Davis Frimpong Manso, a Level 300 student of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), has died under troubling and mysterious circumstances just days after being awarded a prestigious scholarship to the United Kingdom.
The Logistics and Transport student reportedly collapsed at his hostel on UMaT’s Takoradi campus on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. He was rushed to the Tarkwa Municipal Hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead upon arrival.
Poisoning Allegations Surface Amid Investigation
While the official cause of death remains unconfirmed, multiple reports on social media suggest that Davis may have been poisoned. According to eyewitness claims circulating online, he allegedly consumed food that was later believed to be laced with poison — and shared it with his roommate, who has since disappeared.
“A 3rd-year UMaT Logistics and Transport student has been poisoned to death after securing a scholarship to the UK. His roommate was the last person he ate with, and the roommate has since disappeared,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Though unverified, these allegations have generated national concern and heightened calls for a thorough investigation.
Tributes Pour In for the Promising Student
Following news of his death, tributes flooded in across social media platforms. Many expressed sorrow and frustration over the tragic loss of such a bright, ambitious young man.
“Davis Frimpong Manso, a Level 300 Logistics and Transport student of UMaT, has passed on. Our condolences to the family,” one user posted.
Fellow students, friends, and alumni described Davis as intelligent, humble, and hardworking — someone whose future held great promise.
UMaT Cautions Public Against Misinformation
UMaT released an official statement confirming Davis’s death and urged the public to refrain from spreading unsubstantiated claims while investigations are ongoing.
“Let us respect the privacy of the family and allow the appropriate authorities to investigate the matter thoroughly,” the university’s statement read.
Officials emphasized that a post-mortem examination and full police inquiry will determine the exact cause of death.
Police Investigations Underway
The Ghana Police Service has confirmed that it is investigating the circumstances surrounding Davis’s death. The disappearance of the roommate has become a central part of the inquiry, and authorities are working to locate the individual.
Members of the public with any information related to the case have been encouraged to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
Calls for Increased Vigilance on Campus
Davis’s death has reignited broader concerns about safety on university campuses across Ghana. Several student leaders are calling for increased vigilance, particularly regarding food security and personal safety in hostel environments.
There are also appeals for university administrations to strengthen campus security and enhance support systems for students.
A Future Lost, But Not Forgotten
The sudden passing of Davis Frimpong Manso has left a void in the UMaT community and beyond. While investigations continue, the nation mourns a young man whose life and dreams were tragically cut short.
His story serves as a painful reminder of the importance of campus safety and the urgent need for accountability.