The final day of the mourning period for the eight individuals who lost their lives as a result of a helicopter crash on August 6 is happening this evening.

The event titled “Evening of Reflections and Memorials" will take place at the Forecourt of the State House, starting promptly at 5:00 PM.

The event is open to all Ghanaians, including the general public, friends, and family of the departed. “We urge all citizens to observe the period of national mourning with dignity and respect,” the Presidency entreated.

On the first day of mourning, which began, Thursday, August 7, a public laying of flowers and lighting of candles at the Ceremonial Garden at the front of the Presidency took place to honour victims of the tragic GAF helicopter crash. Members of the public, families, and friends were present. President John Dramani Mahama and the Chief of Staff Julius Debrah shed tears while laying a wreath in honour of the eight victims.

The public laying of flowers and lighting of candles at the Ceremonial Garden at the front of the Presidency to honour victims of the tragic GAF helicopter crash continued yesterday August 8.

It was held at the Ceremonial Garden, Presidency.