Ghana’s Parliament has expressed profound condolences to the families of two individuals who died in a private helicopter accident at Tema Community One, Site 18, on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Mr. Nelson-Rockson Etse Kwami Dafeamekpor, Majority Chief Whip and MP for South Dayi, described the incident as a “tragic event that has shaken the community” and assured the bereaved of the legislature’s support during their time of grief.
The helicopter reportedly went down at the Oninku Drive School Park, prompting emergency response teams from the Ghana National Fire Service to rush to the scene. Firefighters recovered the charred remains of the victims from the wreckage.
The accident has sparked concern in Tema and surrounding areas, highlighting the risks associated with private aviation operations in urban environments. Parliament’s message emphasized both sympathy for the families and a call for careful review of aviation safety measures to prevent future tragedies.
The identities of the victims have not yet been officially released, and investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing. Authorities are urging the public to exercise caution near the site while the area is secured for forensic and safety assessments.
This marks one of the more serious private aviation accidents in the Greater Accra Region this year, and the incident has drawn attention to the importance of emergency preparedness and swift response capabilities in the capital.
