The eight families affected by the August 6 helicopter crash have received a full educational scholarship for their children.

The package, announced at the Office of the Staff, is the result of partnership between B5 Plus Group and DPS International School.

Under the arrangement, two children from each family will be enrolled at DPS International in Tema, with full costs covered from basic school through to A-Levels.

The scholarship includes tuition, uniforms and boarding where required.

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, who accepted the offer on behalf of the families, described the gesture as a clear demonstration of private sector commitment to nation-building.

Former Attorney-General and Presidential Advisor on Legal Affairs, Marietta Brew Appiah Oppong, also lauded the initiative, stressing that investing in the education of the children is a long-term solution that will secure their future.

The government laid to rest eight victims of the Adansi helicopter crash as of August 15.

The deceased were Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence; Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress; Samuel Aboagye, Deputy Director-General of NADMO; Squadron Leader Peter Anala of the Ghana Air Force; Flying Officer Tsum Ampadu of the Ghana Air Force; and Sergeant Ernest Addo of the Ghana Air Force.

Among the eight victims, two Muslims, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator in charge of Human Security, Alhaji Muniru Limuna Mohammed — were laid to rest earlier, on Sunday, August 10, where Janazah prayers were also held at the Forecourt of the State House in Accra before they were buried at the Military Cemetery in Tse Addo.

In solidarity to the bereaved families, a new Children Support Fund initiative, established by government to provide financial aid to the children of the victims received a GHS500,000 donation from Stanbic Bank Ghana.

President John Dramani Mahama made this known at the State Funeral on August 15, 2025, held in honour of the eight gallant men who lost their lives in the line of service to the nation.

The bank expressed condolences to the bereaved families, especially the children who have lost their parents in a statement signed by the bank’s Chief Executive, Kwamina Asomaning,

“In the wake of the heartbreaking helicopter crash that claimed the lives of dedicated servicemen, our hearts go out to the families left behind, especially the children who now face life without their parents,” Mr. Asomaning said.

Mr Kwamina Asomaning added that, “We hope this contribution will serve not only as financial support, but as a message of hope, that these children are not alone, and that Ghana stands with them.”

As of August 19, the Support Fund had accrued a total of GHS 2,315,000.00 represents collective donations from corporate organizations and individuals. This information was disclosed by the Governmental Affairs and Coordinator of the Fund, Dr. Valerie Sawyerr.

Persons who wish to make donations to the Fund have been urged to do so through Stanbic Bank Ghana Limited (Stanbic Heights Branch, Accra) using the following accounts: US Dollar (USD) Account – 9040013628534 and Ghana Cedi (GHS) Account – 9040013628372.

According to the Fund Coordinator, cheques and bank drafts should be made in the name CHILDREN SUPPORT FUND 6825. She emphasized that the names of individuals who make payments into the Fund will be published weekly.

The establishment of the Fund was officially launched by President John Dramani Mahama while speaking at the State funeral organized for the victims at the Black Star Square on Friday, August 15.

President Mahama also expressed his gratitude to Stanbic Bank Ghana for donating GHS 500,000 to the Fund, as well as to companies including Procus GH Limited, GB Foods Ghana, Sunda FM Manufacturing Ltd, Sage Distribution Ltd, Quantum Oil Terminals, Quantum LPG Logistics Ltd, Newgas Cylinder Ltd, and Quantum Terminals PLC for their generous contributions.

The support extended to families of six out of the eight individuals who lost their lives receiving GHC 2 million in donations from Ghana’s leading insurance company, GLICO General Insurance.

The beneficiaries include the families of Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator in charge of Human Security, Alhaji Muniru Limuna Mohammed; Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Samuel Sarpong; Deputy Director-General of NADMO, Samuel Aboagye; Wing Commander Peter Baafemi Analaa; Flight Lieutenant Manaen Twum Ampadu; and Flight Sergeant Mensah Ernest Addo.

The families of the two ministers—Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, and Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed—have also received benefits under the personal accident cover, as both were insured with the company.

Speaking during the presentation, Managing Director of GLICO, Andrew Achampong-Kyei, urged the families of the deceased to take advantage of insurance packages as a safeguard against unforeseen circumstances. “I’ll encourage you all that it’s important we protect our lives. Having insurance should be part of our social fabric, so we safeguard our lives and investments,” he said.

The Group Chief Executive Officer, Edward Forkuo Kyei, expressed sympathy to the grieving families while assuring them of the company’s support during these difficult times. “You are not standing alone; we are with you. It is for this reason we express our deepest condolences,” he noted.

Meanwhile those wishing to contribute have been directed to make donations through Stanbic Bank Ghana Limited (Stanbic Heights Branch, Accra) using the following accounts: US Dollar (USD) Account – 9040013628534 and Ghana Cedi (GHS) Account – 9040013628372. According to the Coordinator, cheques and bank drafts should be made payable to CHILDREN SUPPORT FUND 6825. She emphasized that the names of individuals making payments will be published weekly.

The Fund was officially launched by President John Dramani Mahama while speaking at the State funeral organized for the victims at Black Star Square on Friday, August 15.