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  • Ghastly accident at Asseseso claims lives of three

    Ghastly accident at Asseseso claims lives of three

    Three individuals have tragically lost their lives in an accident in Asseseso, a community in the Okere district of the Eastern Region.

    The incident involved a Toyota minibus registered as GT 5990-21, which was traveling from Accra to Somanya.

    Reports suggest that the driver of the minibus began to doze off while driving, despite attempts by passengers to encourage him to rest.

    This led to the driver losing control of the vehicle, resulting in the accident in Asseseso. Of the 14 occupants onboard, two died at the scene, while another passed away during treatment at the Yilo Krobo Government Hospital.

    The driver, who also sustained severe injuries, was taken to the Atua Government Hospital in Odumase, while ten others received medical attention at the Yilo Krobo Government Hospital in Somanya.

    Medical professionals transferred five patients to the Eastern Regional Hospital in Koforidua for advanced care. Among the transferred patients, three suffered severe head injuries, one had a spine injury, and another had broken legs.

    The remaining five patients at the Yilo Krobo Government Hospital are reportedly responding well to treatment, with one expected to be discharged soon.

  • “Children I am going to love until my last breath” – Funny Face ‘adopts’ children he hit in near fatal accident

    “Children I am going to love until my last breath” – Funny Face ‘adopts’ children he hit in near fatal accident

    Comedian and actor Funny Face, born Benson Nana Yaw Oduro Boateng, has made a heartfelt pledge to provide unwavering love and support to the children knocked down with his car.

    Taking to his Instagram platform he wrote ” Miracle God of Wonders.. Children I am going to love until my last breath”.

    Prior to this pledge, Funny Face encountered criticism following his announcement of intentions to care for a 1-year-old and a 5-year-old involved in the accident.


    Some have raised concerns about Funny Face’s financial situation, suggesting that he may struggle to adopt the children due to his own need for assistance.


    The incident occurred on the evening of Sunday, March 24, when Funny Face’s vehicle collided with five individuals, including a grandmother and two children, at Kakraba in Kasoa, Central Region.


    At the time of the accident, one victim fell into a coma, while the others were swiftly transported to the Winneba Trauma Centre for urgent medical treatment.

  • Truck driver involved in new train accident sentenced to 6 months imprisonment

    Truck driver involved in new train accident sentenced to 6 months imprisonment

    The driver allegedly responsible for the recent train incident involving a newly imported train from Poland, Abel Dzidotor, has been sentenced to six months in prison.

    Reportedly, Mr Dzidotor confessed to three of the four charges brought against him, including careless driving and causing unlawful damage.

    The initial charge was for reckless driving, a breach of Section 3 of the RTA Act 683 (2004), amended by Act 761 of 2008. Dzidotor admitted guilt and was fined 100 penalty units, equivalent to a potential 20-month jail term if not paid.

    The second charge was for unauthorized stopping, a violation of Section 19 of Act 683 of 2004, amended by Act 761 of 2008. Dzidotor confessed and received a sentence of 20 penalty units, or a five-month prison term if unpaid.

    The third charge was for causing unlawful damage, contrary to section 172b of Act 2960. Mr Dzidotor admitted guilt and received a six-month hard labor sentence.

    The fourth charge was for failure to produce a driver’s license, contrary to regulation 47(2) of LI 21(80). MrDzidotor pleaded not guilty, stating that his license was in the damaged vehicle.

    He has been ordered to present the license to the court by May 9, 2024, or face potential consequences.

    The Ghana Police Service apprehended the driver of the Hyundai truck with registration number GS 9018 – 20 for allegedly causing the accident involving the newly imported train on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line on Thursday.

    The newly imported train from Poland was involved in an accident during a test run.

    According to a statement by the Police, their preliminary investigation revealed that the driver left the vehicle unattended on the railway line, resulting in a collision with the train.

    The truck driver purportedly went to deliver cement blocks when the truck became stuck on the rail after he failed to utilize a pass-through under the bridge.

  • How can you tell me this story? – Netizens react to video of train’s speed before accident

    How can you tell me this story? – Netizens react to video of train’s speed before accident

    A video of one of the newly imported trains from Poland that got into an accident on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line during its test run has surfaced on social media.

    The footage captures moments before the unfortunate incident after a driver abandoned the vehicle on the railway line, resulting in a collision with the train on Thursday.

    In this video, the train moves at a relatively steady pace. It is not at top speed.

    This video has got netizens questioning how the train driver could not view the ‘abandoned’ truck on the railway line before ramming into it.

    “This couldn’t stop upon seeing a truck about 100m away? How can you tell me this story?” a user wrote.

    Some netizens are also requesting videos of the exact moment when the collision occurred if the test run was being recorded.

    “Drones were working but we didn’t see the particular part of the collision. Eiii this country,” another user wrote.

    The Ghana Police Service has apprehended the driver of a Hyundai truck with registration number GS 9018-20 for his alleged role in the accident.

