University Student Dies

…After Fire Ritual Incident

A level-300 Mathematics student of the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) at Asante Mampong, in the Ashanti Region, has died after he suffered serious burns, following a fire display during a hall-week procession.

Management of the university, who confirmed the death of the student, said the deceased student, Prosper Owusu, was among some students of the Opoku Ware II Hall, who were allegedly performing some activities in the hall.

The incident, The Anchor gathered, occurred on Friday, August 25, 2023, when he was severely injured as a result of the fire and was rushed to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) for medical attention, but he died later on September 1, 2023.

“The issues surrounding the incident at the Hall are being investigated. Management will give further updates,” the university said, in a statement.

The school, formerly known as the University of Education, Winneba – Kumasi Campus, has, meantime, cautioned students to avoid activities that could put them at risk.

The late Prosper Owusu was said to be the “chief priest” of the Opoku Ware Hall at the university and was known for leading traditional rites for the hall.

A video on social media shows Owusu leading rituals by a fire, while being surrounded by his colleagues.

His attire caught fire, but efforts to extinguish the flames were unsuccessful.

Below Is Published, A Statement Issued By Management Of The University:

Mr. Prosper Owusu, a third-year Mathematics Student of the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), was among some students of the Opoku Ware II Hall, who were allegedly performing some activities in the Hall, on Friday, August 25, 2023.

Prosper got injured and was sent to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) immediately for medical attention. He was reported dead on September 1, 2023.

The issues surrounding the incident at the Hall are being investigated. Management will give further updates.

Meanwhile, students have been cautioned to avoid activities that predispose them to risks and other dire consequences.

The University extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, students, and friends of the late Prosper Owusu.

May his soul rest in peace.

Thank you.

Source: http://Anchorghana.com