The Ghana-Russia Center for Commerce and Relations has expressed deep sorrow following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians, including five government officials and three crew members, in the Ashanti Region on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.

In a tribute issued on Thursday, the Center’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr John Aggrey, extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, describing the incident as a devastating national loss.

Among the victims were Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah and Minister for the Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Hon Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed.

Others are Alhaji Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Dr Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chairman, NDC, and ⁠Mr Samuel Aboagye, Former Parliamentary candidate

The rest are Squadron Leader Peter Anala, ⁠Flying Officer Twum Ampadu, and ⁠Sergeant Ernest Addo

The ministers were en route to Obuasi for an official engagement when the Ghana Armed Forces aircraft went down in the Adansi Akrofuom District.

Mr Aggrey praised the fallen statesmen as “dedicated public servants who tirelessly contributed to the nation’s development and progress,” adding that “Ghana has been robbed of patriots whose legacies will endure.”

He called for strength and unity as the nation mourns, urging Ghanaians to uphold the memory of the departed with dignity and resolve.