Foreign Affairs Minister, has paid a heartfelt tribute to his late colleague and longtime friend, Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, following Wednesday's tragic military helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region.
Speaking to journalists at the Jubilee House on Friday after laying flowers in honour of the deceased, Ablakwa struggled to hold back emotion as he reflected on the depth of their friendship. "Dr Omane Boamah was not just a colleague in Cabinet; he was like a brother to me.
We started our political journey together through student activism, and over the years, we built a relationship anchored on trust, loyalty, and a shared passion for public service." The crash, which claimed eight lives including military officers and two ministers of state has plunged the nation into mourning.
Ablakwa described the loss as "deeply personal," revealing that their last conversation took place only days before the tragedy. "As we mourn, we must also remember their dedication and sacrifice.
