Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has warned political players against using the purchase of presidential aircraft and helicopters as partisan propaganda, emphasizing that these purchases are for national security reasons rather than political expediency.
When Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, paid him a courtesy call at the Manhyia Palace after the sad helicopter crash in Obuasi last week that killed eight persons, he offered the warning.
President John Mahama and the relatives of the deceased were deeply sympathized with by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, who called the tragedy a “national concern.”
He emphasized how important it is that Ghana’s political leadership give the purchase of aviation safety and security equipment the consideration it requires.
He emphasized how important it is that Ghana’s political leadership give the purchase of aviation safety and security equipment the consideration it requires.
“Enough of the politicising of the purchase of presidential planes and helicopters. Human lives are at stake here. We must invest to safeguard their safety and efficiency,” the Asantehene said.
