The Ministry of Defence has announced that the board set up to investigate the August 6 Z-9 military helicopter crash has officially commenced its work.
The Board, chaired by the National Security Coordinator, includes members from the Ghana Air Force and the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
In a statement issued on Monday, August 25, the Ministry of Defence said that the United States Air Force is also providing technical advice and assistance through visiting investigators. The Ministry noted that the board may invite other local and international experts to support the process.
The announcement recalled that a preliminary investigation team was constituted on the day of the crash to gather evidence, with its report scheduled to be submitted to the board today.
The Defence Ministry emphasised that the board has been given a 30-day mandate to complete its work and submit its findings.
The August 6, 2025, crash claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians. They are:
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Dr. Edward Omane Boamah – Minister for Defence
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Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed – Minister for Environment, Science and Technology
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Alhaji Muniru Mohammed – Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator
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Dr. Samuel Sarpong – Vice Chairman of the NDC
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Mr. Samuel Aboagye – Former Parliamentary Candidate (2020 & 2024)
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Wing Commander Peter Bafemi Anala – Ghana Air Force
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Flight Lieutenant Manaen Twum Ampadu – Ghana Air Force
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Flight Sergeant Ernest Addo – Ghana Air Force
