US Edition6 People Die in a Stampede During Military Recruitment in Ghana
A surge of applicants overwhelmed security at El-Wak stadium, causing six deaths and multiple injuries during a recruitment event amid Ghana's 13% youth unemployment rate.
- At least six people lost their lives in a crowd crush during a military recruitment exercise at Accra's El-Wak Sports Stadium in Ghana.
- The stampede was triggered by a sudden surge of applicants overwhelming security at the gates.
- The Ghana Armed Forces expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and promised a thorough investigation into the incident.
- This event reflects the intense demand for military jobs in Ghana amid a youth unemployment rate of around 13%.
42 Articles
42 Articles
In Ghana, at least six people were killed in a recruitment event of the armed forces in a sports stadium in Accra.
Associated Press News
6 people die in a stampede during a military recruitment exercise in Ghana
The Ghanaian military reports that six people have died in a stampede during a recruitment exercise in Accra. The incident happened on Wednesday.
6 Dead, Several Injured in Stampede at Ghana Armed Forces Recruitment Exercise - Newsmakers
Femi Ashekun/ At least six people were killed and dozens more injured on Wednesday in a stampede at the El-Wak Sports Stadium in Accra during a Ghana Armed Forces recruitment exercise, the military said. Dozens of applicants were rushed to the 37 Military Hospital for emergency care, where officials said several remained in critical condition. […] The post 6 Dead, Several Injured in Stampede at Ghana Armed Forces Recruitment Exercise appeared fi…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 71% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
