The ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has paid a heartwarming tribute to the late Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah at the state funeral held at the Black Star Square today, Friday, August 15.

According to the party, "Dr. Omane Boamah’s life was defined by courage, intellect, and unyielding dedication to justice.”

The party noted that from his earliest days as a student leader as the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) President, his leadership was already evident.

“He stood up to the NPP government… and pursued it with relentless vigour. For this, he became a thorn in the side of his political opponents, enduring hostility and pressure with unflinching resolve," the tribute added.

Dr Omane Boamah served as the Director of Elections for the NDC. His dedication and hard work helped ensure the return of President John Mahama following the 2024 presidential election.

"As Director of Elections, he brought unmatched dynamism to the organisation of campaigns, training of polling agents, and electionmonitoring. He mobilised resources, prepared the Party’s grassroots with military precision, and oversaw the work of the Electoral Commission with the vigilance of an eagle."

"Brilliant, strategic, and utterly fearless, Dr. Omane Boamah was more than a political strategist, he was a fighter for democracy, a compassionate human being, a man generous in spirit and quickto lend a helping hand. His rare blend of intellect, empathy, and resilience made him a treasure to our Party and nation," the party added.

The widow, Rite Omane Boamah, wife of the late Defence Minister Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, also eulogised her partner as the country bids farewell to the eight fallen heroes who lost their lives in a helicopter crash on August 6 while on national assignment.

In a tribute read on her behalf, the widow noted that the late Dr Omane Boamah as a “loving and perfect father.”

Dr Omane Boamah, who was a doctor and a politician prior to his death, always juggled his work and home responsibilities. He was dedicated to taking care of his home, particularly his three children.

“Despite your busy schedule, you either bathed the children every morning or dressed them while I bathed them. You were their favourite teacher, knowing their syllabus back to back and making time for both study and play,” she said.

Prior to his demise, Dr Omane always sought to find out from his wife what she would do should there come a day he is not around.

“I never answered you, and till today I don’t have an answer,” the widow revealed in her tribute.

She promised to take care of her late husband's mother, her mother-in-law and their three children.

“I will, with God’s help, take care of mummy and our three kids, knowing you will be looking down on us from the heavens. Kofi B, thank you for loving me, thank you for loving the children, thank you for loving my family and all who came to know you. Rest in power, my love," she added.