Businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama has stepped in to fund and facilitate emergency medical treatment in the United Kingdom for Suzzy Pinamang, a 16-year-old student from Adventist Senior High School in Bantama, Ashanti Region, who suffered a severe eye injury after being accidentally shot by a classmate.
Incident and Medical Need
Suzzy Pinamang, a Form 2 student, was struck in the eye by a stray bullet on April 4, 2025, when a male classmate reportedly brought a firearm to school and accidentally discharged it during a mathematics class.
The incident left Suzzy with critical injuries, resulting in the loss of her eyesight and prompting urgent calls for advanced medical intervention.
Initial treatment at the Dr. Agarwal Eye Hospital in Accra showed some positive signs, but doctors, including Medical Director Dr. Asiwome Senadza, recommended further surgeries abroad for a chance at full recovery. The urgency and complexity of Suzzy’s condition led to the recommendation that she be flown overseas for specialized care.
Swift Philanthropic Response
Ibrahim Mahama responded swiftly to Suzzy’s plight, pledging to cover all medical expenses for her treatment in the UK, including the costs of her caregivers’ travel and stay. His intervention has been widely praised as a lifeline for Suzzy and her family, ensuring access to world-class medical expertise not readily available in Ghana.
“This compassionate intervention comes after Suzzy’s case likely surfaced through social media or other channels highlighting her dire medical condition,” a statement from Mahama’s associates noted6.
Government and Diplomatic Support
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, led by Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, played a crucial role in expediting travel arrangements. UK visas for Suzzy and two caregivers were secured, with the Ghana High Commission in the UK instructed to provide special consular privileges upon their arrival.
Minister Ablakwa expressed gratitude to Ibrahim Mahama for his generosity and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of the British High Commissioner and the MP for Bantama, Francis Asenso-Boakye, who first brought the case to his attention.
National Reaction and Broader Concerns
Suzzy’s ordeal has sparked national concern over student safety, illegal firearm possession, and the need for stricter security protocols in schools. The incident has also highlighted the importance of swift community and governmental response in times of crisis.
As Suzzy prepares to travel to the UK for her surgery, messages of encouragement and support have poured in from across Ghana. She is being hailed as a brave young woman, and her story has become a rallying point for advocacy on student safety and access to emergency healthcare.
Looking Ahead
Suzzy Pinamang’s journey to the UK for surgery represents hope for her recovery and a testament to the power of philanthropy and collective action.
Ibrahim Mahama’s decisive support, coupled with swift governmental intervention, has given Suzzy and her family a fighting chance for a better future
