"Farewell, Daddy: Children of Late Defence Minister Dr. Omane Boamah Break Down in Tears"
Accra, Ghana – 14 August, 2025 – In a heart-wrenching display of grief, the children of Ghana's late Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, paid a poignant tribute to their beloved father. With tears streaming down their faces, they gathered at the Christ the King Parish in Accra to bid farewell to Dr. Omane Boamah, who tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash on August 6, 2025, along with seven others.
The children remembered their father as a loving and steady presence in their lives, whose guidance, compassion, and values shaped them into the people they are today. "Daddy, why did you leave so soon?" they cried out in anguish, struggling to come to terms with the sudden loss of their dear father.
Emotional Tribute
The children recalled Dr. Omane Boamah as a loving and steady presence whose guidance, compassion, and values shaped their lives. "Your love was steady, your love was gentle, and it was the warmth that filled our home," they said, their voices trembling with emotion. They expressed their pain and longing, asking, "Daddy, why did you leave us so soon? Never in a million years would we have imagined this."
Remembering Dr. Omane Boamah's Legacy
The children remembered their father's dedication to his family and his country. "You showed us that compassion is strength, truth is a duty, and service to others is the greatest legacy one can leave," they shared. Dr. Omane Boamah was known for his commitment to national defense and security, and his exceptional leadership skills made him well-suited to address modern security challenges.
Family and Public Reaction
The late minister's wife, Rita Omane Boamah, and his mother have been struggling to come to terms with the loss. Videos of them mourning have stirred sadness online, with many Ghanaians expressing condolences and praying for the bereaved families.
State Funeral
A state funeral for Dr. Omane Boamah and the other victims will take place on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Independence Square in Accra. Two of the victims, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed and Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed, were buried earlier in accordance with Islamic rites.
Tributes from Leaders
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia have paid tribute to Dr. Omane Boamah and the other victims, describing them as men who paid the ultimate price in service to the nation. They have extended their deepest condolences to the families and prayed for the bereaved families' strength and healing during this time of tragedy.
Source – Lead News Online/Jeff Ago
