Murtala Mohammed’s Youngest Daughter Inconsolable During Tribute Reading, Photo Breaks Hearts

• The final funeral rites of the eight victims of the military helicopter crash were held at the Black Star Square on Friday, August 15, 2025
• A viral moment saw the daughter of the late Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation crying uncontrollably
• Many took to the comments to console Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed's family and to express condolences to the victims of the crash

The youngest daughter of the late Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, was inconsolable during the tribute reading to him at his final funeral rites on August 15, 2025, at the Black Star Square.

Murtala Mohammed's daughter breaks hearts during tribute

The youngest daughter of the late Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed broke down in tears during the reading of a tribute to her father.

The heartbreaking moment occurred as the family mounted the podium to honour the late politician, whose life was tragically cut short along with seven others in the military helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom on August 6, 2025.

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Dressed in white, the grieving little girl clung to her mother and elder sister, visibly shaken as the words of remembrance were read.

A photo of the emotional scene drew tears from many Ghanaians on social media, with many sympathising with the late MP’s young family.

Murtala Mohammed was laid to rest with full state honours, as government officials, party faithful, colleagues, and loved ones gathered to pay their last respects.

For Murtala Mohammed’s family, however, the loss is most deeply felt in the eyes of his inconsolable daughter, a reminder of the human cost of the nation’s tragedy.

The video of Murtala Mohammed's tribute is below:

Reactions to late Murtala Mohammed's daughter weeping

Many people in the comments section expressed sorrow for the children of the late politician. Others also wondered how their lives would change.

The reactions to the video of Murtala Mohammed's children sharing their emotion at the funeral are below.

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efe_wangeh_ said:

"Children are very young..God when😢."

rhalie._ said:

"The girl took Murtala’s entire face 🥹."

mohammed.aidoo said:

"Aameen Allahuma Aameen."

umu_larbie said:

"My deepest condolences to the bereaved wife, Hajia, to all bereaved wives, children, family members, friends and everyone in Ghana 🇬🇭. Almighty Allah (God), please grant them the highest rank in Heaven (Jannatul Firdus) Ameen."

antwiwaa_56 said:

"How do you tell these little ones that might be 100% daddy's girls, your dad is dead and never coming back.....eiiii asem oooh."

chris___bel said:

"Very Heartbreaking 💔."

August 6 helicopter crash victims honoured

YEN.com.gh also reported that the three Ghana Air Force personnel who tragically lost their lives in the August 6 military helicopter crash have been honoured with posthumous promotions in recognition of their service and sacrifice.

President John Mahama, speaking at the state funeral on August 15, said this was the highest mark of respect the nation could bestow upon the fallen officers, praising their dedication and assuring the families that their legacies would live on.

The President also announced the creation of a Children’s Support Fund to provide educational and welfare assistance to the children of the crash victims, to ensure the dependents would receive care and opportunities in their parents' stead.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh