Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has joined Ghanaians in mourning the eight lives lost in last Wednesday’s tragic military helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region.

The fatal incident claimed the lives of:

Hon. Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah

Hon. Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed

Hon. Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna

Hon. Samuel Sarpong

Mr. Samuel Aboagye

Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala

Flying Officer Manaen (Amaning) Twum Ampadu

Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah

Describing the tragedy as a “heartbreaking loss,” Dr. Agyepong said the nation had lost “true patriots” who served Ghana with honour and distinction.

“This is a heartbreaking loss — to their families, to the Government, and to the nation they served with honour and distinction. Ghana has lost true patriots,” he stated.

On behalf of the Jospong Group, Dr. Agyepong extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, assuring them that the thoughts and prayers of the company are with them during this period of grief.