Ghana Releases Names of Helicopter Crash Victims in National Tragedy

The Ghana Armed Forces has confirmed the identities of eight individuals who died in Wednesday morning’s fatal military helicopter crash. The incident involved a Z-9 helicopter that went missing en route from Accra to Obuasi, a southern gold-mining town, where the crew was headed for an official engagement.

President John Mahama, describing the event as a national tragedy, immediately suspended all official activities upon receiving the news. He also ordered that all true flags be flown at half-mast in honour of those who lost their lives.

The victims of the crash include key government officials, military personnel, and party members. The full list of those on board includes:

1. Edward Omane Boamah – Minister for Defence

2. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed – Minister for Environment, Science and Technology

3. Muniru Mohammed – Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator and former Minister for Food and Agriculture

4. Samuel Sarpong – Vice-Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)

5. Samuel Aboagye – Former Parliamentary Candidate

6. Peter Baafemi Anala – Squadron Leader

7. Manaen Twum Ampadu – Flying Officer

8. Ernest Addo – Sergeant

In a statement of solidarity, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu extended his condolences to the people of Ghana and urged the bereaved families to find strength in knowing that their loved ones died in patriotic service to the nation.