President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to President John Mahama, the government, and the people of Ghana following a tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of two senior Ghanaian ministers and six others.
Among the victims of the crash were Ghana’s Defence Minister, Edward Omane Boamah, and the Environment Minister, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed. The Ghanaian presidency confirmed the fatal incident shortly after the armed forces reported that the military helicopter, which was carrying five passengers and three crew members, had disappeared from radar on Wednesday.
In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu conveyed his deep sorrow and solidarity with the people
of Ghana.“President Tinubu assures President Mahama and all Ghanaians that the thoughts and prayers of the government and people of Nigeria are with them during this time of profound national loss,” the statement read.
The Nigerian leader also encouraged the Ghanaian public and the bereaved families to draw strength from the fact that the deceased were lost in service to their country.
“The President urges the Ghanaian nation and the bereaved families and friends to find comfort in the knowledge that their loved ones died in the line of patriotic service to the country. He prays for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed and strength for those left behind,” the statement added.
The incident has plunged Ghana into mourning as investigations into the crash continue.
