Peter, Pilot Who Died With 7 Others, Had a Shatta Wale Sticker on Helicopter Tail
- Late Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, a skilled Ghana Air Force pilot, had a large Shatta Wale sticker on the tail of the Z-9EH helicopter he piloted
- In 2019, Anala flew Shatta Wale during a high-profile event with Cardi B, a memorable moment blending his profession with his passion for the artist’s music
- The August 6, 2025, crash near Obuasi led to the death of eight people, including Anala, two ministers, and senior officers
The late Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, who sadly died on August 6, 2025, in a helicopter crash, including two ministers, Edward Omane Boamah, Murtala Mohammed, and other officials and crew members, was a die-hard fan of the Shatta Movement, the most active fanbase of Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale.
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His love and support for the musician were obvious in his daily life, as he publicly expressed his fandom with pride.
A well-known Shatta Movement sticker was boldly attached to the tail of the Harbin Z-9EH helicopter he piloted. The sticker is evidence of his undisputed love for the artist.
In 2019, Peter Bafemi Anala had the chance to fly Shatta Wale, whose real name is Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr, in a Z-9EH helicopter during a meet and greet event when American rapper Cardi B visited Accra, Ghana.
The flight was arranged to transport the Shatta movement boss to a meet-and-greet session with Cardi B. This event gained significant social media attention due to Shatta Wale’s rare appearance at the event.
The unforgettable moment was a highlight for Peter Anala, blending his duties as a skilled pilot with his passion for Shatta’s music.
Beyond being a Shatta Movement fan, Peter Bafimi Anala was a highly distinguished senior officer in the Ghana Air Force, known for his professionalism.
Peter Anala's passion and love for Shatta Wale’s music added a vibrant, personal dimension to his disciplined military life. There is a photo of him and Shatta Wale, making him relatable to many who admired both his service and his enthusiasm for Ghanaian culture.
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Peter Anala Bafemi, a highly experienced and skilled pilot and proud Shatta Movement supporter, continues to resonate with the SM community who knew him.
Reaction of a retired staff sergeant
Yen.com.gh had a one-on-one discussion with retired Staff Sergeant Antwi Nimoh to share his concern about the gesture of the late Peter Anala.
According to him, to have a sticker of Shatta Wale on the tail of a military helicopter was nothing short of big support for Shatta Wale.
"May he rest in peace. Peter Anala's displaying such a huge SM sticker on the tail of the Air Force helicopter shows how much of a member he was to the Shatta movement; they've lost a true one."
Check out the trending photo below:
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Captain Smart suggests cause of helicopter crash
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Onua TV journalist, Captain Smart, has come under fire after suggesting that the August 6, 2025, military helicopter crash near Obuasi may have been caused by a bird. He claimed large birds like vultures and crows are responsible for many crashes.
The crash in the Sikaman Forest killed eight, including Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, Dr Samuel Sarpong, and senior military officers. They were heading to Obuasi for a government programme, and the nation observed three days of mourning.
His comments drew backlash from Ghanaians, who accused him of making baseless claims. A video of Dr Omane Boamah’s final moments before boarding the ill-fated helicopter has also gone viral.
Source: YEN.com.gh
