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Ghana Bar Association Mourns Victims of August 6 Helicopter Crash
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Ghana Bar Association Mourns Victims of August 6 Helicopter Crash

The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has joined the nation in mourning the eight Ghanaians who tragically lost their lives in the August 6, 2025 helicopter crash while en route to Obuasi for a national assignment. In a statement dated August 7, 2025, and signed by National President Mrs. Efua Ghartey and National Secretary Kwaku Gyau Baffour, the GBA expressed “profound sorrow” over the incident, describing the deceased as “patriotic Ghanaians” who died in the line of duty. The association extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Ghana, noting the nation’s deep loss. “May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, comfort the bereaved families. Our prayers are with th...
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NAGRAT Mourns Loss of Cabinet Ministers and Military Officers in Helicopter Crash
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NAGRAT Mourns Loss of Cabinet Ministers and Military Officers in Helicopter Crash

The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of two cabinet ministers, other government officials, and three military officers in a helicopter crash that occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. In a statement signed by NAGRAT President, Eric Agbe-Carbonu, the association described the news as one received with “grief and shock”, noting the magnitude of the loss to the nation. “On behalf of the members of NAGRAT, I wish to express our deepest condolences to the President, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, the families of the deceased, and the entire people of Ghana for this huge unimaginable loss,” the statement read. Mr. Agbe-Carbonu prayed for divine mercy for the souls of the departed, saying, “May the Angels of God rece...
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Africa Governance Centre Mourns Eight Heroes Lost in Ghana Military Helicopter Crash
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Africa Governance Centre Mourns Eight Heroes Lost in Ghana Military Helicopter Crash

The Africa Governance Centre has joined the nation in mourning the tragic loss of eight distinguished Ghanaians who perished in a military helicopter crash, including two serving Cabinet Ministers. In a statement signed by its Communications Director, Mrs. Victoria Moonn Cyriacus, the Centre expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and the people of Ghana. The organisation also conveyed its solidarity with President John Dramani Mahama as he leads the country through what it described as “a dark hour.” “The loss of two trusted members of his Cabinet is not only a personal blow, but also a profound disruption to the leadership and governance of the country,” the statement read. The Africa Governance Centre praised the falle...
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GJA Mourns Eight Officials Killed in Helicopter Crash, Urges Responsible Media Coverage
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GJA Mourns Eight Officials Killed in Helicopter Crash, Urges Responsible Media Coverage

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic death of five senior government officials and three members of the Ghana Air Force in a helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in the Adansi District of the Ashanti Region. In a statement signed by GJA President, Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, the Association said it stood in “solemn solidarity with the nation in this moment of great national loss”, offering heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, the President, the Government of Ghana, and the Ghana Armed Forces. According to the GJA, the victims were on a mission to tackle illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) — a critical national challenge — when the aircraft went down. The statement described the fallen officials as “gallant se...
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Dagbon King Mourns Victims of Dampia Range Helicopter Crash
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Dagbon King Mourns Victims of Dampia Range Helicopter Crash

His Royal Majesty Ndan Ya-Na Abukari II, King of Dagbon, has expressed profound grief over the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives at the Dampia Range Forest Reserve in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region. In a statement, the King extended heartfelt condolences to the Government and People of Ghana, the bereaved families, and all those affected by the national tragedy, describing it as one of the most devastating incidents in recent history. Among the victims were two prominent sons of Dagbon — Hon. Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed Murtala and Hon. Alhaji Muniru Mohammed — as well as six other “brave and distinguished citizens” whose contributions to the progress, security, and prosperity of the nation were acknowledged by the Chief of Staff, Hon. Juli...
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GOVERNMENT OUTLINES THREE-DAY NATIONAL MOURNING PROGRAMME TO HONOUR FALLEN STATE OFFICIALS
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GOVERNMENT OUTLINES THREE-DAY NATIONAL MOURNING PROGRAMME TO HONOUR FALLEN STATE OFFICIALS

The Government of Ghana has officially announced a programme of activities for a three-day national mourning period to honour the lives lost in the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of several high-ranking state officials, including the Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and the Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. In a statement issued by the Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the government declared that the national mourning will commence on Thursday, August 7, and conclude on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The mourning period, according to the statement, is intended to provide a time for “national reflection and remembrance,” as the country gr...
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African Union Mourns Ghana Helicopter Crash Victims, Expresses Solidarity with Nation
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African Union Mourns Ghana Helicopter Crash Victims, Expresses Solidarity with Nation

The African Union Commission has extended its deepest condolences to the Government and people of Ghana following the tragic military helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region that claimed the lives of eight individuals, including two senior government ministers. In a statement issued from Addis Ababa, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, expressed profound sorrow over the incident, which he described as a “national tragedy.” Among those who perished in the crash were Ghana’s Minister for Defence, Hon. Edward Omane Boamah, and Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Hon. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. “The African Union stands in full solidarity with Ghana in mourning this profound loss,” the Chairperson stated. “May the souls of t...
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TUC Mourns Victims of Military Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to Nation
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TUC Mourns Victims of Military Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to Nation

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) Ghana and its affiliates have joined the nation in mourning the tragic loss of eight Ghanaians who perished in a military helicopter crash near Adane Sikaman, close to Obuasi in the Ashanti Region. In a statement signed by Joshua Ansah, Secretary General of TUC (Ghana), the union expressed shock and deep sorrow over the incident, which occurred on Wednesday, August 6. The crash claimed the lives of key figures in government, politics, and the military. The victims have been named as: Dr. Edward Omane Boamah – Minister for Defence Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed – Minister for Environment Alhaji Muniru Mohammed – Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Dr. Samuel Sarpong – Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) M...
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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Mourns Ghanaian Ministers Killed in Tragic Helicopter Crash
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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Mourns Ghanaian Ministers Killed in Tragic Helicopter Crash

Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has extended her heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Ghana following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of several senior government officials on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. In a solemn message shared on social media, Dr. Okonjo-Iweala expressed her sympathy to His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, the bereaved families, and the entire nation over what she described as a “terrible loss.” “My deepest condolences to HE President John Dramani Mahama, the bereaved families and the people of Ghana for the tragic loss of the Hon. Minister of Defence Dr. Edward Kofi Boamah and the Hon. Minister of Environment, Science and Technology Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammad and six o...
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Italian Embassy and President Sergio Mattarella Mourn Victims of Ghana Helicopter Crash
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Italian Embassy and President Sergio Mattarella Mourn Victims of Ghana Helicopter Crash

The Italian Embassy in Ghana has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals, including two senior Cabinet Ministers, on Wednesday morning. In an official statement, the Embassy conveyed sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Ghana, describing the incident as a devastating national tragedy. “The Italian Embassy expresses sincere and deep condolences for the victims of the tragic crash occurred this morning,” the statement read. Message from President Sergio Mattarella In a further show of solidarity, the President of the Italian Republic, H.E. Sergio Mattarella, has personally sent his condolences to President John Dramani Mahama following the heartbreaking news. The message reflects the close ...
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