    The truck driver reportedly became stranded on the railway track while delivering cement blocks, as the vehicle was unable to pass through an underpass beneath the bridge.

    Minister of Railways Development Peter Amewu stated that engineers are currently undertaking repairs on the train.

  • No fatalities recorded in train accident during test run

    No fatalities recorded in train accident during test run

    Minister of Railways Development, John Peter Amewu, has confirmed the safety of all passengers and crew members aboard the newly imported train from Poland, which was involved in an accident during a test run.

    The train, recently acquired by Ghana for operation on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line, was involved in an accident in the Asuogyaman District on Thursday, April 18, 2024, around 12:10 pm.

    The Ministry of Railways Development, in a statement dated Thursday, April 18, 2024, explained that the train encountered a stationary vehicle positioned directly across the rail track as it approached the curve at Km76+100.

    In an interview on Eyewitness News on Citi FM, Peter Amewu, stated, “The good thing is that none of the passengers, or crew on board got injured, everybody is safe.”

    Peter Amewu stated that engineers are currently repairing the damaged train, emphasizing that it remains in good condition.

    “Engineers are currently working on it, the train has been brought back to the workshop. The KIA driver has reported himself to the police station. We’re currently in the process of assessing the damage to the train.

    “Technically, the train is still in good form, nothing in terms of the electricals or engine has been disturbed, except the front that got slightly damaged. We’re hoping that the insurance company will work on it as quickly as possible to bring the train back on the line.”

    He assured that the ministry would provide updates to Ghanaians after the completion of the police investigations.

  • Poland train accident killed no one – Railways Ministry

    Poland train accident killed no one – Railways Ministry

    Railways Development Minister John Peter Amewu has verified that there were no injuries in the incident concerning Ghana’s recently procured train from Poland.

    During a test run on the Tema-Mpakadan railway route on Thursday, April 18, 2024, the train was involved in an accident.

    It collided with a Kia truck parked on the railway, causing damage to its front.

    Despite carrying passengers and inspectors, there were no casualties reported, as confirmed by Peter Amewu.

    Additionally, he stated that the driver of the Kia truck involved in the accident has voluntarily reported to the police.

    “The engineers are currently working on it. The train has been brought back to the workshop. The Kia driver himself has reported himself to the police station, but the conduct of the driver as of now cannot be well explained,” the Railways Minister said on Citi FM’s Eyewitness News.

    “And the good thing is that all the passengers and the inspectors on board the train, none of them got injured and we are currently in the process of assessing the damage to the train.

    “Technically, I would say the train is still in very good form. Nothing in terms of electrical or the engine has been affected, except the front that got slightly damaged.”

    Earlier this month, the initial set of trains, manufactured in Poland, docked at the Tema Port, aiming to enhance railway transportation in Ghana.

    A total of 12 modern trains are anticipated from Poland, slated to improve railway services across the country. These state-of-the-art trains are scheduled to commence operations by May, marking a significant advancement in Ghana’s railway sector.

  • Popular Ghanaian DJ, Isaac Cool, dies after car accident

    Popular Ghanaian DJ, Isaac Cool, dies after car accident


    The resident DJ of Starr FM, DJ Isaac Cool, has tragically passed away while undergoing treatment following a devastating accident.

    Despite the efforts to save him, DJ Isaac Cool reportedly succumbed to his injuries.

    His colleague, Caroline Sampson, confirmed the heartbreaking news.

    After being involved in an accident on Friday, February 23, DJ Isaac Cool had been in and out of a coma.

    Despite undergoing brain surgery and a fundraising campaign to support his medical treatment, his condition deteriorated.

    Sadly, he passed away on Friday afternoon, April 12, 2024.

    DJ Isaac Cool was renowned for his outstanding talent as a DJ, producer, and voice-over artist.

  • Accident on Tarkwa-Bogoso road claims life of a Catholic priest

    Accident on Tarkwa-Bogoso road claims life of a Catholic priest

    Fr. Samuel Ebuley Afful, a Catholic priest stationed in Shama, Western Region, has tragically lost his life in a fatal accident on the Tarkwa-Bogoso road, as stated by an official announcement.

    Fr. Ebuley Afful was journeying with Most Rev. Joseph Affrifa-Agyekum, the Bishop of Koforidua, along with Very Rev. Fr. Francis Kobina Arthur, Very Rev. Fr. Albert Amakye, and Very Rev. Fr. Philip Tandoh, en route to Enchi for their annual classmates’ reunion when the accident occurred.

    In an official statement by Most Rev. John Baptist, the Bishop of the Sekondi-Takoradi Diocese, profound sorrow was expressed over the loss.

    “With a heavy heart, I announce to you the demise of our brother and priest, Very Rev. Samuel Ebuley Afful. Fr Ebuley Afful who died shortly after a fatal accident, which occurred yesterday on the Tarkwa-Bogoso road,” the statement said.

