Accra, Ghana – The Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB Ghana) has formally constituted a three-member investigation team to probe last Monday’s fatal microlight aircraft crash at Tema Community 1 that claimed the lives of both occupants.

Led by Head of Investigations Captain Paul Forjoe, the team’s mandate includes determining the actual cause of the accident involving the 3I Sky Arrows light aircraft (registration 9G-ADV), which was en route from Ho to Accra, and recommending preventive measures to avoid recurrence.

AIB Commissioner John Wumborti announced the formation of the team during a news conference in Accra on Tuesday, March 18, 2026. He confirmed that preliminary work had already begun, including scene documentation, eyewitness interviews, and securing the wreckage for detailed examination.

“The Bureau responded promptly after receiving initial reports and has since commenced preliminary investigations,” Wumborti stated per reporting by state-owned Ghanaian Times. “We have the required expertise and resources to carry out a comprehensive investigation in line with international standards.”

He appealed to the public to avoid speculation — particularly on social media — and to rely solely on official updates from the AIB.

“We appeal to the public to remain calm and avoid speculation. The Bureau will provide updates as the investigation progresses,” he added.

While no fixed timeline was given for the final report, Wumborti indicated that an interim update would be issued within one month if the full investigation is not concluded by then. He expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and reaffirmed the Bureau’s commitment to transparency and thoroughness.

The crash occurred around 12:21 pm at Oninku in Tema Community 1, Site 18 — within the compound of the Tema Metropolitan Day Care Centre — while pupils and teachers were in session. Emergency services, including the Police and Ghana National Fire Service, responded swiftly. Residents initially attempted to extinguish the blaze before professional responders took over.

All children and staff at the day care centre were safely evacuated with no injuries reported. The bodies of the two male victims — burnt beyond recognition — were recovered and conveyed to the mortuary for autopsy and preservation. The crash site was cordoned off to preserve evidence.

The aircraft’s ownership details have not yet been publicly confirmed. The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) is cooperating fully with the AIB investigation.

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44 Ghanaians Rescued from QNET Scheme in Nigeria
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‘Frank and Elijah Were Bright Lights’ – Families of Aircraft Crash Victims Mourn Loss
Family members of the two young men killed in the microlight aircraft crash at Tema Community 1 have described the victims as “bright lights” whose promising futures were cut short. Frank and Elijah — sons of a prominent Ghanaian pastor — were piloting the private plane when it went down. Relatives have expressed profound grief and called for a thorough investigation to prevent future tragedies.
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Ghana Records Major TB Detection Gap as 20,000 Cases Go Untreated Yearly
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Blanket SIM Re-registration Unnecessary – Franklin Cudjoe
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Accra, Ghana – Freshly installed signage at the recently renamed Accra International Airport has triggered a storm of criticism on social media.

Ghanaians are describing the work as “shoddy,” “embarrassing” and “unprofessional” for a major international gateway.

Photos and videos circulating widely show crooked lettering, uneven spacing, misaligned panels, visible screw heads, and poor finishing on directional signs and branding elements inside and outside the terminal.

The airport was changed from Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport after a long and sustained campaign. However, the outline of the letter ‘K’ in the previous signage can still be seen even after it was removed.

Netizens have questioned the quality control process, asking how such substandard work could be approved and installed at a facility that handles millions of passengers annually and serves as Ghana’s primary international entry point.

Many commenters expressed disappointment that public funds were used for what they called “half-baked” infrastructure upgrades, with some joking that “even roadside sign painters would do better.”

Others called on the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) and the Ministry of Aviation to explain the procurement process, contractor selection, and inspection regime that allowed the installation to proceed.

The controversy comes at a time when Kotoka International Airport is undergoing several expansion and modernization projects aimed at improving passenger experience and increasing capacity. Critics argue that visible lapses in finishing touches undermine confidence in the overall quality of these larger initiatives.

Neither GACL nor the Ministry of Aviation had issued an official response at the time of publication. Social media users continue to demand accountability, with some calling for the signs to be removed and reinstalled to international standards.