CPIC Commiserates with Nation Over Helicopter Crash Victims
The Christian Praise International Centre (CPIC) has extended heartfelt condolences to the President and all citizens following last Wednesday’s tragic military helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom, near Obuasi, which claimed the lives of eight personnel engaged in the fight against illegal mining, locally known as galamsey.
A high powered CPIC delegation visited Jubilee House on Thursday to lay a floral tribute in honour of the fallen heroes and present a formal message of solidarity to President John Dramani Mahama .
The team, led by Acting Chairman Apostle Seth Twum Barimah, conveyed the church’s deep grief and expressed unrelenting support for the bereaved families, the government, and the nation.
In its statement, CPIC described the tragedy as “a deeply saddening and irreplaceable loss” that has left a painful void in the hearts of many people.
The deceased , including two Ministers of State and six others were praised for paying the ultimate price in the line of duty by safeguarding the country’s natural resources from destruction.
Speaking after the brief but solemn ceremony, Apostle Twum Barimah urged the country to unite in prayer for the families left behind and to honour the memory of the departed by continuing the fight against environmental degradation. He encouraged the public to draw inspiration from the courage and sacrifice of the fallen officers.
The CPIC leadership also prayed for divine mercy and peace for the nation, expressing hope that God will comfort the bereaved and strengthen the country in this period of mourning.
They reaffirmed the biblical assurance that, one day, sorrow and tears will give way to eternal peace.
The August 6 tragedy has been described as one of the gravest setbacks in the county’s ongoing battle against galamsey.
Many believe the loss of experienced officers and senior government officials spotlights both the dangers of the mission and the urgent need for national unity in safeguarding the country’s environment and resources.
By Nana Ama Asantewaa Kwarko
