The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has issued a directive for the immediate restoration of all national flags at public buildings nationwide to full mast.
The directive follows the conclusion of the national mourning period for the eight victims of the helicopter crash.
In a statement released on Monday, August 18, the Presidency expressed its profound gratitude to Ghanaians and the international community for their overwhelming support during the tragedy.
The government acknowledged the solidarity of chiefs, clergy, Muslim clerics, civil society groups, the diplomatic corps, political leaders, security chiefs, and service personnel who extended condolences, offered assistance, and stood with the bereaved families throughout the mourning period.
“We are deeply moved by the outpouring of solidarity shown across the nation and beyond. Your messages of sympathy, your attendance at the state funeral, your practical assistance, and the many acts of kindness extended to the bereaved families have provided great consolation in this time of sorrow,” the statement read.
The Presidency also extended appreciation to individuals and corporate organisations whose support ensured that the victims received a dignified state burial.
“As we return to the duties of resetting Ghana and building the country we want, let us remain united in prayer, comfort one another, and continue to support the families affected by this tragedy,” it added.
The victims of the Wednesday August 6 2025 victims werw Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Samuel Aboagye, National Democratic Congress (NDC) Vice Chairman Dr. Samuel Sarpong, Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu, Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, and Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
