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Scenes from state burial of helicopter crash victims

Hundreds of Ghanaians have trooped to the Black Star Square in Accra, which is steeped in solemnity, to pay their final respects to the...

What is this grief, and what do I do with it? – Wife of late Flying Officer Manaen Twum-Ampadu

The wife of Flying Officer Manaen Twum-Ampadu, one of the eight victims of the August 6 military helicopter crash, has delivered an emotional farewell,...

These gallant men were the very embodiment of Ghana’s highest aspirations – Speaker of Parliament

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has paid an emotional tribute to the eight prominent Ghanaians who perished in the August 6 helicopter...

Omane Boamah’s short tenure as Minister was marked by transformative leadership – Chief of Defence Staff

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) has paid glowing tribute to the late Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and three Ghana Armed...

It is difficult to put into words the weight of such loss – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has described the August 6 Sikaman helicopter crash, which claimed eight lives, as a tragedy that “forever casts its shadow...

Biography of late Samuel Sarpong

SAMUEL SARPONG, VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC CONGRESS (NDC). Job 14:1-2 – “Man that is born of a woman is of few days,  and...

You gave me the experience of being deeply understood, supported, and loved – Wife of late Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah pays emotional tribute

The wife of the late Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah has described her husband as her “biggest cheerleader” and “hero” in a moving tribute during...

Biography of late Alhaji Mohammed-Muniru Limuna

Late Alhaji Mohammed-Muniru Limuna (Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator) Mohammed-Muniru Limuna was a distinguished Ghanaian public servant, statesman, and administrator whose life was characterised by...

“This was not the plan” – Anala’s wife pays tribute to husband

Ursula Wematu Asaghedewe, widow of Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, has delivered a deeply moving tribute to her late husband, honouring his memory and...

Pan-African leads fumigation of Kaneshie market

Pan-African Savings and Loans, in partnership with Zoomlion Ghana Limited, has carried out a comprehensive fumigation exercise at the Kaneshie Market. This Corporate Social Responsibility...

Galamsey: Man who incited violence against security personnel in viral video apologizes

A man captured in a viral video inciting illegal miners to attack security personnel has publicly apologized to the Ghana Armed Forces and the...

Murtala’s death has robbed us of a leader and father – Ministry of Environment

Tribute by the Ministry of Environment, Technology and Innovation to Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed  It is with profound grief and heavy hearts that the Ministry...

Muhammed’s life was a blessing to us – Wife of late Murtala Muhammed shares heartfelt tribute at state funeral

The wife of the late Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, has delivered a moving tribute to her husband,...

Biography of late Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed 

IBRAHIM  MURTALA MUHAMMED (MP) MINISTER FOR ENVIRONMENT, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY  Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed (December 14, 1974–August 6, 2025) was a prominent Ghanaian politician and public servant...

My mentor, you showed me the way but left me lonely – Deputy Defence Minister mourns Omane Boamah

Tribute by Deputy Defence Minister Ernest Brogya Genfi in honour of Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah You believed it is God who lifts women and...

Late Dr. Omane Boamah was a leader who deeply cared for people – Defence Ministry 

Full tribute by Defence Ministry to Dr. Edward Omane Boamah Dr. Edward Omane Boamah was a leader who empowered those around him. He entrusted his Deputy...

Children of late Samuel Sarpong deliver farewell tribute at state funeral

The children of the late National Democratic Congress (NDC) Vice Chairman, Samuel Sarpong, were overcome with emotion as they paid a moving tribute to...

Dada Fii, tell God I’m grateful He chose me as your mum – Late Omane Boamah’s mother 

Tribute from late Dr. Edward Omane Boamah's mother, Leticia Asante (Sister Abena)  As a mother, I gave you my all, my prayers, my strength, and...

Biography of late Defence Minister Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah 

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I  have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the...

We’re yet to come to terms with this tragedy – National Security pays tribute to Alhaji Muniru

The National Security Council Secretariat has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Muniru Limuna Mohammed, and the...

I am still looking forward to welcoming you back home – Wife of late Samuel Sarpong pays tearful tribute

Hannah Sarpong, wife of the late National Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Samuel Sarpong, delivered a moving tribute to her husband...

1 dead, 5 rescued after ghastly accident on Matse–Vane road

A tragic accident on the Matse–Vane road in the Ho Municipality has claimed one life and left several others injured. The crash involved an Isuzu...

Late Omane Boamah was more than a political strategist – NDC

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has paid glowing tribute to the late Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, describing him as “utterly fearless” and...

Full tribute by wife of late Defence Minister, Edward Omane Boamah

Mrs. Rita Omane Boamah, widow of the late Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, delivered a heartfelt tribute to her husband during an...

Access Order of Service for State Funeral of Our 8 Heroes here

You can access below, the full Order of Service for the State Funeral of the eight men who perished in the tragic helicopter crash...

I still don’t have an answer on what to do without you – Omane Boamah’s widow

The widow of the late Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, delivered an emotional farewell during the final state funeral for the eight...

Late Samuel Aboagye was a promising staff who made everyone feel valued – NADMO mourns

The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has paid tribute to Samuel Aboagye, one of the eight victims of the military helicopter crash on Wednesday,...

Fix energy and cocoa sectors to protect economy – World Bank tells Ghana

The World Bank has urged Ghana to urgently address structural challenges in its energy and cocoa sectors as part of a broader push to...

Star Oil probes Asukawkaw tanker crash that claimed four lives

Star Oil Ltd. has commenced an internal investigation into a fatal accident involving one of its Bulk Road Vehicles near Asukawkaw in the Oti...

Mahama has resolved to ruthlessly deal with ‘galamsey’ – Ablakwa

President John Dramani Mahama has committed to a "ruthless and relentless campaign" to end illegal mining, known as 'galamsey', to end the menace that...

Man, 27, shot dead by unknown assailants in Konongo

Unknown assailants have shot and killed a 27-year-old man, Awal, at Konongo Low Cost in the Asante Akyem Central Municipality of the Ashanti Region. The...

Our role goes beyond national prophecies evaluations – Presidential envoy

The Presidential Envoy on Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, has clarified that his office is not dedicated solely to receiving and reviewing...

Three arrested in Accra over possession, manufacture of illegal guns

The Accra Regional Police Command has taken three men into custody over claims they were involved in the possession and production of locally made...

Chief, IT technician in court over alleged stolen car

Two persons have been put before the Accra Circuit Court for allegedly stealing a Kia Forte from a rental service provider at New Bortianor. Nana...

Even in disagreement, you can’t quarrel with Omane Boamah – Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu

Former Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has remembered the late Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, as a man of remarkable versatility and disarming...

State funeral for fallen eight to be held today

Ghana will today bid a final farewell to the eight victims of the August 6 military helicopter crash in Sikaman-Brofroyedru, Adansi Akrofrom District in...

Helicopter crash should inspire stronger fight against galamsey – Ofosu Ampofo

Former National Chairman of the NDC, Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, has said the tragic August 6 military helicopter crash should inspire President John Dramani Mahama...

‘Daddy, why did you leave so soon?’ – Omane Boamah’s children mourn

Tears flowed freely at the Christ the King Parish in Accra on Thursday, August 14, as the children of the late Defence Minister, Dr...

Cutting down cocoa trees is politically motivated – Samuel Ofosu Ampofo

Former National Chairman of the NDC, Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, has described the recent viral videos of farmers cutting down cocoa trees as politically motivated,...

Advertising Association of Ghana pays tribute to helicopter crash victims

As the nation continues to mourn the tragic loss of eight persons who died in a recent helicopter crash, the Advertising Association of Ghana...