Stop circulating gory helicopter crash footage – Government pleads with public
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has issued an urgent plea to the public to immediately stop sharing videos and photos of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed eight lives on August 6.
The request comes in response to the widespread circulation of graphic images and videos of the crash site and victims on social media platforms.
In a concise statement, the Ministry appealed for empathy and respect for the deceased and their families.
“We have become aware of videos and photos circulating on social media of a helicopter crash and the burning bodies of some victims,” the statement read.
“We ask that, out of respect to the individuals involved, circulation of these videos and photos should stop immediately and all copies deleted. We count on your cooperation.”
The tragic crash resulted in the death of eight people, including Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed.
The unauthorised sharing of such content is a deeply distressing issue that often adds to the trauma experienced by grieving families and friends.
The Ministry’s intervention is a call to uphold basic human dignity in the digital age.
The statement concluded with a message of solidarity and prayer for the bereaved: “Our prayers are with the families and friends of those impacted.”
This tragic event and the subsequent plea from the government highlight a recurring problem with social media ethics during national tragedies.
Similar incidents have occurred in the past, where the public and media have been urged to refrain from sharing graphic content related to accidents, terror attacks, or natural disasters.
The Ministry’s swift action reflects a growing awareness of the need to manage the dissemination of sensitive information and protect the privacy of victims and their families in a hyper-connected world.
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