In the wake of the tragic helicopter crash that shook the nation on August 5, 2025, the Palace of Nima, led by His Eminence Chief Abbachina Gimbala IV, and the Nii Odoi Kwao Royal Family have issued a powerful joint condolence message, expressing profound sorrow and solidarity with the nation.
The disaster, which claimed the lives of eight prominent Ghanaians, including Ministers of State, senior security officials, and devoted operatives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has plunged Ghana into a period of national mourning. In their official release, the Nima Traditional Authority and the Royal Family expressed not only condolences but a strong call for unity and national healing.
“The Palace of Nima, under the leadership of His Eminence Chief Abbachina Gimbala IV, in collaboration with the Nii Odoi Kwao Royal Family, extends its deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the President of the Republic, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, the leadership and entire membership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the bereaved families, and the people of Ghana,” the statement read.
The joint message acknowledges the immeasurable service and sacrifice of the deceased. “Their selfless devotion to duty, their unwavering patriotism, and their courage in the face of adversity will forever be remembered,” it continued.
The collaboration between the Palace of Nima and the Nii Odoi Kwao Royal Family signifies more than customary protocol, it is a symbolic gesture of unity, compassion, and shared sorrow that transcends political affiliation and ethnic identity. It underscores Nima’s deep-rooted place in the fabric of Ghana’s national conscience, as a community of resilience, leadership, and spiritual strength.
“As landlords and custodians of the rich traditions and history of Nima,” the statement emphasised, “we join the nation in honouring the sacrifice of our fallen heroes and praying for divine comfort for their families.”
The message further invoked divine blessings upon the souls of the departed, calling on Almighty Allah to grant them eternal rest among the righteous. This dual religious invocation reflects Nima’s plural spiritual heritage and a recognition of Ghana’s religious diversity.
At a time of great pain, the traditional leaders of Nima issued a unifying call: “We call on all citizens to reflect deeply, unite across political and ethnic divides, and renew our shared commitment to peace, nation-building, and the sacred value of human life.”
Their message also emphasised the need to turn grief into purpose, by continuing the work the departed were known for, which are justice, public service, and national development. “May Ghana find healing in our unity, and may the legacy of our fallen patriots continue to guide our path toward justice, service, and prosperity.”
The release, signed by His Eminence Chief Abbachina Gimbala IV and Nii Robert Koomson Odoi Kwao, Head of the Nii Odoi Kwao Royal Family, serves as a poignant reminder of the strength found in collective mourning and the role of traditional authority in upholding the moral and spiritual compass of the nation.
As Ghana prepares for state funerals and memorials, this statement from Nima echoes the sentiments of millions, that the loss is national, the pain is shared, and the path forward must be paved with unity, dignity, and purpose.
