The tragic helicopter crash in Ghana’s Ashanti region claimed the lives of Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment, Science, and Technology Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, along with six other individuals. The crash, described as a "national tragedy" by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, occurred as the Z9 helicopter was en route from Accra to Obuasi for an event aimed at combating illegal mining practices. Eyewitness reports indicate the helicopter was flying at a dangerously low altitude amidst poor weather conditions, leading to the crash that resulted in no survivors among the eight on board.
Ghana’s government has confirmed that the bodies have been recovered and transported to Accra, handing many Ghanaians a heavy heart as they grapple with this unprecedented loss. A solemn ceremony was held at the Air Force Base to honor the deceased. Initially, funeral plans for the Muslim victims were being organized for Thursday but have since been postponed pending the identification of the bodies. The cause of the crash is under investigation, with local meteorological services warning of fog and rain in the area at the time of the accident.
In light of this tragedy, President John Dramani Mahama has halted all scheduled engagements for the remainder of the week, declaring three days of national mourning. Flags across the nation have been ordered to fly at half-mast. This incident marks a significant and sorrowful event for the Ghanaian public as they come to terms with the loss of key figures in the fight against illegal mining and security issues within the country.
Ghana’s government has confirmed that the bodies have been recovered and transported to Accra, handing many Ghanaians a heavy heart as they grapple with this unprecedented loss. A solemn ceremony was held at the Air Force Base to honor the deceased. Initially, funeral plans for the Muslim victims were being organized for Thursday but have since been postponed pending the identification of the bodies. The cause of the crash is under investigation, with local meteorological services warning of fog and rain in the area at the time of the accident.
In light of this tragedy, President John Dramani Mahama has halted all scheduled engagements for the remainder of the week, declaring three days of national mourning. Flags across the nation have been ordered to fly at half-mast. This incident marks a significant and sorrowful event for the Ghanaian public as they come to terms with the loss of key figures in the fight against illegal mining and security issues within the country.
