The government has announced three days of national mourning in honour of the victims of the recent tragic helicopter crash.

The mourning period, which begins on Thursday, August 7, and ends on Saturday, August 9, is intended to allow the nation to grieve collectively and reflect on the lives lost in the devastating incident.

According to a statement from the presidency, the official programme will begin on Thursday with a public laying of flowers and the lighting of candles at the Ceremonial Garden in front of the presidency.

The tribute will start at 1:00 pm, and all members of the public, along with families and friends of the deceased, are respectfully invited to take part.

“This solemn act of remembrance will allow citizens to honour the victims and express their condolences,” the statement said.

The laying of flowers and candle-lighting will continue into Friday, 8 August, providing further opportunity for national participation.

The government has urged Ghanaians across the country to observe the period with reverence and unity, as the country mourns those who perished in the crash.

“These three days offer our nation a vital opportunity to collectively mourn and reflect on the profound loss we have experienced,” said Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications.

The period of mourning will conclude with an “Evening of Reflections and Memorials” on Saturday, August 9 at the Forecourt of the State House.

The event, set to begin at 5:00 pm, will bring together Ghanaians from all walks of life to remember the victims, acknowledge their contributions, and offer support to their bereaved families.

The government is expected to deliver official tributes during the ceremony.

Further details regarding the State Funeral and other related arrangements will be announced through official government communication channels. In the meantime, citizens are encouraged to participate in the mourning events with dignity and compassion as the nation stands united in grief.