The government has assured counselling support for the families and children of those who lost their lives in the recent helicopter crash.
Eight people perished in the line of duty, plunging the nation into mourning.
The Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, speaking to the media on the sidelines of a thanksgiving service for the late Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and Wing Commander Peter Baafemi Anala on Sunday, August 18, 2025, said her ministry will recommend counselling services to help the affected families cope with their loss.
“If ever there was a time the Comforter comes closer to us, this is the time, and we pray for the families that they continue to enjoy the peace of the Lord. We do counselling, especially through the Social Welfare Department, but it is not something we impose on people.
“Families have their own ways of healing, so when they reach out to us, we assist them. As we continue to engage with them, and the need arises, we can suggest or recommend support, whether through a social worker or a psychologist, because this is not easy. It is something we provide, but we do not impose,” she said.
On Friday, August 15, an interfaith funeral service was held in honour of the eight persons who died in the August 6 helicopter crash.
The victims included Minister for Defence Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Muniru Mohammed, former parliamentary candidate Samuel Aboagye, and NDC Vice Chairman Samuel Sarpong.
The three crew members—Squadron Leader Peter Baafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah—also lost their lives in the crash. The three officers were posthumously promoted by President Mahama on Friday.
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