At least six die in crush at Ghana military recruitment event

On November 12, 2025, a military recruitment event at El-Wak Stadium in Accra, Ghana, turned deadly when a crush resulted in the deaths of at least six individuals. Thousands had gathered in hopes of enlistment, underscoring the high demand for military positions in the country. This incident raises significant concerns about crowd control measures and the safety of participants at large events. Similar incidents have occurred globally, prompting discussions on the need for improved safety protocols to prevent such tragedies in the future. The Ghanaian authorities are now faced with the challenge of addressing these safety issues to ensure that recruitment events can proceed without risking lives.