The African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Zion Church has mourned the tragic loss of precious lives in the helicopter crash that occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.

Right Reverend Dr. Hilliard K. Dela Dogbe, the Presiding Bishop of the AME Zion Church, in a statement to the Ghana News Agency, said the sad event had undoubtedly shaken the nation to its very core and brought great pain and grief to all.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, the Government of Ghana, the Ghana Armed Forces and families and friends of the eight nationals who lost their lives in this devastating accident,” he said.

He stressed, “Our thoughts and prayers are with all who have been impacted. We stand united with the

nation in mourning these gallant men who paid the ultimate price in service to our dear nation.”

He said as the nation united in grief, he prayed that “the memories of the departed live on and their sacrifice spur us on to offer the best in selfless service to God and Ghana.”

“The psalmist reminds us that God is our refuge and strength; a very present help in trouble.

“Thus, in this grim and difficult time, we pray divine comfort and healing for the bereaved families, even as we pray a peaceful repose for the souls of our beloved brethren,” he said.