    The statement, in a Facebook post, continued that, “Father was traveling with four other classmates to Enchi for their annual classmates’ reunion. These are Most Rev. Joseph Affrifa-Agyekum, Bishop of Koforidua, Very Rev. Fr. Francis Kobina Arthur, Very Rev Fr. Albert Amakye, and Very Rev. Fr. Philip Tandoh. These sustained various degrees of injuries.”

    It was also mentioned that Most Rev. Affrifa-Agyekum and Very Rev. Fr. Arthur, who were injured, have been discharged from the Bogoso Government Hospital after receiving initial medical attention.

    However, Very Rev. Fr. Tandoh, Very Rev. Fr. Amakye, and the Bishop’s driver have been transferred to the Tarkwa Municipal Hospital for further medical care.

  • Nandom-Hamile highway accident leaves 9 Police officers injured

    Nandom-Hamile highway accident leaves 9 Police officers injured

    Nine police personnel sustained injuries during an operation in Nandom, Upper West Region, when the service vehicle they were traveling in had an accident on the Nandom-Hamile highway.

    The injured officers, including Chief Inspector Fatawu Jangu, Constable Sandra Abdul-Rahman, Constable Rose Amu, and General Constables Felix Amponsah, Emmanuel Asare, Emmanuel Oppong, Christian Antwi, and Ezra Kwaku Lamedeku, are currently receiving treatment at Nandom.

    The incident occurred on April 5, 2024, at about 0800 hours, when the team responded to a distress call regarding a potential road blockade by a group involved in the Dagaaba/Sissala conflict in Lambussie.

    The police vehicle, driven by the Chief Inspector, was en route to Lambussie through Piina, Suke, and Bugnuo on the Piina-Fermor road to prevent the road blockade.

    However, upon discovering that the information was false, the team was returning when the accident occurred at Bu near Nandom on the Nandom-Hamile Highway. The vehicle has been towed to the Nandom Police station for further investigation.

    This incident marks the third time in a month that police officers have been involved in a car accident while on duty, with one of the previous accidents resulting in a fatality.

  • Jacob Zuma goes uninjured in car accident amid allegations of targeted attack

    Jacob Zuma goes uninjured in car accident amid allegations of targeted attack


    South Africa’s ex-President Jacob Zuma was involved in a car accident but fortunately escaped unharmed.

    According to police reports, a drunk driver collided with his “official armoured state vehicle” on Thursday evening.

    However, a prominent member of his uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party alleged that the crash was a deliberate targeting of Zuma.

    Currently suspended by the ruling African National Congress (ANC), Zuma is actively campaigning for the MK ahead of the upcoming general election in May.

    The incident occurred while Mr. Zuma was traveling with his official protection team on a road in his native province of KwaZulu-Natal around 18:40 local time (16:40 GMT) on Thursday.

    “No-one was injured, including members of the Presidential Protection Services. The former president was evacuated and taken to his residence,” a brief police statement said.

    “No injuries were reported, including among members of the Presidential Protection Services. The former president was safely evacuated and transported to his residence,” stated a concise police release.

    Authorities have apprehended a 51-year-old individual for charges related to “drunken driving, as well as reckless and negligent driving.”

  • Sokoban accident claims lives of 2, 5 injured

    Sokoban accident claims lives of 2, 5 injured

    A tragic accident at Sokoban in Kumasi has resulted in two confirmed deaths and five others in critical condition.

    The accident occurred when a mini commercial bus, also known as a ‘trotro,’ suffered a brake failure and collided with another bus.

    Eyewitnesses reported that one of the deceased, a middle-aged woman, attempted to escape the accident by rushing out of the car. Unfortunately, the vehicle overturned and crashed on her.

    The other victim, a lady, was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to her injuries.

    Five other passengers who were on board the vehicle sustained injuries and were also rushed to the hospital.

    The road stretch where the accident occurred has been a site of multiple fatal accidents in the past year, as construction has stalled.

    Residents, motorists, and commuters are calling for the one-kilometre stretch to be fixed to prevent further tragedies.

  • Police officers involved in Nsawam road accident, 5 injured

    Police officers involved in Nsawam road accident, 5 injured

    A police patrol team from the Nsawam Police en route to Nsawam from Adeiso in the Eastern Region has been involved in an accident.

    The incident, which occurred on March 27, is said to have involved a Toyota pickup that experienced a mechanical fault at Uptown on the Adeiso-Nsawam road.

    “On 27/03/2024 about 1345hrs, C/Inspr. Rose Kyeremaa in-charge No. 46230 G/Sgt. George Boye, No. 35494 G/Cpl. Asare Akoto and No. 57945 G/Const. Bernard Dede Ofosu on board S/V. Toyota Pick-up no. GP 3030 driven by Issaka Yakubu all of the Nsawam Police District Day Patrols team were involved in a motor accident while driving from Adeiso direction to Nsawam,” a police incident report read.

    “On reaching a section of the road at Uptown on Adeiso-Nsawam road, the police vehicle developed a mechanical fault and the suspect driver lost control of his vehicle, veered off his lane and ran into a Hyundai i10 taxicab with registration No. GG 4512-21 driven by suspect driver Felix Akuffo aged 30 with four (4) occupants on board from Nsawam to Adeiso direction,” the statement added.

