Ghana has been thrown into mourning following a tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of two senior government ministers and six others in the Ashanti region.
The country’s Defence Minister, Edward Omane Boamah, and the Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, were among those confirmed dead after the aircraft disappeared from radar during a routine trip. The devastating news was confirmed by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, who called the incident a “national tragedy” during a press briefing.
According to the Ghana Armed Forces, the chopper had taken off from the capital city, Accra, at 9:12 a.m. local time, heading to Obuasi — a gold-rich town — for an official assignment. On board were five passengers and three crew members. Contact was lost shortly after departure, prompting a swift search that led to the heartbreaking discovery.
In honour of those lost, the Chief of Staff has ordered all national flags to be flown at half-mast. He extended heartfelt condolences on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama and the government, particularly recognising the bravery of the servicemen who died while dutifully serving their nation.
The mood across the country is sombre as Ghanaians come to terms with the loss of dedicated public servants whose work had far-reaching impacts. Their legacy, though cut short, will be remembered with deep respect and national pride.
