The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has announced the resumption of the recruitment exercise in the Greater Accra Region.
GAF in a statement issued indicated that the exercise will resume on Thursday, 20 November 2025. The exercise was suspended last week.
The exercise was suspended following the stampede that led to the death of six females at the El-Wak Sports Stadium.
The Forces stated that as part of measures to ensure a seamless process, the screening will be done at eight sub-centres.
The centres will be within 5 locations which are:
El-Wak Stadium – 2 Centres
Nicholson Park, Burma Camp – 2 Centres
Air Force Base, Burma Camp
Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Teshie – 2 Centres
Eastern Naval Command, Tema.
The statement explained that “All qualified applicants in batches of 600 persons, will each receive an SMS specifying their reporting dates, batches and designated centres. They are also encouraged to check on the recruitment portal for updates. Applicants are strongly advised to strictly adhere to these instructions. Any qualified applicant who does not receive a text message by Thursday 20 November 2025, should call the helplines on Mobile Number 0256405104 or WhatsApp on 0256405154 for assistance. Applicants can also verify from the recruitment portal. Families and friends are cautioned not to accompany potential recruits to the screening centres to reduce congestion. Non-applicants will not be allowed entry to any of the centres.”
It extended its condolences to those who lost their lives in the exercise.
”The Ghana Armed Forces regrets the unfortunate incident, and extends its deepest sympathies to the bereaved families, and also wishes the injured a speedy recovery. All injured will continue to receive free medical services at 37 Military Hospital until they recover. Additionally, a special recruitment package will be offered to all injured after full recovery and also to the bereaved families.”
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
