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The High Commission of Canada in Ghana has extended its heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Ghana following the devastating helicopter crash that claimed the lives of several high-ranking officials and military personnel at Sikaman in the Adansi Akrofuom area of the Ashanti Region.
The incident, which took place on Wednesday, 6th August, has resulted in the deaths of eight persons, including ministers of state, other government officials and crew members.
In a message shared on social media platform X, the Canadian mission expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence, and Dr Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology.
The post also paid tribute to the other victims of the crash: Mr Mohammed, Dr Samuel Sarpong, Mr Samuel Aboagye, Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Twum-Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
“Our thoughts are with the bereaved families and all those mourning this unimaginable loss. May they rest in peace,” the statement read.

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