Bawumia mourns with families of military recruitment stampede victims

Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their relatives during the ongoing Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) recruitment exercise.

In a post shared on Facebook on November 12, 2025, the former Vice President noted, "My condolences go out to the families of the young Ghanaians who lost their lives today at the El-Wak Sports Stadium.”

Dr Bawumia also wished a speedy recovery for the victims who are currently in critical condition.

“May the injured recover quickly, and may the souls of our departed compatriots rest in peace,” he added.

Background

On November 12, 2025, six Ghanaians lost their lives at the El-Wak Sports Stadium during the ongoing Ghana Armed Forces recruitment screening exercise.

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Additionally, five more individuals are currently receiving intensive care following the stampede that occurred at the commencement of the 2025/2026 recruitment exercise at the same venue in Accra.

The military has confirmed that 28 people were admitted to the 37 Military Hospital for treatment. Of these, six have died, five are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and twelve remain in critical condition.

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