Accra, Aug 11, GNA – The leadership of the Afrikania Mission says it received the news of the sudden, tragic and untimely death of the eight Ghanaians in a helicopter crash with grief shock.
The victims of whom two were Cabinet Ministers, three government officials and three Military officers, died in the crash, which occurred on Wednesday 6th August, 2025 on their way to Obuasi for official assignment.
A statement issued by the Mission signed by Osofo Komfo Atsu Kove, Head of Mission and copied to the Ghana News Agency, said “I wish to express our heartfelt and deepest condolences to the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, the families of the departed souls, the National Democratic Congress, and the entire Ghanaians for the colossal loss which is irreplaceable.”
It said may “Mawu Sogbo Lisa” receive their souls and present them to the Supreme Creator. Having met their untimely demise on the day of national duty, may they rest in peace.
“May the Supreme Creator give the respective families the consolidation and comfort in these difficult times. Please, accept our highest condolences of prayer and spiritual support,” the statement added.
GNA
Edited by Hannah Awadzi/Lydia Kukua Asamoah