    Five of the officers have been admitted to the Nsawam Government Hospital for treatment.

    The vehicles involved in the accident have also been impounded for testing as part of ongoing police investigations.

    This recent incident follows another accident recorded on the same day, where three police officers lost their lives.

    The officers were heading for operational duties when the tragic incident occurred.

  • Police mourn 3 of its officers killed in ghastly car accident near Suhum

    Police mourn 3 of its officers killed in ghastly car accident near Suhum

    The Ghana Police Service is in mourning following a tragic accident that claimed the lives of three of its officers.

    The deceased officers, Chief Inspector Michael Adzaho, PW Inspector Theresa Zampiah, and General Corporal Emmanuel Asamoah, were involved in the fatal incident on March 27, 2024, near Kyekyewere, close to Suhum in the Eastern Region, along the Accra-Kumasi Highway.

    The officers, all serving with the Formed Police Unit (FPU) of the Ghana Police Service, were on their way to their operational duties when the accident occurred.

    Another officer, General Corporal Samuel Jude Koufie, who was traveling with them, sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.

    Inspector General of Police (IGP) George Akuffo Dampare personally spoke with the family members of the fallen officers, extending sympathies and offering words of comfort during this difficult time.

    The Service issued a statement on March 28, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of the gallant officers and reaffirming their commitment to stand by the families of the deceased.

  • Accident on Accra-Kumasi Highway kills 3 police officers

    Accident on Accra-Kumasi Highway kills 3 police officers

    The Ghana Police Service has reported the tragic loss of three officers in a fatal road accident on the Accra-Kumasi Highway.

    In a brief statement shared on the Service’s social media platforms, the incident was confirmed to have taken place at Kyekyewere on Wednesday, March 24, 2024.

    “With a heavy heart, the Ghana Police Service mourns three of our gallant officers who lost their lives in a fatal accident today at Kyekyewere along the Accra-Kumasi Highway while on their way for Police operational duties,” the police said.

    While providing scant details, the statement assured that additional information would be provided once the families of the deceased officers have been formally notified.

    “In line with Ghanaian tradition and the Ghana Police Service Regulations, full details will be communicated after the bereaved families are formally informed,” the statement added.

    This devastating incident follows closely after another tragic accident on the Accra-Kumasi Road, which claimed the lives of 21 individuals.

    The previous accident occurred on Friday, March 15, 2024, involving a Sprinter bus and a minibus on the Breku stretch of the road in the Ashanti region.

  • Ridge hospital lacked beds for one victim of Funny Face accident

    Ridge hospital lacked beds for one victim of Funny Face accident

    The individuals injured in the accident involving actor Funny Face on Sunday are currently receiving medical care at various healthcare facilities.

    According to Kofi Adjei of Adom News, three of the injured victims have been transferred to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital, while another is receiving treatment at a local clinic in Nyanyano Kakraba.

    However, the brother of one victim revealed that his sibling is in a coma at the Nyanyano Kakraba community hospital.

    In an interview with Adom News, Isaac Asare, the victim’s brother, explained that initially, his brother was transferred to Ridge Hospital.

    However, due to bed shortages, he was unable to be admitted.

    Consequently, he was redirected to the Police Hospital, where admission was also unavailable.

  • 3 individuals, including young female soldier, perish in tragic accident in Juapong

    3 individuals, including young female soldier, perish in tragic accident in Juapong

    Last Saturday midnight in Juapong, North Tongu District of the Volta Region, a ghastly accident claimed the lives of three individuals, including a recently graduated young female soldier identified as Sherri Shalom.

    Reports suggest that the other two individuals, alleged to be involved in fraudulent activities commonly known as “game boys,” were also victims of the accident.

    The accident occurred when the Hyundai vehicle they were traveling in collided with the back of a cargo car heavily laden with firewood.

    The impact of the collision proved fatal for the two male occupants seated in the front of the vehicle, who died instantly.

    While Sherri Shalom initially survived the crash, she was found unconscious at the scene.

    She was rushed to Akosombo Hospital for urgent medical attention. Unfortunately, despite medical efforts, she succumbed to her injuries a day later.

    The tragic incident has left the community in mourning, highlighting the dangers of road accidents and the devastating impact they can have on families and communities. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine the cause and prevent similar tragedies in the future.

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  • Trotro kills two pedestrians at Nima

    Trotro kills two pedestrians at Nima

    A distressing video has surfaced online, capturing the devastating moment when two pedestrians lost their lives while attempting to cross the road near the Nima police headquarters in Accra.

    Eyewitnesses at the scene reported that the pedestrians were hit by an oncoming vehicle, resulting in fatal injuries. 

    Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the location, but unfortunately, both victims succumbed to their injuries before they could receive medical attention.

