Tragedy Strikes: Six Killed in Ghana Military Recruitment Stampede

A stampede at a military recruitment exercise in Accra, Ghana, resulted in six deaths and numerous injuries. The incident occurred when applicants violated security measures by arriving early, causing chaos. Victims were taken to a military hospital for treatment.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Accra | Updated: 12-11-2025 18:10 IST | Created: 12-11-2025 18:10 IST
Tragedy Strikes: Six Killed in Ghana Military Recruitment Stampede
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A tragic incident unfolded in Accra, Ghana, as a stampede at a military recruitment event led to the loss of six lives, according to the country's military officials.

The chaos erupted when a large number of applicants disregarded established security protocols and entered the stadium prematurely, creating a dangerous surge.

Numerous injuries were reported, with victims swiftly transported to a military hospital for urgent medical attention.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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