During a meeting at the Jubilee House with the family of Christian Atsu and officials from the Ghana FA, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo pledged to ensure that the late Black Stars winger is given a dignified burial. He instructed the Chief of Staff to make arrangements for a state-assisted funeral for Atsu, based on the date chosen by the family and the GFA. The President emphasized his responsibility to ensure that Atsu is given a fitting burial and stated that the government will stand behind the family to make sure it happens.
The date of the funeral has not been set, but a one-week observation of Atsu’s passing is scheduled for March 4. The President acknowledged the tradition in Ghana for families to decide on the date of the funeral and stated that the government will support the family’s decision.
The announcement demonstrates the President’s commitment to honoring Atsu’s memory and providing support to his loved ones during this difficult time. The government’s involvement in the funeral arrangements will ensure that Atsu receives a proper and dignified send-off, befitting of his contributions to Ghanaian football.
It is clear that Atsu’s death has impacted not only his family but also the wider Ghanaian community. Atsu was a talented player who represented Ghana on many occasions, and his passing has been mourned by fans across the country. By organizing a state-assisted funeral, the government is sending a message of solidarity to Atsu’s family and to all those who have been affected by his death.
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