- The final funeral rites of the eight victims of the military helicopter crash were held at the Black Star Square on Friday, August 15, 2025
- One moment that went viral was how the daughter of the late Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, cried uncontrollably
- Many Ghanaians took to the comment section to sympathise with the family and to express their condolence
The youngest daughter of the late Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, was inconsolable during the tribute reading to him at his final funeral rites on August 15, 2025, at the Black Star Square.
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Murtala Mohammed’s youngest daughter trends
The youngest daughter of the late Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed broke down in tears during the reading of a tribute to her father.
The heartbreaking moment occurred as the family mounted the podium to honour the late politician, whose life was tragically cut short along with seven others in the military helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
Dressed in white, the grieving little girl clung to her mother and elder sister, visibly shaken as the words of remembrance were read. A photo of the emotional scene drew tears from many Ghanaians on social media, with many sympathising with the late MP’s young family.
Hon. Murtala Mohammed was laid to rest with full state honours, as government officials, party faithful, colleagues, and loved ones gathered to pay their last respects.
For Murtala Mohammed’s family, however, the loss is most deeply felt in the eyes of his inconsolable daughter, a reminder of the human cost of the nation’s tragedy.
Video of Murtala Mohammed’s tribute
Reactions to Murtala Mohammed’s daughter’s photo
Many people in the comment section expressed their sorrow for the children of the late politician. Others also wondered how their lives would change, among other things.
The heartwarming reactions of social media users to Murtala Mohammed’s children are below:
efe_wangeh_ said:
“Children are very young..God when😢.”
rhalie._ said:
“The girl took Murtala’s entire face 🥹.”
mohammed.aidoo said:
“Aameen Allahuma Aameen.”
umu_larbie said:
“My deepest condolences to the bereaved wife, Hajia, to all bereaved wives, children, family members, friends and everyone in Ghana 🇬🇭. Almighty Allah (God), please grant them the highest rank in Heaven (Jannatul Firdus) Ameen.”
antwiwaa_56 said:
“How do you tell these little ones that might be 100% daddy’s girls, your dad is dead and never coming back…..eiiii asem oooh.”
chris___bel said:
“Very Heartbreaking 💔.”
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August 6 helicopter crash victims honoured
YEN.com.gh reported that the three Ghana Air Force personnel who tragically lost their lives in the August 6 military helicopter crash have been honoured with posthumous promotions in recognition of their service and sacrifice.
President John Mahama, speaking at the state funeral held on August 15, described the gesture as the highest mark of respect the nation could bestow upon the fallen officers. He praised their dedication to duty and assured their families that their legacies would never be forgotten.
In addition, the president announced the creation of a Children’s Support Fund to provide educational and welfare assistance to the children of all victims of the crash. The initiative, he explained, aims to ensure that the dependents of the departed will continue to receive the care and opportunities their parents would have wished for them.
Source: YEN.com.gh
Source: Yen.com.gh
