The Mortuary Workers Association of Ghana (MOWAG) has extended its “sincerest condolences” to the families, friends, and colleagues of the victims of the helicopter crash that occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
The helicopter Z-9, was carrying five government officials and three military personnel, when it crashed around Adansi Akrofuom, near Obuasi in the Ashanti region, resulting in the loss of all lives on board.
In a statement released by the Association and signed by its General Secretary, Richard Kofi Jordan, on Friday, August 8, 2025, recognised the “significant contributions of these individuals to Ghana.”
In the statement, the Association reflected soberly on the incident, especially when it falls within the scope of their services.
“As mortuary workers, we recognise the somber nature of our duties in times like these, and extend our professional sympathies.”
“MOWAG stands with the bereaved families during this difficult time,” the statement concluded.
The Wednesday, August 6, crash occurred in a dense forest area while the victims were en route to Obuasi, killing Defence Minister Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Muniru Mohammed, former parliamentary candidate Samuel Aboagye, and NDC Vice Chairman Samuel Sarpong.
Three military officers, Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah also died in the crash. The Ghana Armed Forces Z-9 helicopter went off radar before the fatal incident, leaving no survivors.
The President declared a three-day national mourning for the victims in response to the crash, starting from Thursday, August 7. He also announced a programme of commemorative events, including an Evening of Reflections on Saturday, August 9 at the State House and the opening of books of condolence at key institutions from Sunday, August 10, to Thursday, August 14.
The mourning period will culminate in an inter-denominational state funeral at the Black Star Square on Friday, August 15, where the nation will formally honour the eight fallen individuals described as patriots who died in the line of duty.
President Mahama assured that investigations will be carried out to establish the cause of the crash.
