Henry Nana Boakye, National Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has accused the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government of turning a moment of national grief into a battleground for tragedy politics.
Nana Boakye stated that with the nation still mourning the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight distinguished compatriots, the country’s leadership should be directing every effort toward unity and healing.
He stressed that this is also the moment to ensure the fallen heroes are given the dignified farewell they truly deserve.
“The actions of the NDC government suggest otherwise. Instead of allowing the families and the nation the solemn space to mourn, the government appears determined to drag the tragedy into political controversy.
“The arrest of Wontumi TV presenter Akyemkwa Nana Kofi Asare in Ejisu Krapa, carried out in a brazen ‘Rambo-style’ operation by unidentified armed men, and that of Ghanaian social media personality Fante Comedy, in connection with a viral TikTok video, at this sensitive moment sends a chilling signal…”
Henry Nana Boakye
He argued that actions of this nature send a deeply troubling message, suggesting that political interests are being placed above compassion, empathy, and the collective spirit of national solidarity.
He emphasized that this period of grief is not the moment to escalate tensions but rather an opportunity to foster reconciliation, unity, and the healing of the nation’s wounds.
His remarks come in the wake of the recent helicopter crash in the mist-shrouded forest mountains of Adansi Akrofuom, which claimed the lives of eight prominent Ghanaians, including Defence Minister Hon. Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Hon. Murtala Mohammed.
NDC Politics Overshadowing Mourning
Nana Boakye further raised a pointed question about whether the NDC government truly intends for the eight fallen heroes to rest in peace or whether it seeks to keep the tragedy entrenched in partisan politics.
He cautioned that the timing and manner of the recent arrests risk diverting attention from the solemn remembrance of the loss toward political maneuvering surrounding the crash—a course of action he considers both insensitive and divisive.
“In the middle of national mourning, such incidents deepen public anxiety and raise critical questions about safety, freedom of expression, and the rule of law under the current Mahama-led NDC administration.”
Henry Nana Boakye
The NPP loyalist described it as deeply troubling that, at a time when the nation should be united in grief, the country is instead witnessing arrests, abductions, and what he views as a dangerous shift toward fear-driven governance.
In his assessment, leadership during moments of national crisis should embody values that rise above political interests, demonstrating restraint, empathy, and a firm commitment to safeguarding democratic freedoms.
“Ghana cannot afford to dishonour the memory of the eight heroes by politicising their deaths or by creating a climate of intimidation for citizens, social commentators, and journalists alike.”
Henry Nana Boakye
His appeal was straightforward yet deeply pointed, calling for a collective pause from political wrangling during this period of national grief. He urged that the souls of the departed be allowed to rest in peace and that the mourning process remain genuine and undisturbed.
He further emphasised that governance at this time should be exercised with the highest levels of maturity, humanity, and respect, ensuring that compassion and unity take precedence over division or political expediency.
NDC Leadership Under Scrutiny Amid Tragedy Politics Play
For Nana Boakye, the issue is not only about the tragic event itself, but also about the tone and conduct of leadership during such a sensitive period.
He argued that in the face of national tragedies, politics should be set aside to prioritise unity, healing, and the preservation of democratic freedoms.
His comments come amid growing public debate over whether the government’s response to the helicopter crash has fostered national solidarity or deepened political divisions.
With emotions still raw, the NPP organizer believes the path chosen now will shape not only how the victims are remembered, but also the country’s resilience in facing future crises.
In his view, Ghana’s leaders should seize this moment to demonstrate that compassion, justice, and respect for freedoms can coexist, even under political pressure.
Anything less, he suggested, risks undermining both the dignity of the fallen and the trust of the living.
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