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  • Ashanti Region: Accident on Akomadan road claims lives of pregnant woman

    Ashanti Region: Accident on Akomadan road claims lives of pregnant woman

    A collision between a tricycle carrying passengers, including a pregnant woman, and a tipper truck has resulted in three fatalities and six injuries in Akomadan, situated in the Offinso North District of the Ashanti Region.

    The tragic incident unfolded around 6 pm on Thursday, February 29, on the Akomadan-Konkoma road.

    The tricycle, transporting several artisans, was heading to Akomadan township when it collided head-on with the tipper truck, loaded with sand, on a narrow section of the road.

    Speaking to the media, the Offinso North District Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Elijah Mamoa stated “It was a crash between a tipper truck and a tricycle. The tipper truck was returning to their base, where they harvest sand and the tricycle was also returning to Akomadan, where it was carrying people before the head-on collision occurred”.

  • 3 feared dead in recent Accra-Kumasi highway accident

    3 feared dead in recent Accra-Kumasi highway accident

    The Accra-Kumasi Highway has once again recorded a fatal accident that is believed to have led to the loss of three lives.

    The unfortunate incident is reported to have occurred on Tuesday morning, February 27.

    Videos making rounds on X platform show a mangled car and some individuals lying on the ground. Several individuals trooped in at the scene to witness what had happened.

    Netizens are concerned about the increasing carnage recorded on the highway. Some users say that, albeit bad roads are a major cause, another factor that needs to be looked at is the indiscipline of drivers.

    It is unknown what caused the recent accident.

  • Four dead in Awutu Bereku fatal accident, others injured

    Four dead in Awutu Bereku fatal accident, others injured

    A tragic accident in Awutu Bereku, Central Region, has claimed the lives of four individuals and left many others injured.

    The incident, which took place early on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, involved a collision between a tipper truck with registration number GS 2820-21 and a Ford transit with registration number GG 5447-22.

    According to a passenger named Nii Armah, who suffered a cut on his forehead, they were traveling from Accra towards Winneba when the tipper truck, traveling in the opposite direction, lost control and crossed into their lane, resulting in the collision.

    The impact of the crash was devastating, instantly claiming the lives of four individuals and causing injuries to several others, including a toddler.

    The injured victims were promptly transported to St Gregory Hospital for medical attention, while the deceased were taken to the morgue.

    The authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine the cause of the tragic incident.

  • Nkawkaw school bus accident: Municipal Education Director commiserates with bereaved families

    Nkawkaw school bus accident: Municipal Education Director commiserates with bereaved families

    The Municipal Education Director for Kwawu West Municipality, Mr. George Yankyera, has visited the families affected by the recent school bus accident at Nkawkaw Nankyea in the Eastern Region.

    He expressed his deepest sympathies and provided support to the grieving families, as well as visiting the school affected by the accident and the hospitalized individuals.

    The Education Directorate had previously advised the school to replace their bus due to its poor condition, but unfortunately, this advice was not followed, leading to the tragic incident.

    The accident involved a Nissan Patrol vehicle, reportedly the official vehicle of the District Chief Executive for Atwima Kwanwoma in the Ashanti region, Prince Karikari.

    Eyewitnesses stated that the driver attempted an unauthorized U-turn while driving on the shoulders of the road from the Accra-Kumasi direction near Nanchia. All the victims, including a female teacher identified as Dorcas Dede, succumbed to their injuries while receiving treatment at the Holy Family Hospital in Nkawkaw.

    Mr. Yankyera emphasized the importance of adhering to safety recommendations and expressed concern that the prior advice on the school bus was not heeded. Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident are ongoing.

  • Bigger disaster looms if unauthorised access points to Accra-Kumasi Highway is not checked – Kwahu East MCE

    Bigger disaster looms if unauthorised access points to Accra-Kumasi Highway is not checked – Kwahu East MCE

    The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Kwahu East in the Eastern Region, Yaw Owusu Addo, has raised concerns about increasing accidents on the Nkawkaw stretch of the Accra-Kumasi highway.

    He called for immediate measures to block unauthorized access points to the main road to prevent further accidents.

    Mr. Addo’s concerns were prompted by a tragic incident on Thursday, February 15, which resulted in the death of three male pupils and a female teacher from the Ampeah Memorial School in Nkawkaw.

    The fatal accident involved a Nissan Patrol vehicle believed to be the official vehicle of Prince Karikari, the District Chief Executive for Atwima Kwanwoma, which crashed into a Hyundai minibus.

    According to an eyewitness, the driver of the bus attempted an unauthorized U-turn while driving on the shoulders of the road from the Accra-Kumasi direction at a spot near Nanchia.

    Mr. Addo expressed frustration, stating that despite his efforts to address the issue and curb accidents on the stretch, he has been unsuccessful in persuading the highway authority to effectively tackle the problem.

    “Since I became the MCE, we have also been raising that issue, but it is not an issue we can tackle single-handedly at the municipal level. We need bigger support to deal with the situation there, but I know there is a bigger disaster waiting to happen if we do not take action,” he said.

