A solemn burial service was held on Sunday, August 10, for the two Muslim victims of the August 6 helicopter crash.

The late Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed Murtala, former Minister for Environment, and Alhaji Muniru Limuna Mohammed, former Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, lost their lives while traveling to Obuasi for the launch of the Responsible Co-operative Mining and Skills Development Programme (COMSDEP), aimed at tackling illegal mining.

The ceremony, held at the Forecourt of the State House, drew high-profile dignitaries including President John Mahama, the Vice President, the Speaker of Parliament, the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and the National Chief Imam.

Traditional Muslim Janazah prayers were offered for the deceased before their remains were moved to the Military Cemetery in Accra for final burial rites.

While the two Muslim victims have been laid to rest, an inter-denominational state funeral for all eight victims of the crash is scheduled for Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Black Star Square.

Myjoyonline’s David Andoh was at the ceremony and captured these moments.

source: myjoyoline

The remains of eight victims from the Ghana Air Force Z-9 helicopter crash on August 6, 2025, near Sikaman in Adansi Akrofuom, Ashanti Region, were flown to Accra via a Casa aircraft and deposited at the 37 Military Hospital for burial preparations, per Ghana News Agency. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, alongside dignitaries, received the bodies with clergy-led prayers on the night of the crash.

An investigation into the crash’s cause, potentially linked to poor weather, is ongoing, as reported by Adom FM. The Ghana helicopter crash victims tragedy has prompted national mourning. Stay updated on the investigation and tributes for the Ghana helicopter crash victims!

Photos credit: The Presidency

source: myjoyonline