13 h. ago Abuakwa South MP Urges National Galamsey Action with the Gravitas of Mourning

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/abuakwa-south-mp-urges-national-galamsey-action-with-the-gravitas-of-mourning/In a deeply poignant statement following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed eight lives — including the Ministers for Defence and Environment — Dr. Kingsley Agyemang (MP, Abuakwa South) has called for a resolute and unwavering response to illegal mining (galamsey), grounded in the same urgency as national mourning. Dr. Agyemang, who mourned the loss […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/abuakwa-south-mp-urges-national-galamsey-action-with-the-gravitas-of-mourning/

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43 h. ago Prof Mike Oquaye says the helicopter crash is a major loss to Ghana

Former Speaker of Parliament, Prof Aaron Mike Oquaye, has described the August 6 military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including two cabinet ministers, as a national tragedy of immense proportions. In an interview with Channel One TV, Prof Oquaye said he was initially reluctant to accept the news, hoping it was untrue. “At first, […]

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63 h. ago Former Defence Minister Calls Helicopter Crash “Unprecedented Loss”

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-defence-minister-calls-helicopter-crash-unprecedented-loss/Dominic Nitiwul, Ghana’s former Defence Minister, voiced the nation’s collective grief at a State House memorial, calling the August 6 helicopter crash that killed eight officials an irreplaceable tragedy. “It could have been me,” he reflected, recalling his eight years in the role. His words underscored the profound impact on a country mourning ministers, military […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-defence-minister-calls-helicopter-crash-unprecedented-loss/

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64 h. ago Jospong Group Mourns Helicopter Crash Victims in National Tribute

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/jospong-group-mourns-helicopter-crash-victims-in-national-tribute/Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, Executive Chairman of Ghana’s Jospong Group, has joined a nation in grief following the August 6 helicopter crash that killed eight officials, including ministers and military crew. In a solemn statement, Agyepong expressed profound sadness over the loss of “true patriots” who served Ghana with distinction, extending condolences from his conglomerate […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/jospong-group-mourns-helicopter-crash-victims-in-national-tribute/

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2 d. ago ‘It could have been me’ – Former Defence Minister Nitiwul mourns helicopter disaster victims

Former Defence Minister Dominic Nitiwul has shared his grief over the recent helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, a tragedy he described as an unprecedented loss for Ghana. Speaking at the Evening of Reflections and Memorial at the Forecourt of the State House on Saturday, August 9, Mr Nitiwul revealed the immense sorrow felt by […]

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3 d. ago Tug of War Body Joins Nation in Mourning Helicopter Crash Victims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tug-of-war-body-joins-nation-in-mourning-helicopter-crash-victims/Ghana Tug of War Association (GHATOWA) President Emmanuel Olla Williams has extended heartfelt condolences to President John Mahama, grieving families, and the nation following last week’s fatal helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region. Williams, also CEO of Dreamland Sports Plus and One On One Foundation, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of eight public servants […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tug-of-war-body-joins-nation-in-mourning-helicopter-crash-victims/

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3 d. ago Tullow Oil’s US$61M Loss Spotlights Efficiency Urgency, Analysts Warn

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tullow-oils-us61m-loss-spotlights-efficiency-urgency-analysts-warn/Energy experts are pushing oil firms to slash costs and boost output after Tullow Oil posted a $61 million first-half loss, reversing its $196 million profit from 2024. The slump underscores broader industry strains as stagnant crude prices squeeze margins. Benjamin Nsiah, Executive Director of the Centre for Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy, minced no […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tullow-oils-us61m-loss-spotlights-efficiency-urgency-analysts-warn/

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4 d. ago Helicopter crash: Ghana Institute of Foresters mourns tragic demise of victims

As Ghana mourns the tragic loss of eight persons, including two cabinet ministers in a helicopter crash, tributes continue to trickle in from both international and domestic organisations to commiserate with bereaved families. The Ghana Institute of Foresters (GIF) has extended its condolences to the families as it joins the country in mourning the deceased […]

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4 d. ago Vatican Extends Condolences to Ghana After Helicopter Tragedy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vatican-extends-condolences-to-ghana-after-helicopter-tragedy/Pope Leo XIV has expressed profound sorrow following Wednesday’s military helicopter crash in Ghana that claimed eight lives. In a telegram signed by Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the pontiff addressed Bishop Matthew K. Gyamfi and Ghana’s Catholic leadership, mourning the loss of “ministers, government officials, and all who perished.” The message, released […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vatican-extends-condolences-to-ghana-after-helicopter-tragedy/

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4 d. ago Omane Boamah’s death is a deep personal loss; Ghana has lost a patriot – Ablakwa

Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has paid an emotional tribute to his late colleague, Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, following Wednesday's fatal military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including two Cabinet Ministers.

