Today, 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 that occurred yesterday.

Members of the public, families, and friends were present. President John Dramani Mahama shed tears while laying a wreath in honour of the eight victims of the tragic military helicopter crash.

This forms part of programmes for the three days of national mourning from Thursday, 7 August, to Saturday, 9 August 2025.

The opportunity for the laying of flowers and lighting of candles will continue on Friday, 8 August 2025, allowing further time for citizens to express their condolences and respect.

The period of national mourning will conclude on Saturday, 9 August 2025, with an "Evening of Reflections and Memorials." This event will begin at 5:00 PM at the Forecourt of the State House, where all Ghanaians and families will gather to reflect on the legacy and contributions of the departed.

"These three days offer our nation a vital opportunity to collectively mourn and reflect on the profound loss we have experienced. We urge all citizens to observe the period of national mourning with dignity and respect," the Office of the Presidency noted.

Further details regarding the State Funeral and any additional arrangements will be communicated through official government channels.

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has directed that all flags are to fly at half-mast until further notice.

The President and government have extended their condolences and sympathies to the family of the comrades and the servicemen who died in service to the country.

Several statesmen, international dignitaries, and sympathizers have extended their deepest condolences to the incumbent government and Ghana as a whole.

Yesterday, the remains of the deceased were flown to the airforce base. State officials and bereaved families were present for a brief ceremony to honour the deceased.

Burial has been postponed for the Muslim victims who passed away following a tragic helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofrom in the Ashanti Region.

This was revealed by the Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways and Member of Parliament for Tamale North, Alhassan Suhuyini, on Thursday, August 7.

Meanwhile, a team of investigators from the Ghana Air Force and other military personnel have departed to the helicopter crash site in Sikaman, where eight individuals lost their lives.

Per reports, the team is being led by the area’s Assembly Member and local residents familiar with the forest terrain. Yesterday, the Ghana Armed Forces informed the general public that it has commenced investigations into the unfortunate incident.