Accra: The Right Reverend Dr. Samuel Yaw Dua Dodd, Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana, Tarkwa Diocese, has called upon the people of Ghana to maintain unity as the nation mourns the loss of eight individuals who perished in a helicopter crash.
According to Ghana News Agency, the helicopter crash, which occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, represents a significant loss to the nation. The victims were young men contributing to the country's progress. Bishop Dodd emphasized the importance of their work, echoing sentiments from President John Dramani Mahama about their efforts to guide the nation in a positive direction.
Bishop Dodd offered his condolences to President Mahama, the grieving families, and the ruling government, urging Ghanaians to put aside political differences and mourn collectively. He also encouraged the nation to look towards preventing similar tragedies in the future.
The DNA reports for all eight victims have been delivered to Accra from South Africa, where forensic examinations were conducted due to the severe burns suffered by the victims. In line with Islamic customs, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central and Minister of Environment, Science, and Technology, along with Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed, former Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, have been interred at the military cemetery in Accra.
The remaining six officials who lost their lives in the crash in the Adansi-Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region will be laid to rest on Friday, August 15, 2025.
