Ghanian defence, environment ministers killed in helicopter crash
Summary
A helicopter crash in Ghana has killed eight people, including the country's Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed. The crash occurred in the southern Ashanti region, and the government has expressed condolences to the families of those affected.Key Facts
- Eight people died in a helicopter crash in Ghana.
- The Defence Minister, Edward Omane Boamah, and Environment Minister, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, were among the victims.
- The crash took place in the Ashanti region of southern Ghana.
- The helicopter disappeared from radar after taking off from Accra.
- The aircraft was heading for Obuasi, a location northwest of Accra.
- Ghanaian President John Mahama has suspended his official activities for the day.
- Flags in the country will be flown at half-mast to honor the victims.
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