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Message of Condolence and Solidarity from CARE International in Ghana
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Message of Condolence and Solidarity from CARE International in Ghana

CARE International in Ghana extends its deepest condolences to the President of Ghana, H.E John Dramani Mahama, the Government and the people of Ghana following the tragic helicopter crash near Adansi Akrofum in the Ashanti Region, which claimed the lives of eight people including cabinet ministers, senior government officials and members of the Ghana Airforce. We are profoundly saddened by this loss. These individuals served the country with commitment and courage, and their passing is not only a loss to their families and colleagues, but to the nation as a whole. In this moment of grief, we stand in solidarity with the Government of Ghana, the bereaved families and the entire nation. We pray for strength to bear this tragic occurrence. As an organization committed to supporting ...
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SWAG Pays Tribute to Victims of August 6 Helicopter Crash
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SWAG Pays Tribute to Victims of August 6 Helicopter Crash

The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) has joined the nation in mourning the victims of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of distinguished leaders, patriots, and servicemen on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. In a statement of commiseration, SWAG described the deceased as “remarkable symbols of dedication and service to our nation”, noting that their lives and work left behind “a powerful legacy of integrity, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to the betterment of our society.” The association emphasised that the contributions of the victims had touched countless lives and would continue to inspire generations to come. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, colleagues, and the nation for this great loss,” the statement read. “May we...
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Burkina Faso Extends Condolences to Ghana Over Helicopter Crash Tragedy
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Burkina Faso Extends Condolences to Ghana Over Helicopter Crash Tragedy

The Government of Burkina Faso has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of Ghana’s Minister of Defense, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and Minister of Environment, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, in a helicopter crash on August 6, 2025, which also claimed six other lives. In a press release issued from Ouagadougou on Thursday, August 7, and signed by Government Spokesperson Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo, Burkina Faso described the incident as a tragedy that has plunged the Ghanaian nation into mourning. “The Burkinabe Government extends its sincere condolences to the Government and the brotherly people of Ghana,” the statement read, adding that Burkina Faso shares in the grief of the bereaved families and expresses compassion to all affected by the disaster. The government reaffirmed its ...
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NCCE Mourns Eight Patriots Lost in Adansi Akrofuom Helicopter Crash
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NCCE Mourns Eight Patriots Lost in Adansi Akrofuom Helicopter Crash

The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has joined the nation in mourning the tragic loss of eight Ghanaians, including two cabinet ministers, government officials, and military officers, in a military helicopter crash that occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region. In a statement signed by the Chairperson, Kathleen Addy, the Commission described the incident as a “monumental loss to our Republic” and extended heartfelt condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, the government, and the bereaved families. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families, whose hearts are heavy with grief,” the statement read. The NCCE also paid special tribute to one of the victims, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Ministe...
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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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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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