“𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳, 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗮” — 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗗𝗖 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝘃𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗵

The Western North Regional NDC Teachers’ Forum has joined the nation in mourning the victims of the August 6, 2025 helicopter crash, which claimed the lives of prominent government officials and dedicated public servants.

The tragic incident took the lives of Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Mane-Twum Ampadu, Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah, Alhaji Limuna Mohammed-Muniru, Samuel Sarpong, and Samuel Aboagye.

In a statement signed by its President, Mr. Abubakar Djibo, the Forum described the deceased as “remarkable individuals who served Ghana with vision, discipline, and unwavering commitment to national development and security.”

They extended their deepest sympathies to bereaved families, colleagues, and loved ones, urging them to take comfort in cherished memories and the enduring legacy left behind.

The Forum specifically conveyed condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, acknowledging “the weight of responsibility and grief that rests on your shoulders” and assuring him of their solidarity in this time of sorrow.

“As we mourn the loss of these great servants of the nation, we take comfort in the knowledge that they died serving their country. Their contributions to Ghana’s progress will always be remembered,” the statement said, noting that national flags have been directed to fly at half-mast in their honor.

The Teachers’ Forum concluded by reaffirming unity with the nation, pledging to honour the memory of the fallen and to draw inspiration from their dedication, passion, and commitment to public service.