The Ghana Armed Forces have confirmed the transportation of the bodies of eight personnel who perished in the recent Z-9 military helicopter crash to Accra.
The remains were flown from the crash location to the Air Force Base in the capital aboard Ghana Air Force Casa aircraft on August 6, 2025.
According to a statement issued by Captain Veronica Arhin, Acting Director General of Public Relations for the Ghana Navy, the remains were received during a solemn ceremony attended by military officials, government representatives, and sympathisers.
The delegation was led by the Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Julius Debrah.
“The Deputy Minister for Defence, Hon. Brogya Genfi, and the Military High Command extend their deepest condolences to the families in this difficult national tragedy,” the statement added.
Following the reception, the bodies were taken to the 37 Military Hospital in Accra for preservation as funeral arrangements are expected to follow in the coming days.
The crash, which occurred in the Sikaman area near Adansi Akrofuom in the Ashanti Region, resulted in the deaths of all eight service members on board.
The military also confirmed that all remains were recovered from the site.
The Armed Forces also acknowledged the cooperation of the local community and security agencies for their assistance in the recovery efforts.
