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Candlelight vigil to honour girls who died in East Legon accident

A candlelight vigil will be organized in honour of Maame Dwomoh Boateng and Justine Agbenu, two young women who tragically lost their lives in the infamous East Legon accident on Saturday, October 12, 2024.

The vigil, titled “All White Candlelight Vigil,” will take place on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 5:00 PM. The ceremony invites loved ones and the community to gather in their memory at the accident site.

The two young women were victims of a fatal car crash in East Legon, Accra, when Elrod Salifu Amoako, the son of Bishop Salifu Amoako, rammed his Jaguar 4×4 into the Acura in which they were travelling. The crash shocked the nation, sparking widespread outrage and discussions around reckless driving and road safety.

The accident occurred in the late hours of October 12, when Elrod Salifu Amoako reportedly lost control of his vehicle and collided with the Acura. Both Maame Dwomoh Boateng and Justine Agbenu, who were in the Acura at the time, were pronounced dead at the scene, marking the tragic end to two promising young lives.

The flyer for the event, sighted by MyNewsGH and circulating on social media, shows the two women, Maame Dwomoh Boateng and Justine Agbenu, with a message inviting attendees to come together in their memory. The choice of an all-white dress code for the vigil symbolizes peace and the desire to celebrate the lives of the victims, even in the face of tragedy.

Since the accident, many Ghanaians have expressed their grief and frustration online, with calls for justice against Elrod Salifu Amoako, who is currently under investigation. Friends, family, and the broader community have been mourning the loss, sharing heartfelt messages of love and support for the victims’ families.

 

Source: mynewsgh.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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