The lifeless body of Ghanaian player Christian Atsu has been found this morning under some rubbles.
According to the ministry of foreign affairs and regional integration, Christian Atsu’s twin sister and elder brother were present at the site when his body was recovered.
The Ghana Embassy in Türkiye is currently making the necessary arrangements with the assistance of the Government of Türkiye to have the body transported to Ghana for burial.
In a statement issued on Saturday morning, the ministry said it has received the “unfortunate news of the recovery of the body of Christian Atsu from the rubble of his apartment,” following the earthquake which struck Türkiye on February 6, 2023.
“This comes after almost 12 days of tortuous search by a rescue team,” the ministry said.
“Government extends to the widow and family of Christian Atsu our deepest condolences. The Embassy is currently making the necessary arrangements with the assistance of the Government of Türkiye to have the body transported to Ghana for burial. The public will be updated on further developments.,” it added.
Below is the ministry’s statement:
