Ghanaian celebrities and public figures have expressed shock and sadness following the tragic stampede at the El-Wak Sports Stadium during a recent Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) recruitment exercise, which left multiple applicants dead and several others injured.
Many celebrities took to social media to voice their condolences and call for accountability. Actors, musicians, and influencers condemned the lack of proper organization and safety measures during the recruitment exercise.
Several stars urged the government and GAF to ensure that such tragedies never happen again, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding young Ghanaians eager to serve their country. Messages from public figures highlighted the human cost of poor planning and called for transparency in the investigation that has since been launched by the authorities.
In the wake of the incident, the Ghana Armed Forces suspended recruitment exercises nationwide, promising to review safety protocols and prevent further loss of life. Social media has since been flooded with tributes to the victims, with many using hashtags to raise awareness and demand accountability.
Fans and followers commended celebrities for speaking out, noting that their influence helps amplify calls for justice and reform in the recruitment process. Observers also noted that public figures play a critical role in shaping national conversations around governance, public safety, and institutional responsibility.
The tragedy at El-Wak has reignited discussions about crowd management, digital registration, and safety measures in national recruitment exercises, with both celebrities and citizens urging authorities to learn lessons and implement robust preventive systems.
Check out some reactions below:
This isn’t a concert. These are applicants queuing up for screening and documentation process at the Ghana Armed Forces recruitment where 6 persons have lost their lives in a stampede that broke out.
My Opinion –
Could they not run an online process and have them come in… pic.twitter.com/KTSj7xmdVF— THE GODFATHER (@jayfoley2131) November 12, 2025
— Eric Edem Agbana (@edemagbana) November 12, 2025
A parent who accompanied her child to the military screening center at El-Wak Sports Stadium has voiced her frustration over the disorganization of the process.
She urged the leadership of the Ghana Armed Forces to improve and streamline the procedure for better efficiency. pic.twitter.com/5yxAVUWTaF
— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) November 12, 2025
Source: Thepressradio.com
