Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has issued a rejoinder to address what it describes as misleading reports circulating on social media about an alleged rape and extortion case involving two students.
According to the university’s management, the incident did not take place on the KNUST campus in Kumasi but occurred in the nearby community of Ayeduase.
As a result, the institution clarified that the matter falls outside its internal security jurisdiction.
“The alleged incidents did not occur on the KNUST campus. They took place off campus in the nearby community of Ayeduase and therefore fall outside the jurisdiction of the University’s internal security operations,” the statement clarified.
KNUST also refuted claims that the suspect is affiliated with its security services, explaining that the individual is not employed by the university.
“The suspect is not a member of KNUST’s Security Services. The individual is a private security guard engaged by the Ayeduase Roman Catholic Primary School and has no affiliation whatsoever with the University’s official security system,” it noted.
The university further indicated that the case has been reported to the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) in Oduom, Kumasi, and is currently under investigation.
The suspect remains in police custody, and the case has been taken to court.
“The suspect remains in police custody, and the matter is currently before the court,” the statement said.
KNUST added that support is being provided to the victims, including counselling and medical care.
“The victims have received initial counselling support from DOVVSU. In addition, the University’s Counselling Centre has initiated contact with the victims to offer further psychological and medical support,” it stated.
The university reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its students and urged the public and media to verify information before sharing to prevent the spread of misinformation.
“KNUST remains firmly committed to the safety, welfare, and well-being of its students and will continue to collaborate with relevant authorities to ensure justice is served,” the statement added.
