By John Ogunsemore
Former Nigerian President, Dr Goodluck Jonathan and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have commiserated with the Ghanaian government over the two of two ministers in a military helicopter crash on Wednesday.
This is contained in separate condolence messages shared on social media.
Defence minister, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Environment minister, Ibrahim Murtalla Mohammed, were among eight persons killed in a military helicopter crash in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region.
Jonathan said, “I extend my deepest condolences to H. E @JDMahama, the Government and people of Ghana, and the bereaved families on the tragic incident of the military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Ghana’s Minister of Defence, Edward Omane Boamah, Minister of Environment, Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed and other distinguished officers and citizens.
“They were committed public servants who gave their lives in service to their country. Their passing leaves a painful void in the hearts of many.”
Jonathan further paid tribute to their patriotism and the sacrifices they made for the peace, security, and progress of Ghana.
“I pray that their legacy continues to inspire future generations of Ghanaian leaders. May God grant you, the affected families, and the people of Ghana the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. And may the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace,” he added.
Atiku said, “My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of the two Ghanaian cabinet ministers and six others who lost their lives in a fatal military helicopter crash in the Ashanti region of the country.
“My profound condolences also go to the government and people of Ghana.
“May the souls of the departed rest in peace.”
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