Ghanaian musicians Kofi Kinaata and King Promise have joined the nation in mourning the victims of the recent tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of several high-ranking government officials and military personnel.
The devastating incident, which occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in the Ashanti Region, has plunged the country into deep grief, prompting tributes from public figures, politicians, and entertainers alike.
Taking to social media, Kofi Kinaata expressed his condolences, writing:
“A tragic day for Ghana. The helicopter crash on Wednesday, 6th August 2025, has taken some of our nation’s finest. We honour their service and mourn with their families. May their souls rest in peace.”
A tragic day for Ghana.
The helicopter crash of Wednesday, 6th August 2025, has taken some of our nation’s finest.
We honour their service and mourn with their families. May their souls rest in peace.— Kofi Kinaata (@KinaataGh) August 6, 2025
Similarly, King Promise shared a solemn message on his Instagram story, saying:
“Prayers & strength to the families of the souls lost in the helicopter crash. So tragic & heartbreaking.”
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Prayers & Strength to the families of the souls lost in the helicopter crush. So tragic & heartbreaking 😞😞😞— King Promise (@IamKingPromise) August 6, 2025
The crash, involving a Ghana Armed Forces helicopter reportedly on official duty, has drawn national attention and sparked calls for an investigation into the cause of the tragedy. While the government has pledged to conduct a full inquiry, the mood across the country remains sombre.
Both artists, known not only for their musical influence but also for their civic engagement, urged Ghanaians to unite in prayer and support for the bereaved families.
As the nation awaits official updates, tributes continue to pour in from various sectors of society, underscoring the magnitude of the loss and the shared sense of mourning.
The soldiers and civil servants on board are:
Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister of Defence and Dr Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, in a military helicopter crash at the Adansi Area in Ashanti Region.
Others who died in the unfortunate national tragedy were Alhaji Mohammed Muniru Limuna, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator and former Minister for Food and Agriculture, and Dr Samuel Sarpong, the Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and a former Ashanti Regional Minister.
The rest are Mr Samuel Aboagye, a former NDC Parliamentary Candidate for Obuasi East; Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Malin Twum-Ampadu and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
