49 h. ago Ghana Ministers Lead National Mourning for Crash Victims as Election Debate Intensifies

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-ministers-lead-national-mourning-for-crash-victims-as-election-debate-intensifies/Deputy Interior Minister Ebenezer Okletey Terlarbi led a somber delegation to honor eight victims of the August 6 helicopter crash, visiting memorial sites across government institutions. At the Flagstaff House Ceremonial Gardens, Terlarbi accompanied by ministry directors praised the deceased as “gallant patriots” while signing condolence books at the Defence, Environment, and NADMO headquarters. The […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-ministers-lead-national-mourning-for-crash-victims-as-election-debate-intensifies/

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62 h. ago Helicopter Crash: Tongu Chiefs’ Union Consoles Government, Bereaved Families

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Benjamin Makafui Attipoe, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/helicopter-crash-tongu-chiefs-union-consoles-government-bereaved-families/Tongu Chiefs’ Union Extends Condolences to President Mahama and the Bereaved Families of the Eight Fallen Heroes …….. The Tongu Chiefs’ Union (TCU) has expressed its heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the President, the good people of Ghana, as well as the bereaved families of the eight (8) gallant heroes who perished in last week’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Benjamin Makafui Attipoe, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/helicopter-crash-tongu-chiefs-union-consoles-government-bereaved-families/

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3 d. ago Ghanaian Activist Joins President in Urging Restraint After Deadly Helicopter Crash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-activist-joins-president-in-urging-restraint-after-deadly-helicopter-crash/Ghanaian lawyer and activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has called for a disciplined approach to investigating Wednesday’s military helicopter crash that killed ten people, including senior government officials. The Convener of the Fix the Country Movement stressed that determining the cause must rely on rigorous inquiry, not speculation or emotional reactions. “Investigating the causes of the accident, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-activist-joins-president-in-urging-restraint-after-deadly-helicopter-crash/

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3 d. ago Helicopter crash: Cherish one another, life is uncertain – Shamima Muslim

Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim has urged Ghanaians to embrace love, compassion, and unity in the wake of the August 6 helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including senior government officials.

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3 d. ago Helicopter crash should spur renewed fight against galamsey – Prof. Agyeman

A former United Nations Senior Governance Advisor, Professor Baffour Agyeman-Duah, has urged Ghanaians to honour the eight victims of last week’s helicopter crash by committing to a renewed and uncompromising fight against illegal mining, popularly known as “galamsey.”

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3 d. ago May God grant Murtala Mohammed, Alhaji Muniru Paradise – Mahama

President John Mahama has prayed for God’s mercy and a place in Paradise for the late Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed and Alhaji Muniru Lumina, two senior government officials who lost their lives in the helicopter crash on August 6.

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3 d. ago Progressive Intellectuals Urge Mining Reform After Fatal Crash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/progressive-intellectuals-call-for-immortalization-of-helicopter-crash-victims/Ghana’s Progressive Intellectuals (PI) think tank has mourned the helicopter crash that killed eight prominent citizens, including government officials en route to launch a national responsible mining program in Obuasi. The August 6 tragedy, PI emphasized, occurred as the delegation pursued “safeguarding Ghana’s natural resources for future generations” a mission they insist must continue despite […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/progressive-intellectuals-call-for-immortalization-of-helicopter-crash-victims/

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3 d. ago Stonebwoy Mourns Lost “Father Figures” in Ghana Helicopter Tragedy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/stonebwoy-mourns-lost-father-figures-in-ghana-helicopter-tragedy/Ghanaian dancehall star Stonebwoy has voiced profound grief following the deadly helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including two government ministers and military personnel. Speaking emotionally to TV3 on August 7, 2025, the artist described the accident as a devastating blow for the entire nation. He revealed deep personal connections to the late Trade and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/stonebwoy-mourns-lost-father-figures-in-ghana-helicopter-tragedy/

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4 d. ago Ghana’s Chief of Staff Vows Support for Helicopter Crash Families

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-chief-of-staff-vows-support-for-helicopter-crash-families/Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has pledged unwavering government support to families of the eight victims killed in last week’s military helicopter crash, assuring a thorough investigation into the tragedy. Speaking at a somber memorial service in Accra, Debrah addressed grieving relatives directly: “To the wives, children, parents, and comrades of our fallen heroes, know […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-chief-of-staff-vows-support-for-helicopter-crash-families/

