A friend of deceased UDS student Sharifa Mohammed has recounted how she allegedly picked up a GH¢100 note by the roadside in Tamale before experiencing dizziness. The cause of her death remains unconfirmed.
By Ferdinand Ellis
Lecturer | Curriculum Specialist | Education Blogger | Researcher | Policy Analyst | UEW CoDEL
Article Information
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Publication | EducateGhana.com |
| Author | Ferdinand Ellis |
| Publication Date | November 11, 2026 |
| Category | Education News |
| Hub | News |
| Article Type | Breaking Education News |
| Primary Topic | Death of a UDS student in Tamale |
| Deceased | Sharifa Mohammed |
| Institution | University for Development Studies (UDS) |
| Location | Tamale, Northern Region |
| Community | Lamashegu |
| Reported Circumstance | Alleged sudden illness after picking up GH¢100 |
| Source | Account attributed to a friend of the deceased |
| Editorial Status | Cause of death not independently established |
Fact Check & Editorial Review
This report is based on an account attributed to a friend of the late Sharifa Mohammed, who was reportedly with her when the incident occurred in Tamale.
The friend reportedly said that Sharifa picked up a GH¢100 note by the roadside and began experiencing dizziness shortly afterwards. She was subsequently rushed to a hospital, where she was reportedly pronounced dead.
EducateGhana has not independently interviewed the friend, obtained hospital records, reviewed a medical report or received an official statement from the Ghana Police Service or the University for Development Studies.
The cause of death remains unconfirmed. No available evidence presented in the account establishes that the money caused her death or that the incident involved any supernatural activity. The reported sequence of events must therefore be distinguished from a medically established cause of death.
Key Takeaways
- Sharifa Mohammed, a student of the University for Development Studies, has reportedly died in Tamale.
- A friend who was reportedly with her claims she picked up a GH¢100 note by the roadside.
- According to the account, she began feeling dizzy shortly afterwards.
- Her friend reportedly rushed her to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
- The actual cause of death has not been established.
- The narrative linking the death to the money remains unverified.
In Brief
A friend of deceased UDS student Sharifa Mohammed has recounted an incident in which she allegedly picked up a GH¢100 note by the roadside in Tamale and began feeling dizzy shortly afterwards. Her companion reportedly rushed her to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead. However, the cause of death remains unknown, and no medical evidence has established a connection between the money and her death.
Introduction
The death of Sharifa Mohammed, a student of the University for Development Studies (UDS) from Lamashegu, a suburb of Tamale, has attracted attention following an account from a friend who was reportedly with her shortly before she died.
According to the friend’s account, Sharifa picked up a GH¢100 note lying by the roadside in Tamale. She allegedly began experiencing dizziness almost immediately after picking up the money.
Her companion reportedly rushed her to a hospital for medical attention. However, within minutes of arriving at the facility, a doctor reportedly informed them that she had died.
The circumstances have generated discussion, particularly around claims connecting the money to her sudden illness. However, the actual cause of her death has not yet been established.
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Friend Recounts Events Before Sharifa Mohammed’s Death
The account attributed to Sharifa’s friend provides the available description of the events preceding her death.
According to the friend, the two were together in Tamale when Sharifa reportedly noticed and picked up a GH¢100 note lying by the roadside.
The friend claims that Sharifa began feeling dizzy shortly after picking up the money. Her condition reportedly prompted an urgent attempt to obtain medical assistance.
She was subsequently taken to a hospital, where the doctor reportedly informed the companion that she had passed away.
The account has become central to public discussions about the incident. However, it remains an eyewitness account that requires independent confirmation.
EducateGhana has not yet established the exact time of the incident, the hospital where she was taken or whether the friend has provided a formal statement to the police.
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What Is Known About the GH¢100 Note?
The reported discovery of the GH¢100 note has become a major part of the narrative surrounding Sharifa’s death.
Some discussions have centred on the possibility that the money was connected to what happened to her. The incident has also been interpreted through narratives associated with money-taking and alleged supernatural practices.
However, the available account does not establish that the note was contaminated, deliberately placed there to harm someone or connected to any criminal or supernatural activity.
