President John Dramani Mahama has presented Government’s comprehensive compensation package to the families of the eight (8) distinguished Ghanaians who lost their lives in the tragic military helicopter crash of 6th August 2025, reaffirming the nation’s enduring commitment to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to Ghana.
Describing the ceremony as the fulfilment of a solemn national promise, President Mahama emphasised that while no compensation can replace the lives lost, Government has a duty to ensure that the families left behind receive meaningful and lasting support.
President Mahama also expressed appreciation to corporate organisations, public institutions and individual Ghanaians whose generous contributions strengthened the Children’s Support Fund, reaffirming that transparency, accountability and prudent stewardship have guided every stage of the process.
“This is how a grateful nation remembers its heroes – not only through words of tribute, but through enduring acts of care, responsibility and solidarity,” President Mahama said.
Meanwhile, the Government has commenced a series of commemorative activities to mark the first anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash.
Yesterday, Thursday, 30 July, 2026, a presentation of the comprehensive packages was carried out in days, kicking starting the programme of activities.
The programmes are designed to honour the memory, service and sacrifice of the departed.
Some of the activities are the Dr Edward Omane Boamah Memorial Lecture, a National Inter-Faith Memorial Service, the unveiling of a memorial cenotaph, and the nationwide ‘Service to the Soul’ Blood Donation Drive.
Government has therefore invited the general public, civil society organisations, religious bodies, media organisations and all well-wishers to participate in the commemorative activities and join the nation in paying tribute to the Departed Eight through prayer, remembrance and acts of service.
Together, let us honour their legacy and reaffirm our commitment to the values of patriotism, duty and national service.
By Gifty Boateng