[Trending Video] Elwak Stadium Stampede: Siblings of Victim Break Down in Tears at Burial Service

Accra, December 6, 2025 – In a poignant scene that has gripped the nation, the siblings of one of the young victims from the tragic El-Wak Stadium stampede broke down in uncontrollable sobs during a somber burial service on Friday.

The emotional outpouring, captured in a widely shared video, shows the bereaved family clinging to each other amid a sea of mourners, their cries echoing the profound sorrow that continues to envelop Ghana three weeks after the deadly incident. As the country grapples with the aftermath of the November 12 catastrophe, this moment serves as a stark reminder of the human cost behind the headlines.

[Trending Video] Elwak Stadium Stampede: Siblings of Victim Break Down in Tears at Burial Service

The stampede at El-Wak Sports Stadium in Accra unfolded during a routine Ghana Armed Forces recruitment exercise, where thousands of desperate job seekers, many facing a youth unemployment rate hovering around 13% converged in hopes of enlisting. Chaos erupted around 6:20 a.m. when an overwhelming crowd breached security barriers and surged through narrow stadium gates, leading to a deadly crush that claimed six lives, all young women among the applicants. Dozens more were injured, with at least five requiring intensive care at the 37 Military Hospital, as families anxiously awaited news in the hospital corridors.

President John Dramani Mahama swiftly responded to the tragedy by suspending the Greater Accra recruitment drive and ordering a thorough review of safety protocols to avert future disasters. Accompanied by top defense officials, he visited the injured at the hospital and extended condolences to grieving families, vowing accountability through an internal investigation by military police. Community leaders and civil society groups have since amplified calls for systemic reforms, highlighting how economic pressures exacerbate vulnerabilities during such high-stakes events and urging better crowd management strategies nationwide.

As Ghana processes this avoidable loss, the viral image of the siblings’ grief has ignited renewed online discussions about youth opportunities and public safety. With the investigation ongoing, many hope the coming weeks will bring not just justice, but meaningful changes to honor the victims and prevent history from repeating itself in the pursuit of a brighter future.