Dr Omane Boamah died in helicoter crash
The family of former Minister of Defence, Dr Omane Boamah, who died in a helicopter crash, has stated that the deceased was a staunch football fan.
Reading the tribute during the State funeral for the eight victims who died in the helicopter crash, the family indicated that he was an avid fan of Accra Hearts of Oak.
The family further disclosed that the former minister supported London club Arsenal and followed the team’s activities and progress passionately.
Despite his political prominence, the late Dr Boamah followed football very closely, hence his remarks on footballing issues when he was alive.
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“He was a man of intellect and passion. He loved books, reggae music, and football. A loyal supporter of Accra Hearts of Oak and Arsenal FC. A gifted writer with works on education, leadership, and politics,” one of the family members who read the biography said.
The state funeral is for the six victims of the tragic military helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom in the Ashanti Region, being held today, August 15, 2025, at the Black Stars Square.
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The eight who lost their lives in the line of duty include Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister of Defence; Alhaji Dr Murtala Mohammed, Member of Parliament for Tamale Central and Minister of Environment, Science, and Technology; Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator; Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress; Samuel Aboagye, Deputy Director-General of the National Disaster Management Organisation; Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Ghana Air Force; Flying Officer Malin Twum-Ampadu, Ghana Air Force; and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah, Ghana Air Force.
Two of the victims, Alhaji Dr Murtala Mohammed and Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna, were accorded Islamic state burials at the Military Cemetery on August 10, 2025.
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