In a statement on behalf of himself and the entire Wassa Fiase Traditional Area, the Chief extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, President John Dramani Mahama, and the people of Ghana.

“Our hearts are heavy as we mourn alongside the bereaved families and the entire nation during this difficult time,” he said.
“This tragedy is a loss not only to the affected families but to the whole country.”

The crash claimed the lives of prominent public figures including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and five others, including military personnel.

The Z-9 Ghana Air Force helicopter reportedly lost radar contact shortly after departing Accra for Obuasi and crashed near Adansi Sikaman.

The Chief offered prayers for healing and unity in this time of grief.

“May the Almighty grant our nation resilience and unity in this moment of sorrow. May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace,” he added.

The government has launched a full investigation and declared three days of national mourning, with flags ordered to fly at half-mast across the country.

Statement of Condolence from Nana Enimere Kwaw II, Chief of Wassa Damang

On behalf of myself, Nana Enimere Kwaw II, Chief of Wassa Damang, and the entire Wassa Fiase Traditional Area, we extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims of the tragic helicopter crash in Ghana.

Our hearts are heavy as we mourn alongside the bereaved families, His Excellency the President of the Republic of Ghana, and the entire nation during this difficult time. This tragedy is a loss not only to the affected families but to the whole country, and we share in the grief that has touched every Ghanaian.

We pray for comfort, strength, and healing for the bereaved families, and for the souls of the departed to rest in perfect peace. May the Almighty grant our nation resilience and unity in this moment of sorrow.

Details of the Tragic Crash

A tragic helicopter crash occurred in Ghana’s Ashanti Region on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, claiming the lives of eight prominent individuals, including:

Government Officials:

• Dr. Edward Omane Boamah – Minister for Defence

• Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed – Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation

• Alhaji Muniru Mohammed – Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator

• Dr. Samuel Sarpong – Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)

• Samuel Aboagye – Former Parliamentary Candidate

Military Personnel:

• Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala – Pilot

• Flying Officer Manaen Twum-Ampadu – Co-pilot

• Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah – Flight Engineer

The Ghana Air Force Z-9 helicopter, which departed from Kotoka International Airport in Accra en route to Obuasi Airport, lost radar contact shortly after takeoff and crashed in a remote area near Adansi Sikaman.

The Ghana Armed Forces has launched a full investigation into the incident, with possible causes including technical issues and adverse weather conditions. President John Dramani Mahama declared three days of national mourning, with national flags flying at half-mast. The government has pledged full support to the affected families and is preparing state-assisted funeral arrangements.

Signed:
Nana Enimere Kwaw II
Chief of Wassa Damang
Wassa Fiase Traditional Area

Source: Adomonline

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Wassa Damang, he noted, is well-positioned to serve as a pilot community for this initiative. By integrating the town into a cooperative mining framework, government agencies can more effectively monitor and support small-scale mining while safeguarding natural resources.

A central aspect of the initiative involves large-scale mining companies releasing mine waste materials to local communities for value-added activities.

Nana Enimere Kwaw II explained that these waste rocks, when processed, can be used to manufacture products like tiles, glass, and residual gold—opening up avenues for entrepreneurship, innovation, and job creation in Damang.

Under his leadership, the community has already attracted interest from potential investors eager to collaborate on mine waste transformation projects.

He revealed that Damang is on the cusp of securing a $20 million investment for the soon-to-be-launched Damang Mining Community Development Hub.

This hub will focus on training, innovation, and the development of mining-related value chains aimed at sustainable community development.

Nana Enimere Kwaw II stressed that the Damang model demonstrates the potential of cooperative mining when combined with visionary traditional leadership, government backing, and private sector participation.

He urged national authorities to adopt community cooperative mining as a nation-building strategy—not merely a mining policy—to foster shared prosperity and inclusive development across Ghana.

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