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German Embassy Mourns Victims of Helicopter Crash in Ghana
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German Embassy Mourns Victims of Helicopter Crash in Ghana

The German Embassy in Accra has expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt sympathy following the tragic helicopter crash that occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, claiming the lives of several high-ranking government officials and crew members. In a solemn statement released Thursday morning, the Embassy said, “It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt sympathy that the German Embassy in Accra has learned of the tragic loss of lives in a helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.” The crash, which has sent shockwaves across Ghana and beyond, resulted in the untimely deaths of key state officials, including the Minister of Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and the Minister for Environment, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. The German government extended its condolences to the families of th...
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UN Mourns Ghana Airforce Helicopter Tragedy, Pays Tribute to Fallen Ministers
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UN Mourns Ghana Airforce Helicopter Tragedy, Pays Tribute to Fallen Ministers

The United Nations family in Ghana has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic crash of a Ghana Airforce Z-9 helicopter, which claimed the lives of several high-ranking government officials, including the Honourable Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, and the Honourable Minister for Environment, Science, and Technology, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed. In a solemn statement, the UN Resident Coordinator in Ghana, Zia Choudhury, conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, the Government, and the people of Ghana, describing the incident as a “national wound” and a tragedy that resonates beyond the borders of Ghana. “The United Nations family in Ghana mourns with the nation in this moment of deep grief,” the statement read. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to ...
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Dr. Mensa Otabil Offers Heartfelt Prayer for Grieving Families Following National Tragedy
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Dr. Mensa Otabil Offers Heartfelt Prayer for Grieving Families Following National Tragedy

In the wake of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of several high-ranking Ghanaian officials, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Minister for Environment, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, renowned pastor and founder of the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC), Dr. Mensa Otabil, has offered a moving prayer of comfort for the bereaved families and the entire nation. Speaking from the ICGC headquarters, Dr. Otabil acknowledged the deep pain and devastation brought on by the tragedy, and turned to God as the ultimate source of hope and healing. “Father, we thank You, for You are the God of all comfort,” he prayed. “When our hearts are overwhelmed, and we don’t know where to turn, You are the Rock that is higher than us.” Dr. Otabil lifted up the ...
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ECOWAS Mourns Ghana’s Loss in Helicopter Crash, Sends Message of Condolence
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ECOWAS Mourns Ghana’s Loss in Helicopter Crash, Sends Message of Condolence

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed deep sorrow following the tragic helicopter crash in Ghana that claimed the lives of several high-ranking government officials, including the Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and the Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. In an official statement issued from its headquarters in Abuja, ECOWAS described the news as a “huge loss” and conveyed its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, the Government, and the people of Ghana. The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, who signed the statement, extended sympathies on behalf of the entire ECOWAS staff and leadership. He stated: “Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this moment o...
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President Mahama Suspends All Activities Following Helicopter Tragedy; Declares Three Days of National Mourning
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President Mahama Suspends All Activities Following Helicopter Tragedy; Declares Three Days of National Mourning

President John Dramani Mahama has suspended all official activities and engagements for the remainder of the week in response to the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals, including key government officials. In a statement issued by the Presidency, it was announced that the nation will observe three days of national mourning, commencing Thursday, August 7, 2025. As part of the mourning period, the government has directed that all national flags be flown at half-mast until further notice. The crash, described as a national tragedy, has plunged the country into a state of shock and sorrow, with tributes pouring in from across the globe in honour of the departed. Speaking on behalf of the President, Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Member of Parliament and Spoke...
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AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina Mourns Ghana Helicopter Crash Victims
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AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina Mourns Ghana Helicopter Crash Victims

President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals, including two senior Ghanaian Cabinet Ministers. In a heartfelt message of condolence shared on Wednesday, Dr. Adesina described the incident as a “devastating news and national tragedy.” Among the victims were Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, who were on official duty when the crash occurred. “I am deeply saddened by the helicopter crash today that led to the loss of lives of 8 people, including Ghana’s Defense Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed,” Dr. Adesina stated. AfDB Stands With Ghana ...
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Tamale Power Restored as Energy Ministry Intervenes to Resolve NEDCo, VRA Staff Strike
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Tamale Power Restored as Energy Ministry Intervenes to Resolve NEDCo, VRA Staff Strike

Power has been fully restored to Tamale and surrounding communities after swift intervention by the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, following a strike action by staff of the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) and the Volta River Authority (VRA). The strike, which had left parts of the Northern Region without electricity, was sparked by unresolved concerns raised by staff members of both NEDCo and VRA. However, a high-level visit led by the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor (MP), proved instrumental in de-escalating tensions and restoring normalcy. During his working visit, the Minister engaged with a wide range of stakeholders including the Northern Regional Minister, the Mayor of Tamale, NEDCo management, leadership of the NE...
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Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo Mourns Victims of Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to President Mahama and NDC
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Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo Mourns Victims of Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to President Mahama and NDC

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has joined the rest of the nation in mourning the devastating loss of eight distinguished Ghanaians in a tragic military helicopter crash in the Adansi area of the Ashanti Region. In a solemn statement released following the official announcement by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, the former President described the incident as a national tragedy that has left the entire country “profoundly shocked and saddened.” The crash claimed the lives of: Hon. Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah – Minister for Defence Hon. Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed – Minister for Environment and Science & Member of Parliament for Tamale Central Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed – Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Dr. Samuel Sarpong – National Vice Cha...
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Bodies of Ghana Armed Forces Helicopter Crash Victims Brought to Accra
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Bodies of Ghana Armed Forces Helicopter Crash Victims Brought to Accra

The Ghana Armed Forces has confirmed that the bodies of the eight victims of the tragic Z-9 military helicopter crash have been successfully transported to Accra today, Wednesday, August 6, 2025. The remains were flown aboard a Ghana Air Force CASA aircraft and received with solemn ceremony at the Air Force Base in Accra by a high-powered delegation led by the Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Hon. Julius Debrah, members of the Military High Command, and other government officials, family members, and well-wishers. The deceased include Defence Minister Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and six other military and government personnel who were on board the Z-9 helicopter that crashed near Sikaman, close to Adans...
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Kwabena Agyei Agyepong Mourns Victims of GAF Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to Bereaved Families
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Kwabena Agyei Agyepong Mourns Victims of GAF Helicopter Crash, Extends Condolences to Bereaved Families

Renowned engineer and former NPP General Secretary, Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals in the Ashanti Region. In a heartfelt statement released on Wednesday, Agyepong described the incident as a “devastating blow to our nation,” mourning the loss of courageous men—public servants and military personnel—who, he said, dedicated their lives to Ghana’s peace and stability. “This is a moment of profound national grief,” Agyepong said. “We have lost courageous men; public servants and soldiers who dedicated their lives to the country’s peace and stability.” Offering his condolences on behalf of himself, his family, and his campaign team, the former Press Secretary to...
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