Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has visited President John Dramani Mahama to commiserate with him over the tragic loss of the eight nationals who died in the helicopter crash while performing national duties.
The visit took place on Saturday, August 9, 2025, as the nation mourned the loss that occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Adansi Akrofuom in the Ashanti region.
The gesture has been described as an act of unity and statesmanship, echoing the calm, non-divisive leadership style reminiscent of Ghana’s former President, John Evans Atta Mills, who died while in office.
Dr. Bawumia’s actions have been lauded by many, including political commentators, civil society actors, and the general public, for maintaining a temperate and dignified posture devoid of partisan divide.
Many see his decision to stand with President Mahama during a moment of national grief as a reflection of maturity in contemporary politics, where ideological differences often overshadow compassion and solidarity.
Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, in a heartfelt social media post, described both President Mahama and Dr Bawumia as “amongst the finest politicians in the whole world” and commended them for providing “shining examples” during dark times.
He noted that while leaders in other parts of the world are trapped in “pointless tussles” that polarise their nations, Ghana is blessed to have two statesmen who can rise above political rivalry to unify the country when it matters most.
Mr Bentil expressed gratitude to God for giving the nation “temperate, considerate, calm-mannered, yet capable men to lead us,” urging Ghanaians not to take such leadership for granted.
The former Vice President’s gesture underscores a wider yearning for politics anchored in mutual respect, peace and pragmatic problem-solving.
Bawumia’s actions have reemphasises the need to prioritise a governance that values national cohesion over partisanship.
For many, such moments are a reminder that progress is not achieved by “slashing and condemning” opponents, but by steadily building consensus and advancing together as a united people.
