Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, has expressed deep sorrow following the fatal military helicopter crash that occurred on Wednesday afternoon at Adansi Sikaman in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region.

The tragic incident claimed the lives of several high-profile government officials, party executives, and military crew members

Describing the victims as “men of great integrity, kindness and loyalty,” Muntaka praised their immense contributions to Ghana’s development.

“Their presence brought light to those around them, and their loss will be deeply felt by all who knew them,” he said.

The Interior Minister extended his condolences to the bereaved families, friends, and colleagues of the eight Ghanaians who perished, and also conveyed sympathies to President John Dramani Mahama over the loss of “valuable individuals whose commitment to national service was unquestionable.”

“This is a monumental loss to our nation. Their dedication, service, and sacrifices will forever be remembered and honoured,” Muntaka stated in his Facebook post, adding a prayer for Almighty God to comfort the bereaved families and grant the departed eternal rest.

The helicopter crash has plunged the nation into mourning, with tributes continuing to pour in from leaders and citizens across the country.