Samuel Sarpong
Samuel Sarpong was a prominent Ghanaian politician who served as the Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and was the former Mayor of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly during the presidency of J.E.A. Mills, and he also perished in the helicopter accident.
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Dr Samuel Sarpong is a former Ashanti Regional Minister mentioned in the context of the helicopter crash.
Z-9 helicopter crash probe underway - Report expected in 30 days
Ghana· 2025-08-26
He was the Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress and one of the victims of the crash.
LIVE: Ghana pays final respects to helicopter crash victims todayGhana· 2025-08-18
NDC Vice Chairman Samuel Sarpong was among those who died in the helicopter crash.
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Samuel Sarpong was the National Democratic Congress Vice Chairman and a victim of the helicopter crash.
‘Grief forever’: Family of Dr Murtala Mohammed pays emotional tributeGhana· 2025-08-17
NDC Vice Chairman Samuel Sarpong died in the same helicopter crash as Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed.
I shared my husband with Ghana — Widow’s heartfelt tribute to Dr Murtala MohammedGhana· 2025-08-17
Samuel Sarpong was the NDC Vice Chairman who was killed in the helicopter accident.
‘The silence is too loud’: Widow’s heartbreaking farewell to Ghanaian Air Force pilotGhana· 2025-08-17
National Democratic Congress (NDC) Vice Chairman Dr Samuel Sarpong was also a victim of the crash.
Mahama confers posthumous promotions as helicopter crash victims laid to restGhana· 2025-08-17
Samuel Sarpong is among the civilians who will be honoured at the next State awards.
Honour for military heroes, care for crash victims’ childrenGhana· 2025-08-17
Samuel Sarpong was also among the civilian victims to be recognised.
A nation’s promise: Honouring our fallen patriots, supporting their childrenGhana· 2025-08-17
Samuel Sarpong, NDC Vice-Chairman and former Ashanti Regional Minister, was among the victims.
Ghana: 6 remaining helicopter crash victims laid to restGhana· 2025-08-17
Samuel Sarpong was a former Ashanti Regional Minister and a Vice-Chairman of the National Democratic Congress.
6 Patriots laid to rest at Military CemeteryGhana· 2025-08-17
Samuel Sarpong, a passenger on the helicopter, attempted to reach Honourable Ohene Agyekum by phone just before the incident.
Samuel Aboagye, one of the passengers on crashed helicopter made phone call that indicated they had difficulty landing - Kumasi MCE (AUDIO)Ghana· 2025-08-13
The crash claimed the life of NDC Vice Chairman Samuel Sarpong.
State funeral to unveil support fund for children of helicopter tragedy victimsGhana· 2025-08-12
Samuel Sarpong was the Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress and a victim of the helicopter crash.
Tamale Mourns: Hundreds gather for final rites of late Minister Dr Ibrahim Mohammed MurtalaGhana· 2025-08-12
Dr. Samuel Sarpong was the Vice Chairman of the NDC and lost his life in the helicopter crash.
Dr Omane Boamah was a potential president- Uncle Ebo Whyte writesGhana· 2025-08-12
Fifi Kwetey described the National Vice-Chairman, Samuel Sarpong, as a dependable leader.
Nation observes solemn night of reflection for helicopter crash victimsGhana· 2025-08-11
He was a National Vice-Chairman of the National Democratic Congress who perished in the helicopter crash.
Helicopter crash: International community condoles with GhanaGhana· 2025-08-11
The other victims of the crash were Vice Chair of the NDC, Samuel Sarpong.
President Mahama, Bawumia commiserate with Dr Omane Boamah’s familyGhana· 2025-08-11
Samuel Sarpong was a National Vice-Chairman of the NDC who tragically passed away in the helicopter crash.
Omane Boamah was active, dedicated IPAC member — ECGhana· 2025-08-11
Samuel Sarpong was the Vice-Chairman of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) and one of the victims of the crash.
Let’s honour fallen heroes —Assemblies of God, GhanaGhana· 2025-08-11
Reflecting on his long-standing relationship with the late Dr Samuel Sarpong, Dr Opoku Prempeh recounted how he had attended every Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly meeting to which Members of Parliament were invited by Dr Sarpong.
Support bereaved families beyond mourning — Dr Opoku PrempehGhana· 2025-08-11
Mr Samuel Sarpong was the Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and a former Metropolitan Chief Executive who lost his life in the crash.
VIDEO: Last images of crashed Z-9 helicopter with Dr Omane Boamah dressed in all white waving before flight took offGhana· 2025-08-10
Dr. Samuel Sarpong was the National Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Veep convenes emergency GAF Council meeting, visits family of late Defence MinisterGhana· 2025-08-10Dr. Samuel Sarpong was the NDC National Vice Chairman who lost his life in the crash.
Authorities offer cash reward for return of helicopter crash debrisGhana· 2025-08-10Former Ashanti Regional Minister Dr Samuel Sarpong also lost his life in the helicopter tragedy.
Bawumia: Former Veep visits President Mahama, bereaved families after Ashanti helicopter tragedyGhana· 2025-08-10
Dr Samuel Sarpong was a former Ashanti Regional Minister who perished in the crash.
Islamic burial for 2 victims of Adansi Akrofuom helicopter crash set for SundayGhana· 2025-08-10
Dr. Samuel Sarpong was among those who perished in the helicopter crash.
Be human first- Sarkodie on coverage of GAF helicopter crashGhana· 2025-08-09
Samuel Sarpong was the NDC National First Vice Chairman who lost his life in the helicopter crash.
Majority Caucus, NDC, PPP mourn loss of 8 in helicopter crashGhana· 2025-08-08
He was the Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress who died in the crash.
Organisations mourn helicopter crash victimsGhana· 2025-08-08
He was a Second Vice Chairman of the NDC who died in the helicopter crash.
Activities at ministries grind to haltGhana· 2025-08-08
