Okudzeto Ablakwa Shares Fond Memories of Dr Omane Boamah: “I Was MC at His Wedding”
- North Tongu MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa opened up about his friendship with the late Defence Minister Dr Omane Boamah
- In an interview, he mentioned that he was the MC at the deceased politician's wedding, among other touching moments
- Many people spoke about their close relationship and talked about how painful it might have been for Okudzeto Ablakwa
Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has recounted fond memories he shared with the late Minister of Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, after the latter's untimely demise in the GAF helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom on August 6, 2025.
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Ablakwa speaks about close bond with Boamah
In an interview with Bernard Avle on Channel 1 TV's Point of View show, Ablakwa highlighted his friendship with the late Dr Omane Boamah.
In a solemn voice, the North Tongu Member of Parliament noted that the late Defence Minister was like a brother to him.
He mentioned that during his political campaign for the position of North Tongu MP, it was Dr Omane Boamah who read through his manifesto, and when he emerged victorious, they celebrated together.
"Dr Omane Boamah is a brother to me. He was the first to read my draft notes for my manifesto. Made a great input. He celebrated my victory together."
He further stated that the former minister, whose life was claimed in the ghastly military helicopter crash, chose him to MC his wedding in 2006, and that he was there when his children were born.
"He chose me to be the MC at his wedding in 2006. I am always there when his children are being born."
Ablakwa mentioned that Dr Omane Boamah was with him on his trips to the Volta Region, even though he did not know how to speak the language.
"We've done milestones together. He followed me all the way to Wa when I was going to get married to Noella. He is always in the take of affairs in every important decision I take."
Reactions to Ablakwa and Omane Boamah's friendship
Many people shared their views on the lovely bond between Ablakwa and Dr Omane Boamah. They noted that they were indeed great friends.
The reactions of social media users to the video are below:
newsymartin said:
"God's strength to you Hon. Okudzeto. May we all be consoled, most especially his wife and children 🙏🏽🇬🇭🕊."
maptek__eletricals_services said:
"May his soul rest in perfect peace ☮️"
askiaa2001 said:
"Great man he was 😢."
racheleshun123 said:
"He was a good person"
mamayo_2019 said:
"Awww Jesus😢😢😢😢."
_dark.oo said:
"Two Odade3 men🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️😍😍."
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Eight killed in tragic VIP bus accident
YEN.com.gh also previously reported that eight people lost their lives in a deadly accident involving a VIP Jeoun bus and a Mercedes-Benz on the Abuakwa-Sunyani highway.
According to reports, the sedan driver had attempted a high-speed overtake, resulting in a head-on collision with the oncoming bus. The severe impact claimed many loves on impact.
Emergency responders arrived swiftly, but sadly, seven passengers aboard the bus and the Mercedes driver were pronounced dead at the scene. Investigations are still ongoing.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
