Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Sabah Zita Benson, has urged the government to launch an independent investigation into the devastating military helicopter crash that occurred on August 6, 2025, in the Adansi Akrofuom District, Ashanti Region.
The crash claimed the lives of eight individuals aboard a Ghana Air Force Harbin Z‑9 helicopter en route from Accra to Obuasi for an event targeting illegal mining. Among the deceased were:
- Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah
- Environment Minister Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed
- Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Muniru Mohammed
- NDC Vice-Chairman Dr. Samuel Sarpong
- Former parliamentary candidate Samuel Aboagye
- Crew members Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
Following the crash, Ghana’s government announced three days of national mourning, ordered flags flown at half-mast, and suspended presidential activities.
Highlighting concerns about potential foul play and politicization, Benson emphasized the importance of preserving the crash site for forensic analysis. “This is really painful… so bad. It hurts,” she lamented, insisting that “the crash site must be preserved for investigation just in case someone fiddled with the helicopter,” stressing that “the military is partisan. An investigation must be conducted.
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) confirmed active involvement in the response, working alongside other agencies to manage extrication and assess any fire or safety hazards, though the exact cause of the crash remains undetermined.
In parallel, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah announced that an investigation is underway to uncover the factors leading to the tragedy.
As the nation mourns, calls for an impartial, transparent probe grow louder, with many hoping a thorough investigation will deliver answers, accountability, and closure.
Source: Myxyzonline.com
