Tears flowed in Awutu Senya East as the Member of Parliament, Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, paid a visit to the family of one of the victims who lost their lives during the recent military recruitment tragedy.
The atmosphere at the family home was filled with grief and sorrow as the MP arrived to console the bereaved relatives. Dressed in black to signify mourning, Naa Koryoo offered her condolences and words of comfort to the family, assuring them that the tragedy would not go unnoticed.
She expressed deep sadness over the unfortunate incident, describing it as a national disaster that should never have happened. The MP called on the government and security authorities to take immediate action to investigate the circumstances surrounding the recruitment exercise and ensure that justice is served for all victims and their families.
According to her, it is unacceptable that young people seeking to serve their country had to lose their lives in such a manner. She emphasized the need for transparency, fairness, and safety in all future recruitment processes within the armed forces and other security services.
Family members, overwhelmed by emotion, wept uncontrollably as they narrated how their relative had high hopes of serving the nation before the tragedy struck. Some described the deceased as hardworking, patriotic, and determined to make a difference.
Naa Koryoo’s visit brought comfort to the mourning household while renewing calls for accountability and reform in the conduct of national recruitment exercises to prevent such heartbreaking events from recurring.
Source: Thepressradio.com
