Amara Camara, 17, sadly passed on en route to Ghana for surgery. The youngster who scored in his club, Blackman Warriors FC's 3-3 draw against Bea Mou
Amara Camara, 17, sadly passed on en route to Ghana for surgery. The youngster who scored in his club, Blackman Warriors FC’s 3-3 draw against Bea Mountain collapsed on 8th January 2025.
After treatments in two hospitals, Camara was sent to St Joseph’s Hospital, where he was diagnosed with a spinal cord issue which needed surgery.
Sadly, hospitals in Liberia are not equipped with ultra-modern equipment to perform the needed surgery. Camara was therefore supposed to have the surgery in Ghana but flight arrangements did not go through. His family decided to send him to Ghan via Ambulance and the young died at Ivory Coast.
The club’s official announcement!
“It is with immense sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved player, Amara Kamara, who tragically departed from us in Ivory Coast while being transported to Ghana for advanced medical care,” a statement from the club’s secretary George Elliot read.
“Kamara was not just a player but a family member, a role model, and an embodiment of the Blackman Warriors spirit. His dedication to the club and his love for the game inspired us all. His loss leaves a void that will never be filled. We extend our condolences to his family, teammates, friends, and the Blackman Warrior community.”
Club president’s official statement on Camara’s death
“Our club’s CEO requested a transfer to the Catholic Hospital for more specialized care after Kamara’s diagnosis at JFK. We hired Dr Alvin N. Doe, who cut short his vacation abroad to attend to Kamara,” Nelson Meanyeah, the club president disclosed.
“When Dr. Doe arrived and assessed the situation, he determined that Liberia lacked the necessary equipment for the surgery. He recommended transferring Kamara to Ghana, where the required medical attention could be provided.”
“We were told that only Asky Airlines had an airbed mattress for disabled passengers,” Meanyeah added.
“Despite filling out the necessary forms, we faced delays and were eventually told that no space was available on the flight.”
A lack of development in Liberia caused Amara Camara’s death. The country lacks basic quality amenities and authorities must sit up to prevent something of this nature from happening again.
R.I.P Amara Camara!
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