Minerals Income Investment Fund on tragic helicopter crash

Death has done its worst again, this time, claiming the lives of some of Ghana’s finest public servants in a tragic helicopter crash last Wednesday.

They are: the former Minister of Defense,  Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, former Minister of Environment, Science, Technology & Innovation,  Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, former Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Dr. Alhaji Mohammed Muniru Limuna, former Deputy National Chairman of NDC, Dr. Samuel Sarpong, Former NDC Parliamentary Candidate Obuasi East, Mr. Samuel Aboagye, former Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, former Flying Officer Malin Twum-Ampadu and former Sgt. Ernest Addo Mensah.

The Board and Management of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF or the Fund’) are deeply shaken and heartbroken by that catastrophic helicopter crash.

To us at MIIF, words cannot adequately capture the profound grief that has engulfed our hearts and the entire nation. These were not merely public servants; they were fathers, husbands, mentors, and pillars of our democracy who dedicated their lives to the service of Mother Ghana.

For instance, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah’s unwavering commitment to national security will forever be etched in our memories. His vision for a secure and prosperous Ghana inspired countless young Ghanaians to serve their nation with distinction.
Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed’s passionate advocacy for environmental protection and technological advancement touched the lives of millions.

The tragic irony that these great men, who spent their lives protecting and serving Ghana, should perish while still in service to the nation, fills us with overwhelming sorrow. Their families have been robbed of beloved patriarchs, and Ghana has lost irreplaceable treasures of wisdom and experience.

MIIF, managers of Ghana’s sovereign minerals fund, understand the weight of national service and the sacrifices it demands. These fallen heroes exemplified the very essence of patriotic duty, often placing the nation’s interests above their personal comfort and safety.

We, therefore, extend our most heartfelt and deepest condolences to His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, who has lost trusted advisors and dear friends. Our hearts go out to Her Excellency Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyeman, the Chief of Staff Hon. Julius Debrah, the entire Government, the Chief of Defense Staff, and the resilient people of Ghana during these darkest moments.

To the bereaved families, Ghana weeps with you, MIIF mourns with you, and we stand with you during these excruciating moments of grief and disbelief.

May their souls rest in perfect and everlasting peace.
Our thoughts and prayers remain with you all.

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