Story by Paul Mensah Nsor
Accra, Ghana - The Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment has expressed its deepest regret over the tragic stampede that claimed the lives of six young Ghanaians who were seeking recruitment into the Ghana Armed Forces at the El-Wak Stadium.
In a press release, the Ministry conveyed its condolences to the families, friends, and communities of the deceased and wished for the quick recovery of those injured in the incident. The statement, signed by Hon. George Opare Addo, Minister for Youth Development & Empowerment, acknowledged the courage and aspirations of the young people who sought to serve their nation with honour and dedication.
The Ministry recognized that the recruitment process is part of the government's efforts to address the unemployment situation among the youth in the country, which is a top priority for the government and the Ministry. The loss of these young lives is not only a tragedy for their families but also a loss to the nation.
The Ministry announced that it will work closely with the Ghana Armed Forces and relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. The investigation is expected to provide recommendations and safeguards to prevent such accidents from occurring in the future.
The Ministry is committed to supporting measures that will safeguard the welfare of the youth in all future recruitment and empowerment initiatives. The safety, dignity, and empowerment of the Ghanaian youth remain at the heart of the Ministry's mandate.
The Ministry extended its sincerest condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for their comfort and peace. "May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace and may their families find comfort in the prayers of the nation," the statement concluded.
The Ghana Armed Forces has also released a statement acknowledging the tragedy and promising to cooperate with the investigation. The incident has sparked widespread concern and outrage, with many calling for measures to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
The government has assured the public that it will do everything possible to support the affected families and to ensure that such incidents do not happen again.
