Obuasi Helicopter Crash: Agric Minister Eric Opoku Mourns Omane Boamah, Murtala Mohammed and Others
- Agriculture Minister Eric Opoku has mourned the tragic death of his colleagues in a military helicopter crash near Obuasi
- The crash claimed the lives of Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed and seven others
- An investigation has been launched after the Ghana Armed Forces aircraft went off radar and was later found in flames
- Apostle Eric Okai, senior pastor at the Elim Church in Accra, shared his views on this in a discussion with YEN.com.gh
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has expressed his heartfelt condolences following the tragic death of his colleagues: Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and seven other individuals in a military helicopter crash near Obuasi.
In a social media post, Mr Opoku, who is also the Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, conveyed his sympathies to the families of the victims.
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He described the loss of his devoted colleagues and dedicated personnel as "beyond words."
The Agric Minister prayed for strength and mercy during this difficult time.
"I am struggling to process this. My heart is heavy. I am completely devastated and dumbfounded by this terrible news. To lose such devoted colleagues and dedicated personnel to such a horrific event is just beyond words. May we all find strength in such a difficult time. Mercy!" he wrote on X.
Read Eric Opoku's post below:
How the helicopter crash occurred
The helicopter, a Ghana Armed Forces Z-9 aircraft, went off radar shortly after takeoff from Accra en route to Obuasi in the Ashanti Region of Ghana on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.
Later, the Chief of Staff of the Republic of Ghana, Julius Debrah, confirmed at an emergency press conference held at the Jubilee House that the helicopter had crashed, resulting in the death of the government officials and military personnel.
An emergency response team was swiftly dispatched to the crash site, where they discovered the wreckage engulfed in flames and retrieved the bodies of the deceased who were onboard the flight.
The cause of the helicopter crash remains unknown, with investigations currently underway.
Victims of the tragic Obuasi helicopter crash
Government officials:
- Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence.
- Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation.
- Alhaji Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator.
- Dr Samuel Sarpong, former Ashanti Regional Minister and Vice Chairman of the NDC.
- Samuel Aboagye, former parliamentary candidate.
Military personnel:
- Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala.
- Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu.
- Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
President Mahama dispatches delegation to victims' family
Following this devastating accident, President John Dramani Mahama dispatched teams to the family homes of the victims to officially inform them of the passing of their beloved relatives.
The Vice President of Ghana, Professor Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang, led a high-profile delegation to the family house of Deputy National Security Coordinator Limuna Muniru in Accra.
Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the Chairman of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), also led another team to the family home of Dr Edward Omane Boamah in the Eastern Region.
Apostle Okai sends condolence to families
Reacting to this in a discussion with YEN.com.gh, Apostle Okai offered his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the military helicopter crash near Obuasi.
He expressed sympathy for the families of Defence Minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and the seven other individuals who perished.
The pastor noted that in times of grief, it was essential to find solace in faith and the support of loved ones.
Apostle Okai commended Minister Eric Opoku for his heartfelt condolence message, which reflected the bond and camaraderie among public servants.
He prayed they find strength and comfort in the face of their loss. He also asked that God grant them peace, mercy, and guidance during this difficult time, and that the memories of the departed serve as a reminder of their dedication and service to the nation and the lasting legacy they leave behind.
"The tragic loss of lives in the military helicopter crash near Obuasi is a sombre reminder of the fragility of life. As a pastor, I offer my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, including the Defence Minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and the seven other individuals who perished," he said.
"In times of grief, it's essential to find solace in faith and the support of loved ones. Minister Eric Opoku's heartfelt condolence message is a testament to the bond and camaraderie that exists among public servants.May the families of the victims find strength and comfort in the face of this unimaginable loss. May God grant them peace, mercy, and guidance during this difficult time. May the memories of the departed continue to inspire us with their commitment and legacy," he added.
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Ghanaian man predicts another doom for Ghana
Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh reported earlier that a Ghanaian man, Abeku Adams Ekumfi, had predicted the national tragedy in a Facebook post made just days before the crash.
In a post dated July 28, 2025, he wrote that Ghana would be hit by a national tragedy on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
Source: YEN.com.gh
