Gov’t to cover medical bills of Burkina Faso attack survivors- Prez Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has assured two Ghanaians injured in last week’s terrorist attack in Burkina Faso that the government will settle all their medical expenses.

The President visited the survivors on Wednesday, February 18, at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra, where they are currently receiving treatment.

The victims were part of a group of Ghanaian tomato traders whose vehicle was ambushed by armed bandits in the neighbouring country. In a horrific incident, the attackers reportedly separated the men from the women, executed them, and set their truck on fire.

Accompanied by the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, President Mahama commiserated with the injured traders and assured them of the state’s full support.

The President had been in Takoradi earlier in the day on official duties but flew directly to the hospital upon landing in Accra to get first-hand information on the incident and personally assess the condition of the survivors.

The seven Ghanaians who lost their lives in the attack have since been buried. The survivors were airlifted back to Ghana by the Ghana Armed Forces.

Authorities have confirmed that all affected individuals are receiving counseling and psychological support, while those with injuries continue to undergo medical care.