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4 d. ago Helicopter Crash Ignites Renewed Calls to End Ghana’s Illegal Mining

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/helicopter-crash-ignites-renewed-calls-to-end-ghanas-illegal-mining/A devastating military helicopter crash that killed eight prominent Ghanaians, including two government ministers, has intensified demands for decisive action against illegal mining. The Ghana Armed Forces confirmed the aircraft vanished from radar en route from Accra to Obuasi last Wednesday, with eyewitnesses reporting the wreckage burned beyond recognition. Among the victims were Defence Minister […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/helicopter-crash-ignites-renewed-calls-to-end-ghanas-illegal-mining/

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5 d. ago Fundamental Baptist Churches Console President Mahama, Ghanaians Over Helicopter Crash Tragedy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fundamental-baptist-churches-console-president-mahama-ghanaians-over-helicopter-crash-tragedy/Accra – August 8, 2025 — The Association of Fundamental Baptist Churches has extended heartfelt condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, the Government, and the people of Ghana following the fatal Air Force helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians, including senior government officials, cabinet ministers, and military personnel. In a message signed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fundamental-baptist-churches-console-president-mahama-ghanaians-over-helicopter-crash-tragedy/

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5 d. ago Blood of 8 helicopter disaster victims on your head – Ashigbey blasts ‘galamsey’ politicians

In the wake of the tragic helicopter crash that took the lives of eight individuals, including key government officials, Dr Ken Ashigbey, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, has chastised politically exposed individuals involved in illegal mining activities.

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5 d. ago Asogli State Council mourns National heroes lost in helicopter crash

The Asogli State Council, led by Agbogbomefia Togbe Afede XIV, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians, including senior government officials and military personnel.

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5 d. ago Helicopter crash: Bawumia urges national unity in grief, devoid of partisan politics

Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called on Ghanaians to set aside partisan differences and come together in mourning, following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of five senior government officials and three crew members.

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5 d. ago E.P. Church, Ghana and the Christian Council mourn helicopter crash victims

The Evangelical Presbyterian (EP) Church, Ghana, in collaboration with the Christian Council of Ghana, has extended its deepest condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, the Government, Parliament, bereaved families, and all Ghanaians, following the tragic helicopter crash on Wednesday, 6 August.

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5 d. ago ECOWAS Expresses Sympathy In Wake Of Tragic Helicopter Crash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-expresses-sympathy-in-wake-of-tragic-helicopter-crash/It is with profound sorrow that we have received the tragic news of the helicopter crash in Ghana, which claimed the lives of several senior government officials, including the Minister of Defence, Edward Omane Boamah and the Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed. On behalf of the staff and leadership of all […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-expresses-sympathy-in-wake-of-tragic-helicopter-crash/

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5 d. ago Message of Condolence and Solidarity from CARE International in Ghana

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/message-of-condolence-and-solidarity-from-care-international-in-ghana/CARE International in Ghana extends its deepest condolences to the President of Ghana, H.E John Dramani Mahama, the Government and the people of Ghana following the tragic helicopter crash near Adansi Akrofum in the Ashanti Region, which claimed the lives of eight people including cabinet ministers, senior government officials and members of the Ghana Airforce. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/message-of-condolence-and-solidarity-from-care-international-in-ghana/

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5 d. ago Former President Kufuor visits Mahama to commiserate with him over helicopter crash tragedy

Former President Kufuor has paid a visit to the residence of President John Dramani Mahama to commiserate with him and the government over the tragic helicopter crash that killed two ministers of state and six other senior government officials and military personnel. The Vice President, Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, who was part of the meeting, […]

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6 d. ago Pope Leo XIV mourns Ghana helicopter crash victims, offers prayers for nation

Pope Leo XIV has expressed profound sorrow over the deaths of ministers, government officials, and military personnel who died in a tragic helicopter crash in Ghana on Wednesday, August 6.

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6 d. ago Deeper Christian Life Ministry mourns air crash victims, offers prayers for nation’s healing

The Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) Ghana has expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to government and the bereaved families following the tragic helicopter crash on Wednesday.

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