Suzy Pinamang’s eye surgery set for next month, let’s keep praying for – Ablakwa

There is new hope for Suzy Adwoa Pinamang, the brave young girl from Adventist Senior High School who tragically lost her sight after a gun accidentally went off in her classroom. After months of prayers, support, and medical reviews, her eye surgery has been scheduled for next month in the United Kingdom.

This heartwarming update was shared by Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who has been instrumental in securing Suzy’s travel and medical arrangements abroad.

Background: The Accident That Changed Suzy’s Life

Suzy Pinamang’s story broke the hearts of many Ghanaians. A bright and promising student, Suzy’s life was turned upside down when a fellow student reportedly brought a gun to school. Unfortunately, the firearm went off by mistake during class hours, and the bullet hit Suzy, causing her to lose her sight.

The incident shocked the entire country and sparked serious conversations around school safety, gun control, and the need for psychosocial support for young victims of trauma.

Ibrahim Mahama Steps In to Help

After several tests and reviews in Ghana, it was clear that Suzy needed surgery abroad to stand a chance of regaining her sight. However, such advanced medical care comes at a very high cost — money the young girl’s family could not afford on their own.

That’s when renowned businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama, younger brother of former President John Dramani Mahama, stepped in. He offered to fully sponsor Suzy’s treatment outside Ghana, including her surgery, travel expenses, and accommodation.

This act of kindness touched many hearts, with Ghanaians across the country praising Ibrahim Mahama for his compassion.

Suzy Travels to the UK for Treatment

With the help of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ghana High Commission in London, Suzy was safely flown to the United Kingdom, where she is now undergoing care at a top medical facility.

According to Hon. Ablakwa, Suzy’s doctors have completed a number of specialised tests and have now scheduled her surgery for next month (June 2025).

Ablakwa Visits Suzy in London

The Foreign Affairs Minister, who is currently in the UK after attending the Oxford Africa Conference, took time off his official schedule to visit Suzy in person.

In a heartfelt post shared on his social media pages, he wrote:

“After representing President Mahama at the Oxford Africa Conference this morning, I made time to visit the amazing Suzy Adwoa Pinamang in London.

Suzy’s doctors have conducted numerous tests following her gunshot injuries, and have scheduled her surgery for next month.

I am glad our courageous Suzy is in high spirit and doing very well.

I commend staff of the Ghana High Commission in London for their extraordinary care.

We continue to convey heartfelt appreciation to the incredibly kindhearted Ibrahim Mahama.

Let’s keep praying for Suzy — God won’t let us down.”

Ghanaians React with Support and Prayers

After the update was posted, many Ghanaians on social media expressed their continued love, prayers, and support for Suzy.

Messages like:

“God will heal you, Suzy.”

“Thank you, Ibrahim Mahama.”

“Ghana is behind you, brave girl.”

“We are praying for a successful surgery.”

…flooded the comment sections on Twitter and Facebook.

Others praised Ablakwa for consistently following up on the case and going the extra mile to check on the young girl in person.

A Symbol of Courage and Hope

Despite all she has gone through, Suzy has remained brave, calm, and hopeful. Those who have interacted with her describe her as a fighter with a beautiful soul.

She has become a symbol of strength not only for her schoolmates in Kumasi but for many other young people across Ghana who have had to deal with unexpected pain and trauma.

Calls for Justice and School Safety Reforms

While many are celebrating Suzy’s progress, others are still demanding justice and accountability for how such a dangerous weapon entered a school compound in the first place.

Many Ghanaians have called for:

Better security checks in schools

Tighter gun control laws

Psychological support for victims of school violence

And a full investigation into the incident

So far, very little has been made public about the student who brought the gun or any disciplinary or legal actions taken. Some are worried the case might be swept under the carpet, and are calling on the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Police Service to give regular updates.

Hope on the Horizon

For now, the focus is on Suzy’s health and healing. Her surgery next month marks a critical moment in her recovery journey.

Medical experts say such delicate eye surgeries can take several hours and require highly specialised care. There’s no 100% guarantee of full sight restoration, but the doctors are hopeful that significant improvement is possible, especially because the intervention is happening early.

Ghana Must Learn from Suzy’s Case

Suzy’s story is not just a tragedy — it is a lesson and a wake-up call.

As a country, we must ask:

How did a gun enter a classroom?

What systems are in place to protect our children?

What support structures exist for young victims like Suzy?

We must not only pray for Suzy but also change our policies and systems to prevent such incidents in the future.

Conclusion: Let’s All Stand With Suzy

As Ghanaians, we are known for our love, compassion, and support for one another. In this moment, Suzy Pinamang needs our prayers and encouragement more than ever.

Let’s continue to stand with her, support her family, and thank those who have helped—from Ibrahim Mahama to the staff of the Ghana High Commission in London, and to Minister Ablakwa for showing real leadership.

May the surgery be successful. May Suzy see again. And may Ghana never forget the importance of protecting every child, in every classroom, every day.