A scene of horror unfolded in the heart of Tema Community One on Monday, March 16, when a helicopter plummeted from the sky, crashing into the Oninku Drive School Park.
At least two individuals on board are feared dead following the impact in the area.
The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) confirmed that a microlight aircraft with registration number 9GADV crashed in Tema on Monday, 16 March 2026. The aircraft was flying from Ho to Accra, estimating Accra at 1520 Z. The last contact with the aircraft on radio was 1418 Z. There were two persons on board. Further details will be provided in due course
The crash prompted a quick response from personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service, who rushed to the scene to douse the flames at the site.
With the help of law enforcement officers from the Ghana Police Service, the emergency response team managed to retrieve the charred bodies of the victims.
Mr Ahmed Abdullia, the Assemblyman for Kwesi Plange Electoral Area, said none of the students was hurt.
