A student of the Ghana School of Law has died after suffering a medical emergency during lectures, prompting calls for a review of emergency response systems on campus.
The Students’ Representative Council (SRC) confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Monday, March 23, indicating that the student collapsed during an academic session on Saturday, March 21.
According to the SRC, colleagues immediately intervened and rushed the student to the Ridge Hospital, where he was pronounced dead despite efforts by both students and medical personnel to save his life.
“The SRC has confirmed that the incident occurred during academic activities… our now deceased was assisted by colleagues and transported to the Ridge Hospital, where he unfortunately passed despite efforts made,” the statement said.
The Council described the incident as a devastating loss to the school community and extended condolences to the bereaved family, friends and fellow students.
It also acknowledged steps taken by the school’s management to offer counselling and psychological support to students affected by the incident.
However, the SRC raised concerns over reports that the institution’s clinic may not have been accessible at the time the emergency occurred, describing the situation as troubling.
“The SRC notes with concern reports that the School Clinic was not accessible at the time emergency care was needed. While these reports are yet to be fully established, they raise serious issues regarding student welfare and emergency response systems on campus,” the statement added.
The Council said it had requested an urgent meeting with management to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and to advocate reforms aimed at strengthening student health and safety.
Among the measures being proposed are improved access to on-campus medical care, clearer emergency response protocols and increased investment in health infrastructure.
“The safety, health, and well-being of students remain our utmost priority,” the SRC stressed.
