News coming in on the helicopter crash in Ghana – bodies to be identified as forensic results arrive in the country and received by Health Minister
Ghana is in mourning following a tragic helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region that claimed the lives of eight high-ranking government officials. The nation has been left reeling from the devastating loss, which includes two prominent cabinet ministers.
Helicopter crash in Ghana – bodies to be identified as forensic results arrive. Watch video below:
Defence Minister Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Dr. Murtala Mohammed were among those confirmed dead in the crash. The incident has sparked widespread grief and calls for improved safety measures for state transport, as citizens grapple with the sudden loss of key national leaders.
Authorities have revealed that forensic experts in South Africa conducted detailed examinations to confirm the identities of the victims. Their findings are now aiding Ghanaian investigators as they work to determine the exact cause of the crash. Early reports indicate that a comprehensive investigation is underway, with both local and international agencies collaborating on the case.
The tragic event has drawn condolences from across the political spectrum, civil society, and the international community. President John Dramani Mahama described the loss as “a dark day for our nation” and promised that the government would ensure a thorough inquiry into the circumstances leading to the accident.
This heartbreaking incident has not only left a void in the country’s leadership but has also united Ghanaians in grief. The crash serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the risks faced by those serving the nation at the highest levels.
