President Mahama appoints Forson, Buah as acting Defence, Environment Ministers

Following the tragic helicopter crash on August 6, 2025, that resulted in the deaths of Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, President John Dramani Mahama has appointed interim ministers to ensure continuity in governance. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the current Minister of Finance, has been assigned as Acting Minister of Defence, while Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, will act as Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation. The helicopter, belonging to the Ghana Armed Forces, crashed en route to an event in Obuasi focused on illegal mining, killing all eight people on board, including other government and military officials. The government has declared three days of national mourning, with flags flying at half-mast, and investigations into the crash are ongoing with possible causes including adverse weather or technical failure. President Mahama has emphasized the importance of stability during this period of national mourning and is expected to lead a state tribute for the deceased ministers. These acting appointments will remain in effect until further notice as Ghana mourns the loss of two key cabinet members and continues its efforts to maintain governmental operations.