Twelve-year-old Angelina Stickings, who lost both legs and her father in the deadly Ofankor-Pokuase road crash, is appealing for support to help her recover, regain mobility and return to school.

Angelina is receiving treatment at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital following the August 13, 2026 crash, which claimed 12 lives and injured several others.

The accident, involving multiple vehicles, was reportedly triggered after a tricycle rider was knocked down, leading to a chain collision.

Angelina survived the crash but suffered life-changing injuries and lost both legs.

Her family has also kept her father’s death from her as she continues to recover.

The tragedy came just six months after the death of her mother.

Before the crash, Angelina was focused on school, her favourite subjects and her dreams for the future.

Now, her biggest wish is to heal and return to school.

In an emotional appeal, Angelina called for help as she continues to endure pain at the hospital.

“I need you guys to help me. Right now my stomach is paining me… I am suffering in this hospital. You guys need to help us.”

Her brother, John Stickings, says the family has been overwhelmed by the cost of her treatment.

He says about GH¢200 million has been spent on Angelina’s medical care, while the family is now raising funds for prosthetic limbs to help her walk again.

John is also appealing to the government and other well-meaning individuals to support Angelina’s recovery.

“We are preparing to do the leg, because sometimes she complains that she wants to go to school again. We need the government to support us. Any support to make my sister walk again.”

Meanwhile, the National Road Safety Authority’s Senior Planning Manager at the Greater Accra Office, Felix Owusu, says police investigations into the crash are still ongoing.

According to him, the driver of the tipper truck believed to have caused the crash initially fled the scene but has since been arrested and is assisting with investigations.

Owusu also reminded motorists that although the law permits higher speed limits on highways and motorways, passenger-carrying vehicles are subject to a maximum speed of 80 kilometres per hour.

He appealed to non-governmental organizations, civil society groups and philanthropists to support Angelina and other survivors with financial and psychological assistance. He said such support would help survivors cope with their trauma and reintegrate into society.
Source: citinewsroom