The one-week observation for the late Ghanaian player, Christian Atsu has been slated for March 4, 2023.
The 31-year-old was a victim of the earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria on Monday, February 6, 2023.
The family announced the date when officials from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the Ministry of Sports visited the bereaved family on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.
The date for his burial is tentatively scheduled for March 18 pending the confirmation of President Nana Akuffo Addo.
The one-week observation would be held at his family house.
He played for his current team, Hatayspor, the day before the 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck.
The devastating quake claimed the lives of over 46,000 people.
11 days after the incident, Atsu was still trapped under the wreckage but was found on the 12th day dead.
On Sunday night, February 19, 2023, Atsu’s body arrived in Ghana via Turkish Airlines.
His body was received by the family and a government delegation led by the Vice President of the Republic, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia.
Atsu has been known for his philanthropic works, which include supporting prisoners, helping people further their education, and buying boots for local players each year.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Government has promised to give Atsu a befitting state burial.
The death of Atsu shook the nation.
The news broke the hearts of many, especially the football fraternity both nationally and internationally.
