Dr Omane Boamah’s Kids Recall His Funny WhatsApp Stickers in Touching Tribute
- Late Defence Minister Dr Omane Boamah's three children talked about the things they would miss about him during their touching tribute
- Their father was among the eight people who lost their lives in the ghastly helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom
- The funeral rites were held at the Black Star Square on Saturday, August 15, 2025, and were attended
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The children of the late Defence Minister, Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, delivered a deeply emotional tribute at the final state funeral for their father, held at the Black Star Square on Friday, August 15, 2025.
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Dr Omane Boamah's children's tribute
Their words, read in shaky voices, captured the profound grief of losing a man they described as more than just a father.
“We absolutely cannot believe we will never see you again. Never hold your hand, never sit with you at night and talk, never laugh with you, never see the many stickers you always used to send us,” they said.
Their tribute drew teary reactions from mourners gathered to honour the eight patriots who died in the August 6, 2025, military helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom.
Dr Omane Boamah’s children reflected on his devotion to family despite the demands of his career as a doctor, politician, and later Ghana’s Defence Minister.
They remembered his unique way of making them feel close to him, even when work kept him away, and how he always found time for fun, conversations, and shared laughter.
The state funeral, attended by President John Dramani Mahama, senior government officials, military officers, and thousands of Ghanaians, was marked by full military honours for the fallen heroes. Dr Omane Boamah was remembered not only for his service to the nation but also for his warmth, humour, and unwavering love for his family.
As the children’s tribute came to a close, the pain in their voices was palpable.
“Daddy, you were our hero. You taught us to be strong, but right now, it feels impossible. We love you and will carry your lessons forever.”
Their words hung heavy in the air, a reminder that beyond the public figure, Dr Omane Boamah was a beloved father whose absence had left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of those he loved most.
Omane Boamah’s wife's emotional tribute
YEN.com.gh reported that Rita Adubea Offei, wife of the late Defence Minister Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, delivered a moving tribute to her husband during his state funeral at the Black Star Square on Friday, August 15, 2025.
In her heartfelt message, read on her behalf, she reflected on the one question he often asked her: “Abena Rita, what will you do when I am not around?” She said that she never gave him an answer, and even now, she still does not have one.
Her words drew an emotional response from mourners and online sympathisers alike, with many leaving condolence messages and prayers for her and the couple’s children. Dr Omane Boamah was one of eight people who died in the tragic military helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom on August 6, 2025.
Source: YEN.com.gh
