John Dramani Mahama has ordered the immediate air evacuation of injured Ghanaians from Burkina Faso following the recent deadly attack that claimed the lives of several Ghanaian traders.
The directive, issued as part of an emergency response effort, seeks to ensure that survivors receive urgent and specialised medical treatment back home.
Government Moves to Secure Safe Return
Sources within government say arrangements are underway to deploy an air ambulance to transport the injured victims from the affected area to Ghana. The evacuation is being coordinated in collaboration with Burkinabè authorities and Ghana’s diplomatic mission to guarantee safe passage.
Officials indicate that the injured individuals are currently receiving preliminary medical attention but require advanced care.
National Grief and Growing Security Concerns
The evacuation order comes amid heightened grief and outrage in Ghana following the killing of Ghanaian traders in the cross-border attack. The incident has once again drawn attention to the fragile security situation in parts of the Sahel region.
President Mahama, in expressing condolences to the bereaved families, reaffirmed government’s commitment to protecting Ghanaian citizens both at home and abroad.
Diplomatic Engagements Ongoing
Government sources say diplomatic engagements are ongoing between Ghana and Burkina Faso to ensure accountability and prevent future attacks on Ghanaian nationals operating within the region.
The latest development signals what observers describe as a proactive humanitarian response, as authorities work to provide medical relief and comfort to victims and their families during a period of national mourning.
