the deceased student and her family. As the legal process unfolds, further developments are anticipated, with many awaiting the Attorney-General’s advice on how the case will proceed.
Story by Godfred Sey
@Ahotoronline.com
