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Air Force confirms death of officer who collapsed during Independence Day parade

The Ghana Discuss Constrain has declared the awkward passing of Flight Sergeant (F/SGT) Armah Nii Okai Mensah Alfred, who served as the Supernumerary for the Discuss Drive Male Unexpected amid the 67th Freedom Day Parade at Koforidua within the Eastern Locale.

The awful occasion happened at the Koforidua Government Healing center, where F/Sgt Armah was getting therapeutic consideration after collapsing amid the parade held at the Koforidua Youth Asset Middle on Wednesday, Walk 6, 2024.

Depicted as a dedicated, aware, and proficient Pilot, the Discuss Drive in a explanation said F/Sgt Armah was known for his tirelessness and tall capability in his chosen career.

Following the heartbreaking news, a delegation led by the Chief Staff Officer, Air Commodore Eric Yirenkyi, paid a visit to the family of the deceased on Thursday, March 7, 2024, to officially convey the news. Subsequently, F/Sgt Armah’s body was received at the Air Force Base Accra.

The Ghana Air Force in a statement extended its deepest sympathies to all affected by this loss, particularly the family of the deceased.

They appealed to the public to respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.

Funeral arrangements will be communicated to the public at a later date.

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.

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