  • 4 perish as school bus crashes with DCE’s car on Accra-Kumasi Highway

    4 perish as school bus crashes with DCE’s car on Accra-Kumasi Highway

    A devastating collision between an Ampea Memorial school bus and a state-registered vehicle, reportedly carrying a District Chief Executive (DCE), has resulted in multiple casualties, including three students and a teacher.

    The tragic incident occurred on Thursday, February 15, 2024, on the Accra-Kumasi Highway near Nkawkaw in the Eastern Region, sending shockwaves through the community and leaving families reeling from the heartbreaking loss.

    According to initial reports, the collision occurred in the afternoon hours, causing extensive damage to both vehicles and resulting in numerous injuries among the occupants. 

    Three students and a teacher from the Ampea Memorial school were tragically killed in the crash, while dozens more sustained injuries of varying severity.

  • Accident victims can claim benefits from insurance company within 3 years – Lawyer

    Accident victims can claim benefits from insurance company within 3 years – Lawyer

    A Lawyer and Chartered Insurer, Jeffery Koranteng, has clarified the timeframe within which individuals injured in a road accident can file a claim with their insurance company.

    According to him, those injured have a three-year window to submit their claims, while minors and individuals with disabilities have up to six years.

    During an appearance on The Law, he elaborated on the reasons behind these limitations, emphasizing that victims often face challenges making immediate claims due to injuries sustained during accidents.

    Mr Koranteng explained, “So within three years after the loss, if you have suffered an injury and then you are hospitalized or anything, I mean…, you are not able to report. You still have within three years within which to bring the claim.”

    He stated that “If somebody is a child or somebody is of an unsound mind, we call that a disability in law. So even though there’s a three-year period within which you can bring the claim, if you’re under some form of disability, then the period of limitation does not run until you are out of that disability.”

    “So if you were a child, for example, that means you are below the age of 18, so that that period of limitation, which is three years, does not start to run until you come out of that disability. And if you’re out of unsound mind, that same information applies to you,” he noted.

    Concerning property damage, Mr Koranteng noted that individuals have a six-year timeframe to make a claim for damages resulting from the accident.

    However, he cautioned accident victims against actions that could lead to the rejection of their insurance claims.

    He advised drivers to obtain the appropriate licenses for their vehicles and emphasized the importance of reporting accidents promptly to the police.

    “I have a B license and I’m driving a vehicle that requires a C license, I’ve not been trained or certified by DVLA to drive that kind of vehicle.”

    Additionally, he urged victims to document the scene with photos and videos and report the issue to their insurance company before making any repairs, as fixing the vehicle without approval could complicate the assessment of the extent of damage.

  • Accident on Kumasi-Accra Highway leaves five injured

    Accident on Kumasi-Accra Highway leaves five injured


    A Toyota Corolla car carrying five individuals, including the driver, sustained injuries in a severe road accident when it collided with a moving Benz Tipper truck.

    The incident occurred as the speeding Toyota Corolla, traveling from the Ejisu direction to Tech-junction, failed to adhere to a red traffic light at the Tech roundabout on Friday, February 9, 2024, around 5:00 pm.

    The injured parties, namely Agyemang Amankwah (the driver), Opoku Andrews (48 years old), and Emmanuel Nyomator (29 years old), are currently hospitalized.

    Kingsley Narh (27 years old) and Kwabena Boateng (32 years old) are also undergoing treatment.

    The police statement highlighted that the collision involved the Toyota Corolla and a Benz Tipper truck (No.AS9362G) driven by Agyemang Amankwah, aged 48 years, who was proceeding from the CCC-direction when the traffic light signaled green for him to proceed.

    “At Tech roundabout he failed to observe the traffic light when shown red with his speeding vehicle and crashed into a Benz Tipper truck No.AS9362G, being driven by Agyemang Amankwah, aged 48 years, who was from the CCC-direction when the Traffic light had shown green for him to go,” the statement read in parts.

    The police have towed the accident vehicles to the station for testing, and investigations into the precise cause of the crash are ongoing.

  • I saw NPP’s Dickson Osei-Assibey in a fatal accident – Apostle Francis Amoako Atta

    I saw NPP’s Dickson Osei-Assibey in a fatal accident – Apostle Francis Amoako Atta


    Founder and Leader of the Lord’s Parliament Chapel International, Apostle Francis Amoako Atta made a startling revelation during the live broadcast of Onua FM’s “Maseda Nie Thanksgiving Breakfast” on Friday, February 9, 2024, held at El Wak Stadium.

    The Man of God shared a prophetic message about the life of an NPP aspirant who vied for the parliamentary seat in the Atwima Nwabiagya North constituency, Lawyer Dickson Osei-Assibey, during this year’s primaries.

    As the Apostle ministered, he disclosed a forewarning that Osei-Assibey might encounter a fatal car accident, potentially resulting in his demise.

    Offering specific details, he mentioned the former aspirant’s ownership of a white V8 vehicle and a school in Barekese, revealing that he witnessed posters of Osei-Assibey’s obituary affixed to the school premises.

