The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has resumed its 2025/2026 recruitment exercise in the Greater Accra Region today, Thursday, November 20, 2025, following last week’s tragic stampede at El-Wak Stadium.
A statement from the Department of Public Relations at General Headquarters, Burma Camp, confirmed that screening will take place at eight sub-centres across five locations, including El-Wak Stadium, Nicholson Park, Air Force Base, TRADOC Teshie, and Eastern Naval Command in Tema.
Applicants have been urged to strictly follow instructions, while families and friends are cautioned not to accompany potential recruits to reduce congestion.
The resumption comes after six young women died and 28 others were injured in a stampede during last week’s exercise, with 12 in critical condition and five in intensive care at the 37 Military Hospital.
President John Dramani Mahama has directed a full, independent investigation into the incident, emphasizing the need for better safety protocols during public recruitment exercises. The Board of Inquiry is currently ongoing.
To ensure a fair and transparent process, the GAF has replaced the entire Greater Accra recruitment team. Commodore FA Nyarko, Colonel F. Kusi-Darko, and Colonel GB Eduah have assumed the roles of Director General Human Resource, Director Manpower, and Director Information Technology, respectively.
The armed forces assured the public that anyone found responsible will face appropriate sanctions. They also extended condolences to the families of the victims and wished the injured a speedy recovery. All affected will continue to receive free medical treatment, and a special recruitment package will be provided to both the injured and bereaved families after recovery.
The GAF has called on the public to cooperate fully as the recruitment exercise resumes today, reaffirming its commitment to a safe, transparent, and orderly process.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
