Ga Mantse, Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II
The Ga Mantse, Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called for support for the families of the eight individuals who tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash that occurred on August 6 in Adansi Akrofuom.
He emphasized that while the entire nation mourns the deceased, it is crucial to focus on supporting their families. “The bereaved families have our support.
Let’s come together for them and stand by the President as we honor the departed. This is not the time for division,” he stated at the forecourt of the Jubilee House on August 9.
The Ga Mantse visited to pay floral tributes to the souls of those who had passed away. “They were fulfilling their duties. We pray for God’s blessings for the families and offer our condolences on behalf of the country,” he remarked.
He further indicated that “our spirit as a nation will not be broken” and added, “May God bless our homeland, Ghana.” On August 6, during an emergency press briefing at the Presidency, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah announced that Defence Minister Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah and Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation were among those who died in the fatal military helicopter crash.
Former Ashanti Regional Minister Samuel Sarpong was also on board the helicopter and lost his life.
Other confirmed fatalities include Alhaji Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Samuel Aboagye, a former Member of Parliament, and Dr. Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chairman of the NDC.
The crew members included Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Mane-Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah. “The President and the government extend our condolences and sympathies to the families of our comrades and the service members who died in service to the country.
All flags are to be flown at half-mast until further notice,” announced the Chief of Staff. The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) confirmed the missing helicopter in a statement on Wednesday, August 6.
They reported that the aircraft was traveling from Accra to Obuasi but had gone off the radar. This statement followed reports of a military helicopter crash in Adansi Akrofuom, Ashanti Region, on the same day.
Eyewitnesses noted that the helicopter was burned beyond recognition, and all passengers on board were similarly unrecognizable.
The GAF stated that the aircraft had three crew members and five passengers on board. “The aircraft was from Accra and heading for Obuasi but is currently off the radar.
All efforts are being made to establish contact,” the GAF’s statement added.
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