The glow of candles lit up the Forecourt of the State House on Friday night as President John Mahama urged Ghanaians to rise above grief and embrace unity, following the military helicopter crash that killed eight people at Adansi Akrofuom on August 6. Addressing dignitaries including Members of Parliament, senior military officers, and civil servants, […]
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President John Dramani Mahama has told Ghanaians to honour the departed persons in the helicopter crash not only with their tears, but with a renewed dedication to the ideals they lived for. President Mahama said the victims served Ghana with their last breath. “It is our sacred duty to continue that service to build the […]
The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has extended its heartfelt condolences to the families of the eight individuals who tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Among the victims were two high-ranking government officials: the Minister of Defense, Dr. Omane Boamah, and the Minister of Environment, Science, and […]
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Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has paid a visit to President John Dramani Mahama at his residence in Accra to express his condolences to him, as the nation mourns the loss of some eight persons involved in the helicopter crash. Dr Bawumia visited President Mahama in the afternoon of Saturday, August 9. “I also […]
The black box in the helicopter that was involved in the accident should be sent back to the manufacturers of the helicopter for them to open and assess what caused the crash, a former Air Force officer, Wing Commander Patrick Nelson Sogbodjorm, has said. Alliteratively, he said that the manufacturers can be invited into Ghana […]
A former Air Force officer, Wing Commander Patrick Nelson Sogbodjorm, has said that although the black box in the helicopter that was involved in the accident has been found, it is not something that they can just open and get an answer. He stated that the box will have to be sent back to the […]
The President of the Ghana Academy of Forensic Sciences, Dr. Pet-Paul Wepeba, has raised concerns over the handling of the crash site in fatal military helicopter incident claiming the lives of two ministers and six others. Speaking on the matter, Dr. Wepeba said the crash scene was not properly secured, allowing local residents to remove […]
The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah has said that it will take a long time to heal or recover from the shock following the tragic helicopter accident that claimed eight lives. He says that following the crash, several questions have been asked. “Perhaps it will take a long while to forget or heal these scars, […]
The tragic death of the eight persons in the helicopter crash has led to many questions being asked, the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has said. He says over the past three days, they have asked why them, why this way, and why now? Speaking during the vigil on Saturday, August 9, he said,”This time reminds […]
While some have speculated that poor weather may have contributed to the military helicopter crashing in the Ashanti Region, a former Air Force officer says the conditions were not bad enough to ground the flight. Wing Commander Patrick Nelson Sogbodjor explained that before any mission, pilots receive up-to-date weather information and must get clearance from […]
The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has said that the tragic death of the eight persons in the helicopter crash should remind Ghanaians of the spirit of oneness and togetherness. He says the death of eight persons has led to several questions being asked. “This time reminds us of the spirit of oneness, the spirit […]
France-born Ghanaian midfielder Edwin Quarshie delivered an outstanding performance as he found the back of the net for Le Mans in their thrilling 3-3 draw against Guingamp in the French Ligue 2.The 29-year-old experienced midfielder impressed in the highly competitive clash held at the Stade du Roudourou on Saturday.Quarshie played a vital role for Le Mans, lasting 67 minutes on the field and contributing significantly to his team's performance.The visitors shot into the lead
Retired Wing Commander Patrick Nelson Sogbodjor, has said that the Ghana Air Forces (GAF) helicopter that crashed on August 6 was a Chinese-made Z-9 utility helicopter. According to him, the aircraft is a model with a long service history and multiple uses. “This aircraft was donated by the Chinese about two years ago. It is […]
Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communications, has said the tragic death of the eight persons in the helicopter crash should inspire everyone to the ideals of service. He said these eight persons died in the line of duty, hence the need to remind all to serve the country. He added that their legacies should […]
The tragic death of the eight persons in the helicopter crash should galvanise everyone to work harder for Ghana, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communications, has said. He added that their legacies should inspire all to serve. “Let us never forget the price they paid in the line of duty, and may their legacy […]
The Takoradi Airport, which usually witnesses warm embraces and kisses of farewell, became shrouded in wails of grief—cries understood only by the families and loved ones of the crew who lost their lives in the tragic helicopter crash off Adansi Akrofuom in the Ashanti Region—during a vigil held in their honour on Friday, August 8. […]
Ghana international Daniel Afriyie Barnieh delivered a top-class performance to help FC Aarau secure victory over Xamax in the Swiss Challenge League.The former Hearts of Oak forward started and played full throttle of the match as his outfit cruised to a 2-0 win over their opponent on Saturday.FC Aarau scored on either side of the pitch to snatch victory over Xamax at the Stadion Brügglifeld.Barnieh, who joined the Swiss lower-tier club this summer opened the scoring for the
A former National Chairman for the largest opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Afoko, has called for GH¢1.00 contribution from every Ghanaian to purchase new aircrafts for the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). Mr. Afoko said Ghana’s population of over thirty million can raise some amount to purchase at least two aircrafts for the state in […]
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