Former Member of Parliament for Anyaa Sowutuom, Dr. Dickson Adomako Kissi, has expressed strong confidence in the involvement of the United States Air Force in investigating the Ghana Air Force helicopter crash, describing it as a step that guarantees professionalism and credibility.
According to him, U.S. support would add a high level of expertise and ensure that the probe is devoid of political interference.
Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Tuesday, August 26, he said, “This issue is very touchy, but I think it will add some very important professional attitude to the investigation and also allow for the military to have an additional oversight in this whole process.
“The Americans have had many incidents of crashes, and for that matter, it makes sense for them to assist. I think they will do a very present job without the geopolitics aspect. I am very confident.”
His remarks come after the Ministry of Defence officially announced the commencement of investigations into the August 6 crash in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region, with technical and advisory backing from the U.S. Air Force.
The crash claimed eight lives, including the Minister of Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah; Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed; Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed; and NDC Vice Chairman, Dr. Samuel Sarpong.
Also among the victims were Samuel Aboagye, Deputy NADMO Director-General; Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala; Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu; and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
In a statement signed by Acting Defence Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, on Monday, August 25, the Ministry confirmed that an Investigation Board had been inaugurated to determine the cause of the tragedy.
The Ministry further disclosed that U.S. Air Force investigators would provide technical expertise, while other relevant experts, both local and international, could be called upon to support the process.
Dr. Adomako Kissi maintained that with the U.S. Air Force’s extensive experience in handling aviation accidents, their involvement would not only reinforce transparency but also strengthen public trust in the outcome of the probe.
