By: Angel Quaye
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has paid a visit to the 37 Military Hospital to offer comfort to individuals who were injured during the stampede that occurred at the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) recruitment exercise at the El-Wak Stadium.
Her visit aimed to engage with the victims receiving medical care and observe their recovery progress.
The Minister conveyed a message of support on behalf of both the Government and the people of Ghana to those affected.
Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey indicated that the President had directed her to check on the victims and assured them that the nation stands firmly behind them. She encouraged the injured to stay optimistic, expressing confidence that they would regain their strength and look forward to brighter days.
She also commended the medical professionals and hospital authorities for their commitment and rapid intervention in caring for the victims.
After meeting the injured at the hospital, the Minister—accompanied by the Deputy Minister of Defence and officials from the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP), visited some bereaved families in Adenta and Kpone Katamanso to extend condolences and share in their grief.
She expressed Government’s deepest sympathies and assured the families of continued support as they navigate this painful period.
She expressed the hope that God would bring profound comfort to the families in these trying times.
“The Ministry will stand with you throughout your healing journey and, through social protection interventions, ensure that your future is not defined by this tragedy,” she said.
The Minister is expected to visit the remaining affected families in the coming days to console them as well.