The fact that Sharifa reportedly picked up the money before becoming dizzy does not establish that the money caused her illness or death.
A medical explanation would require evidence from qualified health professionals and appropriate investigations. Until such information becomes available, claims about the money should remain unverified.
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Cause of Death Remains Unestablished
One of the most important issues surrounding the incident is the absence of a confirmed medical explanation for Sharifa’s death.
Although the friend reportedly described dizziness shortly after the deceased picked up the money, dizziness alone does not identify the underlying medical condition or establish the cause of death.
Several medical conditions can produce sudden dizziness or a rapid deterioration in a person’s condition. However, it would be inappropriate to suggest any particular diagnosis without medical evidence.
The attending medical team, relevant hospital records and any medical examination conducted after her death may provide information necessary to establish what happened.
For now, the responsible position is to acknowledge the reported events while making it clear that the cause of death remains unknown.
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Questions That Require Answers
Several questions remain unanswered and may help clarify the circumstances surrounding the death:
- What was the medically established cause of Sharifa Mohammed’s death?
- At which hospital was she taken?
- Was any medical examination conducted to establish the cause of death?
- Has the friend who reportedly witnessed the incident given a formal statement?
- Has the Ghana Police Service commenced an investigation?
- Has the University for Development Studies issued any communication to the university community?
These questions are important because the available account provides a timeline but does not establish the medical or investigative findings.
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Public Speculation and the Need for Responsible Reporting
The discussion surrounding Sharifa’s death highlights the speed with which unusual circumstances can generate public explanations before investigations are completed.
While members of the public may have different interpretations of the incident, claims about the cause of death should be supported by credible evidence.
The family deserves accurate information, and the public should be careful not to circulate allegations as established facts.
EducateGhana also urges readers to avoid frightening or misleading claims about the GH¢100 note. The circumstances surrounding the incident should be investigated through appropriate medical and law enforcement channels.
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What Happens Next?
Further information from the family, the University for Development Studies, the hospital or the police would help establish the circumstances surrounding Sharifa’s death.
An official medical explanation would be particularly important in determining whether there was any connection between the reported incident involving the money and her sudden illness.
Until such information becomes available, the reported account should be treated as preliminary.
EducateGhana will update this report when credible and independently verifiable information emerges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Sharifa Mohammed?
Sharifa Mohammed was reportedly a student of the University for Development Studies from Lamashegu, a suburb of Tamale.
What reportedly happened before her death?
According to an account attributed to a friend who was with her, Sharifa picked up a GH¢100 note by the roadside in Tamale and began feeling dizzy shortly afterwards.
Was she taken to a hospital?
Yes. According to the friend’s account, she was rushed to a hospital, where a doctor reportedly pronounced her dead.
Did the GH¢100 note cause her death?
This has not been established. There is no confirmed medical evidence in the information currently available linking the money to her death.
Has the cause of death been confirmed?
No confirmed cause of death has been provided in the account available to EducateGhana.
Has UDS issued an official statement?
No official statement from the University for Development Studies has been provided for this report.
Conclusion
The death of Sharifa Mohammed has raised questions following an account that she allegedly picked up a GH¢100 note by the roadside in Tamale and began experiencing dizziness shortly afterwards.
Her friend reportedly rushed her to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead. However, the actual cause of death remains unestablished.
The reported connection between the money and her death has become a central part of public discussion, but it should not be presented as a proven explanation.
What is needed now is credible medical information and, where appropriate, an investigation by the relevant authorities. Until then, the circumstances should be reported with caution and respect for the deceased and her family.
EducateGhana extends its condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Sharifa Mohammed.
About the Author
Ferdinand Ellis is a Ghanaian lecturer, curriculum specialist, education blogger, researcher and policy analyst. He teaches Supported Teaching in School and Research Methodology through the University of Education, Winneba’s College of Distance and e-Learning (UEW CoDEL).
He is the founder and editor of EducateGhana.com, Ghana’s Education Intelligence Platform. His work covers education news, research, curriculum development, teacher education and public policy.
Read his academic and professional profile.
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