A tragic incident has shaken the Eastern Region of Ghana, as Chief Inspector Godwin Beniba, a respected police officer, passed away unexpectedly during his wedding ceremony on December 27, 2024.
The heartbreaking event unfolded in Akyem Anamase, near Oda, where the groom collapsed just moments after arriving at the venue.
Chief Inspector Beniba, who was stationed as the Station Officer at the Anamase Police Station, arrived at the Anamase Hotel to the excited cheers of his guests and best men, eager to marry his bride, Florence Debrah.
However, before he could meet her, he began to feel dizzy. Eyewitnesses described how he suddenly lost balance and collapsed.
Despite the immediate efforts of those present, Beniba was rushed to the Anamase Clinic, but tragically, he was declared dead on arrival.
The shocking loss left family, friends, and colleagues in disbelief.
The wedding, which had been full of joy and anticipation, quickly turned to sorrow as mourners—including several police officers who had traveled from across the country to attend—grieved the sudden and untimely passing of their dear colleague.
Guests were left in a state of shock, with the celebratory food and drinks untouched as they departed in mourning.