A Nation Grieves: Prominent Officials Perish in Ghana Armed Forces Helicopter Tragedy

Chief of Staff Hon. Julius Debrah has reported that eight individuals lost their lives in this afternoon's Ghana Armed Forces Z9 helicopter crash.

The deceased include:

Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed – Minister for Environment, Science and Technology

Hon. Edward Omane Boamah – Defence Minister

Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna – Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator

Dr. Samuel Sarpong – NDC Vice Chairman

Mr. Samuel Aboagye – Former Parliamentary Candidate

Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi

Flying Officer Twum Ampadu

Sergeant Ernest Addo