The Acting Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has characterized the recent tragic military helicopter crash that resulted in the loss of eight public servants as a profound sorrow for the nation.
He expressed heartfelt condolences for the departed individuals who committed their lives to serving Ghana.
In a statement released on August 7, 2025, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie conveyed his deepest sympathies to President John Dramani Mahama, the grieving families, and the broader community of Ghana during this difficult time.
“The victims were not only public servants, but also patriots whose lives were dedicated to the service of our country,” the statement read.
“Their untimely passing is not only a personal loss to their loved ones, but also a grievous blow to the country they so faithfully served.”
The tragic incident involved the loss of several esteemed individuals, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, along with six others, among whom were three military personnel. They perished in a helicopter crash involving the Ghana Armed Forces on Wednesday, August 6, in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region. The group was on an official mission to Obuasi at the time of the accident.
In response to this profound loss, the Acting Chief Justice expressed the Judiciary’s solidarity with the nation during this period of mourning.
“The Judiciary and the Judicial Service of Ghana stand with the President, the Government, and with every grieving family, as the nation comes to terms with this immense loss,” the statement added.
He emphasized the importance of national unity during this time of tragedy and encouraged all Ghanaians to find inspiration in the lives of those we have lost.
“It is our prayer that the Almighty God grants the souls of the departed eternal rest and also grants strength, comfort, and healing to all who are affected by this calamity.”
“Let their legacies—marked by courage, selflessness, and devotion to duty—serve as a source of inspiration for all Ghanaians,” the statement concluded.
Source: Adomonline.com
