The Jospong Group of Companies has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic helicopter crash of August 6, 2025, which claimed the lives of eight prominent Ghanaians, including two government ministers and other high-ranking public servants.
In a solemn statement issued by Executive Chairman, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, the group joined the rest of the nation in mourning what it described as an “unbearable national tragedy.
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight dedicated Ghanaians,” Dr. Agyepong said, adding that the victims “served the nation with honour and distinction.”
Among the deceased were Defence Minister Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna, and NDC Vice-Chairman Samuel Sarpong, alongside three military officers and a former parliamentary candidate.
Ghana has lost true patriots
Describing the incident as a “heartbreaking loss,” Dr. Agyepong noted that the tragedy has affected not just the immediate families of the deceased but the entire nation.
“This is a heartbreaking loss — to their families, to the Government, and to the Nation they served with honour and distinction. Ghana has lost true patriots,” the statement read.
On behalf of the management and staff of the Jospong Group, Dr. Agyepong extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and all affected institutions.
Prayers for the bereaved
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families during this painful period,” the group said, invoking national unity and reflection in honour of the fallen public servants.
The statement concluded with a prayer for the departed: “May their souls find perfect peace.”
