A solemn Islamic burial ceremony was held yesterday, August 10, 2025 at the Forecourt of the State House for Dr. Ibrahim Muhammed Murtala, former Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation and Alhaji MuniruLimuna Mohammed, former Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator.
The two were among eight people who perished in the August 6 Ghana Air Force helicopter crash in the Adansi-Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region.
In keeping with Islamic tradition, Janazah prayers were offered before their remains were conveyed to the Military Cemetery, near Burma Camp, for interment.
The burial service drew high-profile dignitaries, including President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin, National Chief Imam Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, Members of Parliament, government officials, the Muslim community, family members and the public, all gathered to pay their last respects.
The government has scheduled an inter-denominational state funeral for all eight victims on Friday, August 15, 2025 at the Black Star Square.
The national mourning period, declared on Thursday, August 7, 2025 began with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Ceremonial Gardens of Jubilee House. That event brought together leaders from across the political spectrum, members of the security services and citizens, united in grief for the tragic loss.
As part of the mourning activities, a “Night of Memorial and Reflections” was held at the Forecourt of the State House on Friday night. Former President John Mahama, addressing the gathering, urged Ghanaians to rise above grief and embrace unity.
“They were dedicated public servants, united by their commitment to Ghana’s success,” he said, paying tribute to all eight victims, including Flight Officer Chumam Pedu, Squadron Leader Peter Anala, and Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed.
He encouraged the nation to focus on truth, prevention, and resilience rather than blame, and to let the victims’ legacy inspire a commitment to justice, opportunity, and prosperity for all.
Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George also delivered an emotional tribute to the late Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, describing him as “humanity personified” and recalling his unmatched attention to detail, his mentorship, and his deep love for family and country.
The crash claimed the lives of Dr. Boamah; Dr. Murtala Muhammed; Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed; NDC National Vice Chairman Dr. Samuel Sarpong; former parliamentary candidate for Obuasi East Samuel Aboagye and three Ghana Air Force personnel — Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
As preparations for the state funeral continue, the government and security agencies have launched investigations into the cause of the crash.
The tragedy remains one of the darkest moments in recent national history and leaders continue to call for compassion, unity and support for the bereaved families.
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