Tragic Loss of Minister Murtala Mohammed: Regional Minister Shares Heartbreaking Account

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The sudden loss of Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed in a helicopter crash has left many in shock, including the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene. According to Dr Amoakohene, Minister Murtala had planned to travel to Kumasi via a chartered flight, but had changed his plans at the last minute to join the helicopter, which ultimately led to his tragic demise. The regional minister's account of their brief conversation just hours before the crash reveals the deep respect and admiration they had for each other.

Key Takeaways:

  • Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed was originally planning to travel to Kumasi via a chartered flight.
  • He changed his plans at the last minute to join the helicopter, which crashed at Adansi Akrofuom.
  • Dr Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, was informed about the change in plans by the driver he had arranged to pick up Minister Murtala.
  • The regional minister expressed his heartbreak over the loss of Minister Murtala, calling him a "fine leader" whose words of encouragement will remain with him.
  • Minister Murtala was scheduled to attend the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP) in Obuasi.
  • The program was to be attended by Minister Murtala and Dr Amoakohene, who described their brief conversation as a demonstration of their respect and admiration for each other.

Statistics:

  • The helicopter crash occurred at Adansi Akrofuom.
  • The crash resulted in the tragic loss of Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed.
  • The Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP) was scheduled to be attended by Minister Murtala and Dr Amoakohene.
  • The program was intended to promote responsible cooperative mining in the region.

Sources:

  • Ghana Web, 07 August 2025: "Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, discloses the last conversation he had with the late Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed"