The Ghana National Fire Service responded swiftly to a distress call around 7:30 a.m., pulling a 29-year-old woman from a drainage system close to Jubilee House and the Afrikiko Leisure Centre in Accra.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with firefighters and security personnel working together to lift the disheveled, barefoot woman from the narrow manhole where she had taken shelter overnight.
Video Footage Sparks Debate Over Accra Woman Rescued from Drainage Claim
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29-year-old woman pulled out of a drainage near the traffic light between the Jubilee House and the Afrikiko Leisure Centre by Ghana National Fire Service personnel.pic.twitter.com/lakTw51K7v
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According to the woman’s account, three unidentified men had pursued her the previous night, leaving her with no option but to hide inside the drainage for safety until rescuers arrived. The dramatic extraction was captured on video, showing emergency teams carefully guiding her out as onlookers gathered on the pavement nearby.
The footage quickly spread online, triggering widespread discussions across Ghana about the woman’s story and the broader issue of safety in the capital’s busy districts. While some praised the fire service for its rapid intervention, others expressed skepticism, questioning the details and calling for a full investigation into the circumstances.
As authorities probe the incident further, it highlights ongoing concerns about urban security and the need for improved lighting and patrols in high-traffic areas of Accra. For more trending stories check out our TRENDING page
