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On August 6, 2025, the Ghanaian government officially announced the crash of a Ghana Armed Forces Z-9 Helicopter. The helicopter, which had lost contact during a flight from Accra to Obuasi, was en-route to an official engagement in the gold-mining town in the Ashanti Region.
The crash resulted in the loss of all on board, including several high-ranking officials and military personnel:
* Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence
* Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology
* Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy, National Security Coordinator and former Minister for Food and Agriculture
* Samuel Sarpong, Vice-Chairman, National Democratic Congress
* Samuel Aboagye, Former Parliamentary Candidate
* Peter Baafemi Anala, Squadron Leader
* Manaen Twum Ampadu, Flying Officer
* Ernest Addo, Sergeant
Following the tragic news, Ghanaian President Dr. Dramani John Mahama described the incident as a national tragedy, suspended all government activities, and directed that flags be flown at half-mast to honor the victims. The military has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
On behalf of the NBM of Africa, National President Olorogun Ese Kakor (JP) extends his deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and the entire nation of Ghana during this difficult time.