The Presidency has called on the public to submit tributes in honour of the eight people who died in the helicopter crash of 6 August 2025, as preparations continue for a state funeral this Friday.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Funeral Planning Committee extended an invitation to individuals, institutions, and the wider public to share messages of condolence and remembrance for inclusion in the official funeral brochure.
Tributes can be sent via email to tributes@presidency.gov.gh by Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM (noon) GMT.
The state funeral will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Black Star Square in Accra, beginning at 8:00 AM. It will serve as the nation’s formal farewell to the victims, whose lives and service the statement described as embodying “courage, dedication, and spirit.”
The 6 August helicopter crash has been described by the Presidency as a tragedy that has plunged the country into “profound sorrow”.
Details of the victims’ identities and their contributions to national service are expected to be highlighted during the funeral proceedings.
“May their courage, dedication, and spirit inspire us all to continue striving for a stronger, more united, and prosperous Ghana,” the statement concluded.
The message was signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu (MP), Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications.
