Family of Dr Samuel Akwesi Sarpong unveil tomb

The family of the late Dr Samuel Akwesi Sarpong, former National Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has unveiled his tomb in honour of his memory, following his death in the August 6, 2025, helicopter crash.

In a video shared on X on October 16, 2026, a reverend minister led the ceremony to unveil the tomb as family members gathered to pay tribute to the late politician.

The solemn ceremony was marked by the singing of hymns as mourners reflected on the life and legacy of Dr Sarpong.

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His widow, visibly overcome with grief, also joined in laying wreaths at the tomb and offered a prayer, asking that her late husband continue to rest in peace.

Dr Sarpong was among the eight people who died in the military helicopter crash on August 6, 2025, which claimed the lives of senior government officials and other prominent figures.

Watch the video below

LIVE | Family of the late Dr. Samuel Akwesi Sarpong, former National Vice Chairman of the NDC, unveils his tomb in honour of his memory following his death in the August 6, 2025, military helicopter crash. https://t.co/8vJMEiF9rr

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