Tragic Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Ghanaian Ministers

Ghana mourns the loss of Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment, Science, and Technology Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, who tragically died in a military helicopter crash. The incident occurred following the disappearance of the helicopter from the radar, as reported by the country's armed forces.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 06-08-2025 20:14 IST | Created: 06-08-2025 20:14 IST
Tragic Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Ghanaian Ministers
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In a tragic incident, Ghana's Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment, Science and Technology Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed lost their lives in a military helicopter crash, confirmed a government spokesperson on Wednesday.

According to a statement from the West African nation's armed forces, the helicopter, which had three crew members and five passengers onboard, went missing from radar earlier in the day.

This devastating event has brought sorrow to Ghana, as the nation mourns the loss of two prominent leaders who were serving in critical government roles.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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