The OneGhana Movement has renewed calls for justice and accountability for victims of the June 3, 2015, disaster.

Marking 11 years since the twin flood and fire tragedy claimed more than 150 lives and injured over 200 people in Accra.

In a statement issued on June 3, 2026, the group said survivors and families of victims continue to suffer physical, emotional, and economic hardships while justice remains elusive.

The movement described the prolonged legal battle for accountability as a painful reminder of unresolved injustice.

“We gather here today, 11 years after the fire, the flood, and the fuel took more than 150 lives and injured over 200 of our brothers and sisters. We gather here because the question that has haunted this nation for more than a decade still hangs in the air: June 3 — Where Is Justice?” the statement asked.

The June 3, 2015 disaster occurred when heavy flooding in Accra coincided with an explosion at a fuel station, resulting in one of the deadliest tragedies in Ghana’s history.

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According to the OneGhana Movement, survivors continue to suffer lasting physical, emotional and economic consequences.

“For 11 years, the victims of this tragedy have carried scars; physical, emotional, and economic. Some lost their hearing, some lost their livelihoods, some lost entire families. And yet, the justice they deserve remains painfully out of reach,” the statement said.

The group noted that in 2018, 69 victims filed a class action lawsuit against GOIL, the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), and the station manager in pursuit of compensation and accountability.

It argued that testimonies during court proceedings had strengthened claims that the disaster could have been prevented.

“GOIL’s own witness admitted under cross-examination that the disaster could have been avoided. The NPA’s witness confirmed that stronger regulatory oversight could have prevented the tragedy,” the movement stated.

The group also criticised what it described as delays and inconsistencies in the legal process, particularly the participation of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA).

“Yet, 11 years on, the victims still wait. The trial continues. The suffering continues. The silence continues,” it said.

The OneGhana Movement called on government to intervene in the spirit of the ‘Resetting Ghana Agenda,’ urging authorities to ensure justice and support for survivors.

“Reset must mean justice for victims, accountability for institutions, and relief for citizens who have suffered for far too long,” the statement said.

It further commended survivors including Alex Mensah, Kassim Suraj, Francis Appiah and Silas Oduro for continuing the legal battle on behalf of victims.

“We stand with every family. And we say to government: this is the moment to fix what is broken,” the group added.

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