20 h. ago Helicopter crash: Thank you for your show of support – President Mahama to President Bio

President John Dramani Mahama has expressed gratitude to his Sierra Leonean counterpart, President Julius Maada Bio for his presence and show of support during the national mourning of the eight victims of the military helicopter crash.

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31 h. ago Helicopter crash: Seeking forensic support from South Africa was for reaffirmation, says Benjamin Quashie

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Council of Elders Chair for South Africa, Mr Benjamin Quashie, has addressed the controversy over Ghana’s decision to seek forensic investigations in South Africa to identify the remains of the eight victims of the military helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom, whose bodies were burnt beyond recognition.

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33 h. ago V/R holds vigil to honour victims of military helicopter crash

The Volta Regional Minister, during an emotionally charged vigil organised by the Volta Regional Coordinating Council in Ho, paid a glowing tribute to the eight distinguished Ghanaians who perished in last Wednesday’s tragic military helicopter crash. The Minister described the incident as a “black Wednesday” that plunged the entire nation into mourning, noting that the […]

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53 h. ago Chamber of Licensed Gold Buyers mourns victims of military helicopter crash

The Chamber of Licensed Gold Buyers (CLGB) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic military helicopter crash in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region, which claimed the lives of eight distinguished Ghanaians on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.

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54 h. ago GAF helicopter crash: Health Minister, IGP receive DNA results of remaining 6 victims

Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno and Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh have received DNA reports from South Africa, confirming the identities of the victims of the military helicopter crash.

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56 h. ago Forensic findings on helicopter crash victims received, says Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has confirmed that forensic reports on all eight victims of the August 6, military helicopter crash in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region have been received.

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56 h. ago Ghana Receives Forensic Reports for All Helicopter Crash Victims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-receives-forensic-reports-for-all-helicopter-crash-victims/President John Mahama has confirmed that forensic reports for all eight victims of the August 6 military helicopter crash in Adansi Akrofuom have been received. The documents, finalized electronically from South Africa on August 9, enabled Sunday’s Islamic burial of Environment Minister Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed and Deputy National Security Director Alhaji Muniru Lumina. “We […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-receives-forensic-reports-for-all-helicopter-crash-victims/

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57 h. ago Helicopter crash: Penyi Paramount Chief Torgbiga Dadzi shares in grief with President Mahama

The Penyi Paramount Chief, Torgbiga Dadzi has consoled President Mahama and the bereaved families of victims of a tragic military helicopter crash. He said the unfortunate incident not only threw the country into a state of shock but also robbed it of precious lives and architects of national development. “It is with a heavy heart […]

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63 h. ago Ghana Turns to Healing After Memorial for Military Helicopter Crash Victims

The Evening of Reflections and Memorial, held on Saturday, 9 August 2025, at the Forecourt of the State House, was not simply a ceremony of mourning; it was Ghana's collective soul-searching. This profound event has become the national stage for transforming shared grief into a powerful, renewed sense of purpose.

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64 h. ago Ghana Buries Prominent Muslim Victims of Military Helicopter Crash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-buries-prominent-muslim-victims-of-military-helicopter-crash/Accra prepares to lay two prominent Muslim victims of the August 6th military helicopter crash to rest today, August 10th, 2025. Environment, Science, and Technology Minister Dr. Murtala Mohammed and Deputy National Security Coordinator Alhaji Mohammed Muniru Limuna will be buried at the Military Cemetery following Islamic rites. Janazah prayers for the two men will […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-buries-prominent-muslim-victims-of-military-helicopter-crash/

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67 h. ago Helicopter crash: Chief of Staff rallies Ghanaians to unite in tribute to the fallen

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has urged Ghanaians to remain united and uphold the enduring values exemplified by the victims of the recent military helicopter crash.

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67 h. ago Let us fulfil dreams of fallen heroes – Mahama tells nation after helicopter tragedy

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to transform their grief into renewed determination to build the nation, as the country concludes three days of national mourning for the eight victims of Wednesday’s military helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region.

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69 h. ago Final respects: Muslim victims of helicopter crash to be buried today

A solemn burial ceremony is scheduled to take place today for two Muslim victims of the tragic military helicopter crash that occurred on August 6.

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69 h. ago Ga Mantse honors helicopter crash victims with floral tribute

The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, and his elders laid flowers in honour of the eight victims of the recent military helicopter crash.

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2 d. ago GAF mourns Squadron Leader Anala, praises ‘irreplaceable’ legacy

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has paid a tribute to Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, one of the eight victims of the military helicopter crash on August 6.

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3 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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3 d. ago Burial rites for Murtala Mohammed, Muniru Limuna scheduled for Aug. 10

The Presidency has announced the burial rites for former Minister for Environment Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed Murtala and former Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Muniru Limuna Mohammed, two Muslim victims of the August 6 military helicopter crash.

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3 d. ago Let the sacrifice of the eight inspire a united and safer Ghana – Felix Kwakye Ofosu

Presidential Spokesperson and Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has called on Ghanaians to let the sacrifice of the eight victims of the August 6 military helicopter crash inspire a renewed commitment to unity, integrity, and national service.

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3 d. ago Livestream: Evening of Reflections and Memorial for helicopter crash victims underway at State House

The Evening of Reflections and Memorial for the eight victims of Wednesday’s military helicopter crash is currently underway at the Forecourt of the State House.

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3 d. ago Playback: Evening of Reflections and Memorial for helicopter crash victims at State House

The Evening of Reflections and Memorial for the eight victims of Wednesday’s military helicopter crash is currently underway at the Forecourt of the State House.

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