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Tribute to Fallen Leaders and Heroes in Ghanaian Helicopter Crash

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Ghana is in mourning after a devastating military helicopter crash claimed the lives of nine people, including Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Alhaji Mohammed Muniru Limuna, on August 6, 2025. The flight was en route to Obuasi for the launch of the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP) when the Ghana Air Force Z-9 helicopter crashed. In an emotional tribute, MP for Salaga-South, Hajia Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, paid homage to the victims, highlighting Alhaji Muniru's pivotal role in the development of Salaga-South.

Key Takeaways:

  • The helicopter crash claimed the lives of nine people, including Alhaji Mohammed Muniru Limuna, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, and seven others.
  • Alhaji Muniru was a key figure in the development of Salaga-South, contributing to the construction of 15 boreholes, two dams, and numerous roads.
  • He was a respected figure in Ghanaian politics, serving in various roles under President John Dramani Mahama's first term, including Northern Regional Minister and Minister of Food and Agriculture.
  • The Ghana Armed Forces has initiated a full investigation into the crash, with the flight data and cockpit voice recorders retrieved.
  • A state funeral is scheduled for August 15, 2025, at Black Star Square, with books of condolence to be opened from August 10 to August 14 at various locations.
  • President John Dramani Mahama has declared a three-day national mourning period starting August 7, 2025, with flags flown at half-mast.

Statistics:

  • 9 people killed in the helicopter crash, including Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Alhaji Mohammed Muniru Limuna and seven others.
  • 4 deadly aircraft crashes reported in Ghana's history.
  • 35 fatalities associated with these crashes.

Sources:

  • "Tribute to Fallen Leaders and Heroes: A Tribute to Our Fallen Leaders and Heroes" by Hajia Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, August 7, 2025.
  • Ghana Web, "Ghana Honours Fallen Heroes: President Mahama Declares 3-Day Mourning", August 6, 2025.
  • Ghana Web, "Helicopter Crash: 'We Will Forever Miss Your Passionate Spirit' - Hajia Zuwera Mourns Alhaji Muniru", August 6, 2025.
  • Ghana Armed Forces, Statement on Helicopter Crash Investigation, August 7, 2025.

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