The family of the late Joana Yabani has called for the swift legal proceedings after her death
The family of the late Joana Yabani, a final-year Biological Science student at KNUST who was allegedly murdered on campus, has called for the swift continuation of legal proceedings following her death.
In a video shared on X on November 5, 2025, the sisters of the late Joana appealed to the Attorney General, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), and other relevant authorities to ensure that those involved in her death are brought to justice.
They explained that it has been eight months since their sister’s sudden demise, yet despite their constant appearances in court, justice has not been served.
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“We have attended several court hearings after the initial appearance, but constant adjournments have characterised this process. This raises serious concerns. What exactly is happening with our judicial system regarding this case?
“Is there not sufficient evidence to secure a conviction for the accused, Daniel Tuffuor, after nearly a year? A swift resolution is imperative, as justice delayed is justice denied,” she said.
The family also noted that the late Joana Yabani would have celebrated her 22nd birthday on November 5, 2025. They appealed to the IGP and the judges handling her case to ensure that her death does not go in vain.
“Today, November 5, 2025, is supposed to be Joana’s 22nd birthday. Instead of celebrating the future that was stolen, we are mourning our innocent sister.
“We are sending this video as an appeal to the Inspector General of Police, the Attorney General, the judges handling my sister’s case and all concerned authorities. Cases of this nature, the shedding of innocent blood and the cutting short of a bright future, must be treated with the utmost urgency.”
Background
The case involves 21-year-old final-year student Joana Yabani and Daniel Tuffuor, who stands accused of murdering his girlfriend. The case was last adjourned to September 15, 2025.
Police investigations revealed that the deceased and the suspect were in a romantic relationship.
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Tuffuor was arrested on Thursday, February 27, 2025, after Joana’s lifeless body was discovered on campus earlier that morning. The university’s security service, upon being alerted to the incident, promptly reported it to the police.
CCTV footage reportedly captured a man, believed to be Tuffuor, strangling Joana to death following an altercation.
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The sisters of Joana Yabani, the KNUST Biological Sciences student who was allegedly murdered on campus in February this year, are appealing to the Inspector General of Police, the Attorney General, the judges handling the case, and all relevant authorities to expedite the legal… pic.twitter.com/Tu1AgcXpE3
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