GREDA Joins Nation in Mourning Tragic Military Helicopter Crash Victims
The Ghana Real Estate Developers' Association extends condolences following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including top government officials and military personnel in the Ashanti Region.
GREDA President James Condua Orleans-Lindsay delivers statement on military helicopter crash tragedy
Real Estate Body Extends Condolences Following National Tragedy
The Ghana Real Estate Developers' Association (GREDA) has joined the growing list of organizations expressing sympathy following the devastating military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives at Adansi Sikaman in the Ashanti Region on Wednesday.
In an official statement signed by GREDA President James Condua Orleans-Lindsay, the association extended heartfelt condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, the Government of Ghana, bereaved families, and the entire nation following this tragic incident that has shaken the nation.
Distinguished Public Servants Lost
The crash claimed the lives of several high-ranking officials who were en route to an anti-illegal mining event in Obuasi. Among the victims were:
- Dr. Edward Omane Boamah - Minister of Defence
- Dr. Murtala Muhammed - Minister of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation
- Alhaji Muniru Mohammed - Deputy National Security Coordinator
- Dr. Samuel Sarpong - NDC Vice Chairman
The impact of this tragedy on Ghana's political landscape has been profound, with the nation losing dedicated public servants who were actively involved in the government's efforts to combat illegal mining activities.
Military Personnel Among the Fallen
The crash also claimed the lives of military personnel including Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Malin Twum-Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah, who were serving their nation with distinction.
"May the souls of these eight national heroes rest in peace," - GREDA statement
Edwin Gyimah
Ghanaian journalist, covering African affairs for the past 10 years.