GAF dismisses claims of abandoning Kumasi stampede victim, details GH¢130,000 support
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has dismissed allegations that it abandoned Sandra Baafi, one of the victims of the Kumasi recruitment stampede, following a viral social media post that raised concerns about her health and welfare.
In a statement released on November 13, the military maintained that it had provided financial and medical support to Baafi and her family since the incident. This included settling her hospital bills, arranging her transfer to another medical facility and offering additional assistance to ensure her continued care.
The Armed Forces explained that Baafi was first admitted to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), where she received medical treatment from November 12, 2025, to February 26, 2026.
Following a request from her family, she was later airlifted to the 37 Military Hospital in Accra for further treatment. The military said it covered all expenses associated with the evacuation and subsequent medical care.
According to the statement, the Ghana Armed Forces spent GH¢100,000 on her medical treatment, with the full amount paid as part of its assistance to the victim.
After her discharge from the 37 Military Hospital, the military said it assured her family that the 4 Medical Reception Station in Kumasi would continue to provide medical attention and support until she makes a full recovery.
It added that its intervention had gone beyond medical assistance to include measures aimed at improving the family’s welfare and creating opportunities for other household members.
As part of this initiative, the military offered the family the opportunity to nominate one member for recruitment into the Ghana Armed Forces.
Sandra’s sister, Mercy Bioh, accepted the offer and is currently undergoing training at the Army Recruit Training School at Shai Hills.
The Armed Forces further disclosed that it had recently extended additional financial and material assistance to the family to help address the difficulties associated with Sandra’s ongoing care.
On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the military held a brief ceremony at its General Headquarters to present further support to the parents of two victims who had been discharged from hospital.
At the event, Sandra Baafi’s mother received GH¢30,000 to assist with her daughter’s welfare and continued medical needs.
The family was also given an air bed to improve Sandra’s comfort and facilitate her care at home.
Additionally, the military offered to provide a wheelchair to support her mobility. However, the family declined the offer, explaining that they already had one.
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