    Delving into the parliamentary seat contest, Apostle Amoako Atta stated, “I saw he was number one on the ballot paper but the candidate who was number two on the ballot paper won the election”.

    The Man of God also highlighted the existence of malicious activities perpetrated against Lawyer Dickson Osei-Assibey, attributing these acts to his ultimate defeat in the primaries.

  • Pastor in critical condition, others injured in Bompata car crash

    Pastor in critical condition, others injured in Bompata car crash

    A group of preachers experienced a harrowing accident in Bompata, located in the Ashanti Region, while en route for evangelical work.

    The unfortunate incident unfolded as the preachers, led by 26-year-old Michael Lawe, were on their journey.

    Tragically, their expedition took a devastating turn when the vehicle they were traveling in crashed, resulting in injuries to three individuals, including Michael himself.

    The precise cause of the accident remains under investigation.

    Prompt action from bystanders ensued, as they swiftly came to the aid of the injured preachers, rushing them to Stewards Hospital for urgent medical attention.

    Among the injured, Michael Lawe is reported to be in critical condition, having sustained significant injuries to his hands, leg, and head.

  • Accident at Bimbila kills nurse

    Accident at Bimbila kills nurse

    In a tragic turn of events on Thursday morning, a nurse in his 40s, affiliated with Bimbilla Hospital, lost his life in a collision involving a Kia Renault.

    The unfortunate incident occurred as the deceased was returning from his night shift.

    Eyewitnesses recounted that a Benz bus, traveling in the wrong direction, forced the Kia Renault to swerve, resulting in the fatal accident.

    Abdulai Yaqoub, the Nanumba North Municipal Chief Executive, confirmed the incidents to Citi News.

    The police have taken the nurse’s body to the hospital morgue, and the drivers involved have been apprehended, currently in police custody.

    In a contradictory statement, the driver of the Benz bus refuted the incident, asserting that he had already passed the scene before the collision occurred.

  • Nurse killed in ghastly Bimbilla road accident

    Nurse killed in ghastly Bimbilla road accident

    A nurse in his 40s from Bimbilla Hospital has met his untimely demise in a fatal accident involving a Kia Renault.

    The unfortunate incident on Thursday, February 8, occurred as the deceased, returning from his night shift, was struck by the Kia Renault.

    Eyewitnesses reported that a Benz bus traveling in the wrong direction forced the Kia Renault to swerve, leading to the fatal collision. Confirming the incident to the media, Nanumba North Municipal Chief Executive Abdulai Yaqoub extended his condolences to the bereaved family.

    The police have transported the nurse’s body to the hospital morgue, and both drivers involved in the accident have been apprehended and are presently in police custody.

    However, the driver of the Benz bus has provided a conflicting statement, refuting any involvement in the accident and claiming to have passed the scene before the collision occurred.

  • DCE for Sawla-Tuna-Kalba reportedly involved in car accident

    DCE for Sawla-Tuna-Kalba reportedly involved in car accident

    The former Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District Chief Executive (DCE), Barikisu Losina, recently relieved of her duties by Presiden Akufo-Addo, has been involved in a car crash.

    The incident occurred on Saturday, February 3, 2024, near Guripe on the Sawla-Damongo Road, just one day after her dismissal.

    Traveling to Tamale with her child and a driver from the assembly, Barikisu Losina was reportedly involved in the accident, and the circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear.

    Following the incident, the former DCE and the other occupants of the vehicle are currently receiving medical treatment at St. Anne’s Hospital in Damongo, according to a Citinewsroom report. However, the details of their injuries have not been disclosed.

    President Akufo-Addo had dismissed 24 Municipal and District Chief Executives, including Barikisu Losina, on January 2, 2024, without providing specific reasons for the dismissals.

    In a subsequent statement dated January 3, 2024, the President nominated 26 new Municipal and District Chief Executives, citing the authority granted by Article 243 (3) b of the Constitution and Section 20 (3) (b) of the Local Government Act, 2014, (Act 936) as the basis for his decision to replace the ousted officials.

  • Sawla-Tuna-Kalba DCE sacked by Akufo-Addo involved in car accident

    Sawla-Tuna-Kalba DCE sacked by Akufo-Addo involved in car accident

    Information coming in indicates that Barikisu Losina, the recently removed District Chief Executive of Sawla-Tuna-Kalba district, has been involved in an accident.

    The incident occurred near Guripe on the Sawla-Damongo Road on Saturday morning.

    This comes just a day after Barikisu Losina was dismissed from her position by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, alongside 23 other Municipal and District Chief Executives. The reasons for their removal were not provided.

    Barikisu Losina was reportedly traveling to Tamale with her child and a driver of the assembly when the accident happened. All the occupants, including the former DCE, are currently receiving treatment at St. Anne’s Hospital in Damongo.

    President Akufo-Addo’s decision to dismiss the Municipal and District Chief Executives was communicated in a statement dated January 2, 2024, and was followed by the nomination of 26 new Municipal and District Chief Executive Officers in a subsequent statement dated January 3, 2024.

