A military helicopter crashed in Ghana’s Ashanti Region, killing eight people, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. The crash occurred on Wednesday morning in the Adansi area.
The deceased also include Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Alhaji Muniru Mohammed, Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress Dr. Samuel Sarpong, and former parliamentary candidate Samuel Aboagye, as well as three military personnel: Squadron Leader Peter Baafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manaen Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah announced the tragic news, stating that all flags will fly at half-mast until further notice as the government extends condolences to the families of the victims.
