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Tragic Helicopter Crash in Ghana Claims Eight Lives

8/6/2025

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A tragic military helicopter crash in Ghana's Ashanti Region on August 6 claimed the lives of eight individuals, including Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed. The Z-9 helicopter lost radar contact shortly after taking off from Accra. As investigations unfold, the nation mourns, with flags at half-mast in remembrance.

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A tragic military helicopter crash in Ghana's Ashanti Region on August 6 claimed the lives of eight individuals, including Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed. The Z-9 helicopter lost radar contact shortly after taking off from Accra. As investigations unfold, the nation mourns, with flags at half-mast in remembrance.