The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has issued a powerful warning towards the politicisation of choices concerning the acquisition of a presidential jet and helicopters for the Ghana Armed Forces.
In keeping with him, such choices should prioritise human lives and the significance of security and effectivity, somewhat than serving as instruments for political point-scoring.
His remarks observe the current helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom within the Ashanti Area on Wednesday, sixth August, which claimed eight (8) lives.
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Talking throughout a go to by the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, on the Manhyia Palace, the Asantehene described the incident as a “nationwide concern” and expressed deep sympathy to President John Mahama and the bereaved households.
He confused the pressing must deal with aviation safety with the utmost seriousness, stating:
Sufficient of the politicising of the acquisition of presidential planes and helicopters. Human lives are at stake right here. We should make investments to safeguard security and effectivity.
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The Asantehene urged all political sides to unite in addressing Ghana’s aviation and safety logistics challenges to forestall future tragedies.
The helicopter crash claimed the lives of a number of high-ranking officers, together with Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Surroundings Minister Dr Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed, Appearing Deputy Nationwide Safety Coordinator Dr Samuel Sarpong, and Nationwide Vice Chairman of the NDC, Samuel Aboagye, a former parliamentary candidate.
Three crew members additionally perished: Squadron Chief Peter Baafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manaen Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo-Mensah.
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An interdenominational state funeral to honour the eight (8) fallen heroes can be held on Friday, fifteenth August, on the Black Star Sq..