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4 d. ago This tragic crash is a great loss for mother Ghana – GTA boss

Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto, has described the August 6 military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives as a national tragedy, calling it “a great loss for Mother Ghana.

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4 d. ago Ibrahim Mahama sponsors emergency forensic transfer of helicopter crash victims’ remains to South Africa

Businessman Ibrahim Mahama, is sponsoring the emergency transfer of remains from Wednesday’s tragic military helicopter crash to South Africa for advanced forensic testing, as Ghana continues to mourn the loss of two ministers and six other officials. In light of the severely damaged state of the remains, Ibrahim Mahama offered his private jet for the […]

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5 d. ago Helicopter Crash: Upper East Regional Coordinating Council mourns departed souls

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/helicopter-crash-upper-east-regional-co-ordinating-council-mourns-departed-souls/By Godfred Polkuu – August 7, 2025 The Upper East Regional Co-ordinating Council (UERCC) has described the sudden deaths of two cabinet Ministers and six other officials as colossal loss to the government and people of Ghana. The UERCC in a signed statement by the Regional Minister, Mr Donatus Akamugri Atanga, said “The UERCC has […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/helicopter-crash-upper-east-regional-co-ordinating-council-mourns-departed-souls/

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5 d. ago African Union Mourns Ghana’s Ministers in Helicopter Tragedy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-union-mourns-ghanas-ministers-in-helicopter-tragedy/African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat has expressed profound solidarity with Ghana following the military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including two cabinet ministers. In an official statement, Mahamat conveyed condolences to President John Mahama, the Ghanaian government, and bereaved families, calling the incident “a devastating loss for the entire continent.” The AU […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-union-mourns-ghanas-ministers-in-helicopter-tragedy/

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5 d. ago Pan African Parliament mourns Ghana’s tragic loss in helicopter crash

The President of the Pan African Parliament has expressed deep sorrow and solidarity with Ghana following the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight citizens, including two ministers of state, on Wednesday.

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5 d. ago Helicopter crash: Tribute from Independent Power Generators, Ghana

The Independent Power Generators, Ghana (IPGG) has extended its deepest condolences to the families, colleagues, and the people of Ghana on the tragic loss of eight devoted public servants and gallant officers in yesterday’s tragic helicopter crash. We pay solemn tribute to: Dr. Edward Omane Boamah – Minister for Defence, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed […]

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5 d. ago Mohinani Group mourns loss of distinguished Ghanaians in tragic helicopter crash

The Mohinani Group has joined the nation in mourning the tragic loss of Ghana’s Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, dedicated military personnel and other distinguished public servants who perished in the helicopter crash on August 6, 2025.“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, the Government of […]

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5 d. ago Retired Military Official Dismisses Mechanical Fault in Ghana Helicopter Crash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/retired-military-official-dismisses-mechanical-fault-in-ghana-helicopter-crash/Former Deputy Defence Minister Major Derrick Oduro (Rtd) has rejected suggestions that mechanical failure caused the August 6 military helicopter crash in Adansi Akrofuom that killed eight people. The retired army officer, speaking on Accra-based Asempa FM’s Ekosiisen program, cited the Ghana Armed Forces’ stringent maintenance protocols as evidence against such claims. “This can only be about […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/retired-military-official-dismisses-mechanical-fault-in-ghana-helicopter-crash/

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6 d. ago President Tinubu mourns Ghana’s loss in tragic helicopter crash

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria has extended his heartfelt condolences to President John Mahama, the government, and people of Ghana following the fatal helicopter crash on August 6, which claimed the lives of Ghana’s Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and six others In an official statement delivered by […]

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