The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has outlined the medical and financial assistance it has provided to Sandra Baafi, a victim of the Kumasi recruitment stampede, following concerns raised in a viral social media publication.
In a press release dated November 13, 2026, the Armed Forces said Baafi was admitted to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital from November 12, 2025, to February 26, 2026, following the stampede.
According to the statement, she was subsequently airlifted to the 37 Military Hospital at the request of her family for further treatment, with the Armed Forces bearing the cost of her medical expenses amounting to GH¢100,000.
After her discharge, the military assured the family that the 4 Medical Reception Station in Kumasi would continue providing care until her full recovery.
As part of its welfare support, the Ghana Armed Forces also offered a recruitment opportunity to a nominated family member. Her sister, Mercy Bioh, is currently undergoing training at the Army Recruit Training School at Shai Hills.
The military further disclosed that it organised a brief ceremony at its General Headquarters on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, to provide additional assistance to the families of discharged victims.
During the ceremony, Baafi’s mother received GH¢30,000 in financial assistance and an air bed to support her daughter’s care and comfort.
A wheelchair was also offered but declined by the family, which indicated that it already had one.
The Armed Forces additionally offered to provide ambulance transportation to Kumasi, but the family opted to travel with the National Ambulance Service, a decision the military said it respected.
The Ghana Armed Forces reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Baafi’s full recovery and pledged to continue working closely with her family to ensure her medical care and welfare.
By: Bernard Mensah
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