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 continues today, August 8.

It will still be held at the Ceremonial Garden, Presidency. This is anticipated to provide more time and space for citizens unable to attend Day 1 to pay their respects and join the national act of mourning.

On the first day of mourning, which began yesterday, 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 government has released the itinerary for the three days of national mourning declared by the presidency on Wednesday in honour of the departed souls who were involved in the fatal helicopter crash at Adansi on August 6.

In a statement dated August 7, the Presidency declared that the period has been dedicated to honouring the eight who died while en route to fulfil an official duty. It added that it is a period to reflect and remember these comrades as a nation.

“Government wishes to announce programmes for the three days of national mourning, from Thursday, 7 August, to Saturday, 9 August 2025. This solemn period is dedicated to honouring the departed and providing an opportunity for national reflection and remembrance,” the statement mentioned.

The final day of the mourning period is scheduled for Saturday, marked by an event titled “Evening of Reflections and Memorials.” It 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.