The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight dedicated Ghanaians on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, near Adansi Sikaman in the Ashanti Region.
In a solemn message of condolence, Dr. Agyepong joined the rest of the nation in mourning the painful loss of prominent government officials, civil servants, and military personnel who were on official duty when the disaster struck.
Those who perished include Hon. Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Hon. Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Hon. Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna, Hon. Samuel Sarpong, Mr. Samuel Aboagye, Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manaen (Amaning) Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
“This is a heartbreaking loss — to their families, to the Government, and to the Nation they served with honour and distinction,” Dr. Agyepong stated. “Ghana has lost true patriots.”
He conveyed his deepest sympathies to the bereaved families on behalf of the entire Jospong Group, assuring them of their support and prayers during this time of national mourning.
“May their souls find perfect peace,” he added.
The tragedy has sent shockwaves across the country, with tributes pouring in from leaders, institutions, and citizens, all united in grief over the loss of some of Ghana’s most committed public servants.
