Ghana Mourns: Biography Of Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah
Born on 5 July 1988 in Accra to the late Ex-WOI Emmanuel Mensah Ashaiquaye and the late Victoria Abla Morkey, Ernest hailed from La Abafum Quarter in the Greater Accra Region and Ehi in the Ketu North District of the Volta Region.
After the loss of his parents, Rev. Chief Supt. Stella Ama Katso Anku lovingly assumed a motherly role, nurturing and guiding him through life.
From an early age, Ernest carried a quiet strength, humility, and a heart devoted
to faith, family, and service, a legacy that would remain constant throughout his years.
He began his education at La Emmaus Presbyterian Primary (A&B) School and continued at La Enobal “2” Junior High School from 2001 to 2004.
He later pursued studies at Emit Electronic Institute from 2004 to 2007, where his interest in technical and mechanical work first blossomed.
Friends and teachers recall a young man who embodied honesty, respect, and kindness, who listened intently, spoke thoughtfully, and readily offered help to others.
Ernest was a man who treasured relationships. His marriage to Miss Mercy Amoah on 5 July 2025 was a joyous celebration of love, witnessed by family and friends.
Though their union was heartbreakingly short, it was built on deep affection, mutual respect, and shared hopes for the future.
A devoted Christian, Ernest was baptised and confirmed in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, South La Estate, and later worshipped at the Presby Methodist Church in Takoradi.
His life was anchored in an unwavering faith in Christ Jesus, and his greatest desire was for his loved ones to come to a saving knowledge of the Lord.
He lived with eternity in view, carrying himself with humility and discipline as a true servant of God.
In his community, Ernest was a source of warmth, generosity, and encouragement. His ready smile, kind words, and genuine concern for others made him a cherished figure among neighbours and friends.
He was the person people turned to in times of need and he is always willing to
lend a hand, often going out of his way to help without expecting anything in return.
Although Ernest dedicated fourteen years of his life to the Ghana Armed Forces and served with skill and professionalism, his true legacy lies in the lives he touched beyond the uniform.
Death
A GAF helicopter crashed on August 6, 2025, in Adansi Akrofrom in the Ashanti Region, claiming the lives of Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator.
It also claimed the lives of Dr. Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Mr. Samuel Aboagye, Deputy Director-General, NADMO, Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manden Twum-Ampadu and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
