Watch how Christian Atsu’s body arrived at the funeral grounds

On Friday, March 17, 2023, the remains of Christian Atsu, a late Ghanaian winger, were brought to the Forecourt of the State House for a day-long funeral and burial ceremony.

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Notable figures expected to pay their respects included President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, former teammates, and his former school, among others

Christian Atsu tragically lost his life on February 6, 2023, in the aftermath of an earthquake that caused his apartment in Hatay to collapse

A one-week memorial was held on March 4, attended by former teammates, football stars, and entertainment personalities.

Following the funeral ceremony, Christian Atsu’s body will be transported to his hometown in the Greater Accra Region for burial.

Body of the late Christian Atsu arrives at the forecourt of the State House.#TV3GH #3NewsGH pic.twitter.com/UeBE7dZYCE

— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) March 17, 2023