Sad Scenes at Funeral of Islamic SHS Head Boy Abass After Tragic Death
- Sad scenes from the funeral of Abass, the Islamic SHS head boy who died after falling from the school’s administration block, have stirred sadness online
- The 17-year-old Business student was transported to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital after his fall, but was pronounced dead on arrival
- Social media users expressed sorrow over the death of Abass, with many offering condolences and praying for his soul to be accepted into Jannah (heaven)
- In an interview with YEN.com.gh, social advocate and Executive Director of Fusaid Global, Fusena Aziz, shared some words of comfort with the grieving students
Sad scenes from the funeral grounds of Islamic SHS head boy, Abass, have emerged online and evoked sorrow among Ghanaians.
Source: TikTok
A form three student of the Islamic Senior High School in Kumasi, Abass passed away after falling from the top floor of the school’s administration block on November 18, 2025.
He was transported to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), where he was pronounced dead.
Described as a brilliant student by friends, Abass was studying Business and was the acting Boys’ Prefect of the school.
According to reports, the deceased was struggling with his mental health in the weeks leading up to the tragedy.
Sad scenes at Abass’ funeral
On November 20, Abass was buried in accordance with Islamic tradition.
In a video seen by YEN.com.gh, distraught classmates and other family members, and friends of the deceased were at the cemetery for his final rites.
Attendees were seen engaging in devout prayers before the deceased was lowered into his grave for his final journey home.
The TikTok video of Abass’ funeral ceremony is below.
Following his death, many friends of the deceased took to social media to mourn him.
Many praised him as a calm and innocent person who never got into any trouble.
Below is a TikTok video paying tribute to the late Abass.
Ghanaians react to Abass’ death
YEN.com.gh compiled some comments reacting to the sad news of the death of Islamic SHS student Abass.
Mz~Ahmedat🦋💞 said:
"May almighty Allah be pleased with his soul and grant him jannatul firdaus😭."
💧SARCUSGUYGUY 💧 wrote:
"This school needs to be sued."
Empress Fiddy commented:
"May Allah forgive your shortcomings 🤲And Janna be all gone souls' destination 🙏🙏."
Fatimah🫶♥️😍 said:
"May Allah be pleased with his soul 😭and grant him a higher rank in jannah 🙏."
Halal Toyyiba wrote:
"All he needs is prayers dear🥺🙏🙏. May Allah be pleased with his humble soul🙏🙏."
Gal-lyk-liya🥰🥰 commented:
"May Allah light your grave and make the questions of the grave easier for you."
BAN⚡️DAW🅾️ said:
"Indeed every soul shall taste death 😭 May the almighty have mercy on us all."
Social advocate speaks on Abass’ funeral
Speaking with YEN.com.gh, social advocate and Executive Director of Fusaid Global, Fusena Aziz, addressed the tragic death of Abass.
“The loss of Abass is painful for everyone who knew him, and it’s okay for students to feel heartbroken or confused. He made a real impact through his kindness and leadership, and those memories will always remain.
“During this difficult time, students should support one another, speak up if they’re struggling, and remember they are not alone. May Allah grant Abass peaceful rest and give the school community strength,” she stated.
Source: TikTok
SHS student dies after battling illness
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Adisadel College student Elijah Kofi Awuah died under heartbreaking circumstances.
The 16-year-old was a second-year student at the prestigious school located in Cape Coast and passed away after a battle with illness.
Several posts announcing the death of the young ‘Santa Clausian’ went viral on Facebook on Friday, September 12, 2025, with many expressing heartbreak over the devastating death and sharing their condolences with his family.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
