Ghanaians have flooded social media with tributes and messages of shock following the tragic deaths of Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment, Science and Technology Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed in a military helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6.

The two were among eight individuals, including a presidential staffer and security personnel, who perished when a Ghana Armed Forces Z-9 helicopter went down in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region while en route to Obuasi.

Tributes are pouring in on social media platforms X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram following the loss of the officials.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, wrote on X, "Heartbroken! Sad day."

Heartbroken! Sad day

— Fifi Fiavi Kwetey (@fifi_kwetey) August 6, 2025

Your contributions have significantly shaped our path, Great Comrade. Your commendable efforts have created a legacy that not only inspires but also provides a strong foundation for uplifting our nation as we move forward.
May Allah have mercy on your soul pic.twitter.com/EoY5EuV1Nr

— Hon Haruna Iddrisu (@HonIddrisu) August 6, 2025

Black Wednesday

— Dr Frank Amoakohene (@DrAmoakohene) August 6, 2025

BLACK WEDNESDAY – A NATIONAL TRAGEDY

Today, our nation weeps.

I am heartbroken by the tragic loss of Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence; Hon. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Environment; and six gallant members of the Ghana Armed Forces in the devastating… pic.twitter.com/Wp1nSkykuU

— Seth Kwame Acheampong (@Acheampong_SK) August 6, 2025

Pain, unimaginable.

— Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa (@S_OkudzetoAblak) August 6, 2025

Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie also shared on X, saying, "God rest their souls and strength to the families."

God rest their souls and strength to the families #Tragic

— Sarkodie (@sarkodie) August 6, 2025

Ofoase Ayirebi MP, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, also expressed heartfelt condolences.

"...For the Pope John Sec Sch fraternity, Pojoba Senior Dr Omane Boamah’s demise stings extra painfully," he wrote.

On this terrible day of national tragedy, my prayers go out to the families of our 8 colleagues who have fallen in the line of duty and in the service of our dear country.

It is so so heart breaking to hear of our countrymen suffer this fate.

For the Pope John Sec Sch… pic.twitter.com/b0Fbrb1DpR

— Kojo Oppong Nkrumah (@konkrumah) August 6, 2025

Media personality, Giovani Caleb wrote: "Oh Chale, my friend is gone. Sad news, Piero. Fine officer."

Oh Chale, my friend is gone. Sad news Piero. Fine officer pic.twitter.com/nj8T6DzOl6

— G i o v a n i CALEB (@GiovaniCaleb) August 6, 2025

Several hashtags — including #BlackWednesday and #OmaneBoamah are trending as citizens, public officials, and civil society groups share their condolences.

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Farewell, my brother. I will remember the specific conversation we had forever! pic.twitter.com/z1QkTuilvU

— Hon. Emelia Arthur (@emeliaarthur_) August 6, 2025

Rest well till we meet again pic.twitter.com/B6hAhHWLt9

— Francis-Xavier Sosu (@fx_sosu) August 6, 2025

Aww aww pic.twitter.com/BeYI1a5nrO

— Captain Smart (@CaptainSmart_tv) August 6, 2025

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What is this life??? I can't breath. Lord have mercy!!!!!!
I can't even say RIP. . . . . Omane Boamah || Murtala Muhammed pic.twitter.com/6SCapn3Cpu

— Cookie Tee (@TheCookieteeGH) August 6, 2025

If you are praying for the Dr. Edward Omane Boamah reply with 'AMEN' Christ is KING, pic.twitter.com/BmGVnmfLy9

— With All Due Respect (@cdzas) August 6, 2025

Losing two of your most notable ministers: Omane Boamah and Murtala Mohammed can’t be just a natural occurrence. The NDC must take their spiritual lives seriously! pic.twitter.com/8XKVFwQMZp

— Albert Nat HYDE (@1BongoIdeas) August 6, 2025

God knows best

— code micky (@code_micky) August 6, 2025

OMG I just woke up and heard about the helicopter crash! Mayneee I’m so sad right now!

— Palago Mufasa (@Archipalago) August 6, 2025

RIP to Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah
He married last month pic.twitter.com/Wp1nr1EtAC

— Beno SarkCess (@_BenopaOnyx1) August 6, 2025

RIP Omane Boamah and Murtala Mohammed Black Wednesday pic.twitter.com/ceuGk1xfeO

— Twilight (@the_marcoliboy) August 6, 2025