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The Majority Caucus in Parliament has joined the rest of the nation in mourning the tragic loss of eight Ghanaians who perished in a military helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6, in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region.
In a statement issued by Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, the Caucus extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved families, describing the crash as a “painful national tragedy” and a significant loss to both the state and the people of Ghana.
“It is with a deeply broken heart and profound sorrow that I, on behalf of the Parliamentary Caucus, extend my deepest condolences to the families, colleagues, and loved ones of our colleagues and distinguished patriotic Ghanaians,” the statement read.
Tribute to Patriotism and Public Service
The Majority Caucus paid glowing tribute to the dedication, patriotism, and service of the deceased, noting that their contributions to national development and security would be forever remembered.
“Their sacrifice, patriotism, and commitment to duty will forever be etched in the history of our Republic. May their souls rest in peace,” the statement concluded.
The statement emphasized the collective grief in Parliament, noting that the loss is not only personal but institutional — affecting governance, national security, and the military.
The Victims
The eight individuals who lost their lives in the crash were aboard a Ghana Armed Forces Z-9 helicopter, en route to Obuasi for a national assignment, when the aircraft lost radar contact and was later found crashed in a forested area.
The victims include:
- Dr. Edward Omane Boamah – Minister for Defence
- Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed – Minister for Environment, Science and Technology; MP for Tamale Central
- Muniru Mohammed – Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator
- Dr. Samuel Sarpong – Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)
- Samuel Aboagye – Former Parliamentary Candidate for Obuasi East
- Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala – Pilot
- Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu – Co-pilot
- Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah – Crew Member
National Mourning Continues
President John Dramani Mahama has since declared three days of national mourning, with all national flags flying at half-mast. The President has also suspended all official engagements for the rest of the week in honour of the fallen.
This incident, which many have described as one of the darkest in recent national memory, has drawn condolences and tributes from across the political spectrum, religious institutions, civil society, and international partners.
