Omane Boamah's Children Read Tribute With Teary Voice: "You Were More Than a Father"
- Dr Edward Omane Boamah's children eulogised him as a great father in a heartwarming tribute during a vigil in Accra ahead of the state funeral
- In a video circulating online, the children reflected on their dad's efforts to make them feel close to him, even when he was away on working trips
- The video brought back memories of Ghana's Defence Minister, who tragically lost his life on August 6, 2025, in a recent helicopter crash near Obuasi
The children of Dr Edward Omane Boamah read a heartwarming tribute in honour of their late father, whose life was cut short in the tragic helicopter crash on August 6, 2025.
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The young children of the late Defence Minister took to the podium of Christ the King Church to share the fondest memories of their father during the mass vigil held for the victims of the crash.
"Even with the weight of national duties on your shoulders, you always made time for us. You called us every day when you travelled. You never missed that important moment. And when you couldn't be there in person, you made us feel you were right before us," their tribute read.
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Dr Omane Boamah was aboard the Ghana Air Force Harbin Z-9 helicopter when it crashed at Adansi Sikaman, in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region.
All eight members aboard the helicopter died when it went down in a forested area.
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The fatalities included Dr Alhaji Murtala Muhammed, MP for Tamale Central and Minister for Environment, Science & Technology, Alhaji Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, and Samuel Aboagye, a former parliamentary candidate.
Netizens mourn with late Omane Boamah's kids
YEN.com.gh gathered a few comments from social media users.
Edwina Coussey Banda said:
"Hmmmm, I'm speechless watching this tribute, the love and respect shown to Dr. Omane Boamah is truly heartwarming and a testament to his legacy š."
Abla Dogbey wrote:
"She looks like her dad, God comfort you."
Abigail Ashia Akomaning remarked:
"Hmm this moment!,you wouldnāt feel it until it happens to youā¦.this was me reading my dadās tribute 17years agoā¦it is well..š„²."
Nana Ama Amoako-boateng shared:
"Doctor Omane Boamah should continue to rest in peace whiles his legacy continue.May God protect his beautiful family and given all of them the strength šŖ especially his Children,wife and his mother in most difficult times like this."
Ohemaa Joyce commented:
"May the good God console you at this difficult time. May the soul of Honourable rest peacefully in the arms of the Lord till we meet again."
Police block roads for state funeral
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that the Ghana Police Service had shared details of the state funeral of the August 6 helicopter crash victims.
In a statement, the police urged motorists to look out for diversions for traffic from La, Labone, and Osu on 28th February Road, among others.
Only vehicles with approved windscreen affixed entry stickers would be allowed to enter the Black Star Square arena and use parking spots.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
