Presidency Sets Up Task Force To Investigate Helicopter Crash

The Presidency has established a task force to investigate the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of two senior ministers and six others on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.

Deputy Presidential Spokesperson, Shamima Muslim, announced the move during an interview with Joy FM on Thursday, stating that the government is committed to uncovering the facts behind the incident and maintaining transparency throughout the process.

Among the victims were Minister for Environment, Science, and Technology, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna, and five others.

“There’s a task force to investigate what has happened,” Muslim said. “Clear and consistent communication will help ease the burden many Ghanaians feel. We will keep the public informed as developments unfold.”

She also noted that the Presidential Planning Committee is working closely with the families of the deceased to coordinate memorials and funerals in line with national mourning protocols.

In honour of the lives lost, President John Dramani Mahama has declared three days of national mourning. During this period, all national flags will be flown at half-mast, and the President has suspended his official engagements for the rest of the week.

Describing the late ministers as trusted allies of the President and dedicated public servants, Muslim said their passing had left a deep emotional impact. “These were individuals who pursued excellence from their student days and rose to international prominence through hard work and service.”

The creation of the task force comes amid growing public demand for answers surrounding the circumstances of the crash.

A dedicated team from the Ghana Air Force has arrived in Sikaman to begin a investigation into the tragic helicopter crash that took place yesterday, as authorities work to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding the incident. pic.twitter.com/KR91Mb0olz

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Source: Graphic Online