The soldier who collapsed and later passed away during Ghana’s 67th Independence anniversary has been identified as Nii Okai Mensah Alfred.
Additionally, the Ghana Air Force has officially confirmed his death, stating that Flight Sergeant (F/SGT) served as the Supernumerary for the Air Force Male Contingent during the 67th Independence Day Parade at Koforidua in the Eastern Region.
The unfortunate incident took place at the Koforidua Government Hospital, where F/Sgt Armah was receiving medical attention after collapsing during the parade held at the Koforidua Youth Resource Centre on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.
In response to the tragic news, a delegation led by the Chief Staff Officer, Air Commodore Eric Yirenkyi, visited the family of the deceased on Thursday, March 7, 2024, to officially deliver the news.
Subsequently, F/Sgt Armah’s body was transported to the Air Force Base Accra. The Ghana Air Force expressed its deepest sympathies to all those affected by this loss, especially the family of the deceased. They requested the public to respect the family’s privacy during this challenging period.
Details regarding the funeral arrangements will be shared with the public at a later time.
Read the entire statement below;
AIR FORCE MOURNS THE LOSS OF FLIGHT SERGEANT ARMAH
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden death of Flight Sergeant (F/SGT) Armah Nii Okai Mensah Alfred. He was the Supernumerary for the Air Force Male Contingent on parade during the 67th Independence Day Parade which took place on Wednesday 6 March 2024 at the Koforidua Youth Resource Centre.
The sad event occurred at the Koforidua Government Hospital where he was receiving treatment after he collapsed during the 67th Independence Day Anniversary Parade. F/Sgt Armah was a hardworking, respectful and professional Airman. He was diligent and highly proficient in his chosen career and his absence would be sorely missed.
Meanwhile, a delegation led by the Chief Staff Officer, Air Commodore Eric Yirenkyi, visited the family of the deceased on Thursday 7 March 2024 to officially convey the news. His body was later received at the Air Force Base Accra.
We convey our deepest sympathies to all, especially the deceased family and we entreat all to respect the privacy of the family of the late Senior Non-Commissioned Officer during this difficult period. Funeral announcements will be communicated later.
