ACCRA — The Parliament of Ghana has demonstrated its solidarity with the victims of the tragic military helicopter crash of August 6, 2025, by paying a formal condolence visit to the families of the fallen military officers. A delegation, representing the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Speaker, and led by the Clerk to Parliament, offered words of comfort and financial assistance to the bereaved widows.

The delegation included prominent figures such as Hon. Hajia Zuwera, who joined in expressing Parliament’s deep sorrow and support. This compassionate gesture comes as the nation continues to mourn the loss of eight individuals, including Defense Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, who were aboard a Ghana Air Force Z-9 helicopter that went down during an official assignment.

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The visit underscores a broader national outpouring of grief and support for the victims’ families. The helicopter crash, which also claimed the lives of a deputy national security coordinator, a vice-chairman of the ruling party, and three Air Force crew members, has been described as a “national tragedy” by key political figures.
Key Leaders Who Reacted to the Tragedy:

* President John Mahama: Suspended all official activities and declared three days of national mourning, ordering flags to fly at half-mast. He also announced the formation of a Board of Inquiry to investigate the cause of the crash.

• Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang: Led a government delegation to pay courtesy calls on the families of the victims, reassuring them of the government’s continued support.

* Chief of Staff Julius Debrah: Described the incident as a “national tragedy” and led a delegation to receive the remains of the victims.

* Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin: Expressed profound sorrow and Parliament’s collective grief, extending condolences to the bereaved families and the entire nation.
* The National Democratic Congress (NDC): Mourned the loss as “irreplaceable” and conveyed its “deepest and most heartfelt condolences.”

The tragic event has prompted a unified response from political leaders and institutions, both within Ghana and internationally, highlighting a collective sense of loss and a shared commitment to supporting the victims’ families in their time of need.