The Member of Parliament for Tolon and Deputy Minority Chief Whip, Alhaji Habib Iddrisu, has formally written to President John Dramani Mahama, requesting an update on the investigation into the tragic aircraft accident that claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians on August 6, 2025.
In a letter dated Monday, October 27, 2025, the MP invoked Article 21(1)(f) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 18 of the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989), which guarantee citizens the right to access public information.
Mr. Iddrisu’s request follows the establishment of a committee of inquiry on August 25, 2025, to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, which involved the deaths of several government officials and military personnel, including the Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and the Minister for Environment, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed.
“The nation mourned together following this profound loss,” he stated. On August 25, 2025, a committee of inquiry was established to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident, and the public was informed that the findings would be shared within thirty days.”
Citing the elapsed timeframe since the accident and growing public concern, Mr. Iddrisu requested that the government release a copy of the committee’s report or provide an update on its progress.
“This request is made in accordance with Article 21(1)(f) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, which upholds our right to information, as well as Section 18 of the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989),” he added.
He emphasized the need for transparency and accountability, stating that Ghanaians deserve to know the truth about what led to the loss of “such prominent figures and dedicated public servants.”
“I kindly ask for the full and final report from the investigative committee or any update from the committee,” the letter read.
Acknowledging that certain aspects of the investigation might still be ongoing, Hon. Iddrisu urged the government to make available at least a partial or interim report to assure the public of its commitment to openness.
“If the complete report is not yet available, I would appreciate it if you could release a partial or interim report. This would not only keep the public informed but also reflect the government’s commitment to transparency during this difficult time,” he added.
The Tolon MP concluded by expressing hope for a prompt response from the Presidency in line with the timelines stipulated by law.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