    The President cited compliance with constitutional and legal provisions for his decision.

  • Bride, brother-in-law, 5 bridesmaids, 6 others die in auto crash

    Bride, brother-in-law, 5 bridesmaids, 6 others die in auto crash

    A bride, her brother-in-law, and five bridesmaids, along with six others, lost their lives in an accident when the vehicle carrying them lost control due to over speeding and wrongful overtaking, as reported by Vanguard News.

    An eyewitness stated that 20 individuals were involved in the accident, with 13 fatalities and seven others critically injured. The second vehicle was a commercial Nissan bus departing from Minna to Ogbomosho, Oyo State.

    The Niger State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Commission, FRSC, Tsukwan Kumar, confirmed the incident, describing it as a crash involving a Toyota Corolla conveying the late bride and others from Mokwa to Bida, and a commercial Nissan bus from Minna heading to Ogbomoso.

    The casualties included eight female adults, four male adults, and one male child, while the injured comprised four female adults, one male adult, one male child, and one female child.

    Belongings recovered from the accident scene, such as five phones, an International passport, a NIN slip, three handbags, two traveling boxes, goods, and other personal effects, were handed over to the Police Outpost in Wuya.

    The corpses of the deceased have been handed over to their relatives after proper identification.

    The four remaining bodies, yet to be identified, were deposited at the General Hospital, Kutigi, headquarters of Lavun Local Government Area, while the injured are receiving medical treatment at the Federal Medical Centre, FMC, Bida.

    Kumar said: “The crash involved two vehicles, a Toyota Corolla conveying the late bride and others from Mokwa to Bida and a commercial Nissan bus from Minna heading to Ogbomoso.

    “Those who died include eight female adults, four male adults, and one male child while four female adults, one male adult, one male child, and one female child were injured.

    “The vehicles involved in the accident, had property which include five phones, one International passport, one NIN slip, three handbags, two travelling boxes, goods and other personal effects belonging to the victims were handed over to the Police Outpost in Wuya.”

  • Tragic accident claims 12 lives on Accra-Tema motorway

    Tragic accident claims 12 lives on Accra-Tema motorway

    A gruesome accident on the poorly maintained Accra-Tema motorway has resulted in twelve fatalities.

    The incident, involving a ‘trotro’ vehicle, occurred late on Friday, leading to a devastating loss of lives.

    Reports indicate that all twelve occupants of the trotro lost their lives in the tragic accident.

    A social media user, passing by the scene of the horrific crash, captured a photo and shared it online, highlighting the severity of the incident and the subsequent massive traffic disruption on the motorway.

    In light of the current condition of the so-called motorway, reactions to the accident were not unexpected.

    “Why can’t the Roads and Transport Ministry focus on the Motorway and use their heads to solve problems in the interim? Can’t they simply reduce the speed limit to begin with and enforce it?” one netizen queried.

    Another said: “Everything about This country is bad..hmm you joke small you gon trade ur soul. The leaders are not also making attempts to reconstruct road again,”

  • Speeding taxi driver knocks down police officer at Agona Swedru

    Speeding taxi driver knocks down police officer at Agona Swedru

    Police have apprehended Kofi Donkor, a 27-year-old taxi driver, for allegedly striking a police officer, Constable Ernest Opare, who was on duty at Agona Swedru in the Central region.

    The incident occurred at the Agona Swedru Chief Palace junction, where Constable Opare was directing traffic on the busy dual carriage road.

    According to police sources, the driver, operating a vehicle with registration number GW 6086-22, was observed driving on the road’s shoulders.

    The impatient and reportedly speeding driver allegedly ran over the police officer.

    Constable Ernest Opare sustained severe injuries to his back and hands and was swiftly taken to the Agona Swedru Municipal Hospital for medical attention.

    Currently, he is undergoing treatment for his injuries.

    The taxi driver is now in police custody, cooperating with ongoing investigations into the incident.

  • VIDEO: Taxi driver hits and drags police officer directing traffic in Agona Swedru

    VIDEO: Taxi driver hits and drags police officer directing traffic in Agona Swedru

    A taxi driver, in a shocking incident yesterday morning between 7:00 am – 8:00 am in Agona Swedru in the Central Region, is currently on the run after he struck and dragged a police officer named Opare Ernest, who was directing traffic.

    The incident, according to UTV reporter Sylvester Awuah Brobbey, occurred near the Agona Swedru Chapel Square, close to the chief’s palace, where police personnel were deployed to provide security for an ongoing event.

    Narrating the incident on UTV’s Adekye Nsroma, Brobbey said, Opare Ernest was directing traffic to manage heavy congestion when a taxi driver deviated from the designated route, hitting the police officer and dragging him for a considerable distance.

    The taxi eventually came to a halt after plunging into a gutter, with the injured officer still trapped under the vehicle.

    Quick to respond, other police officers providing security rushed to the scene, successfully extricating their colleague from under the taxi. The injured officer was promptly transported to the hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment for severe injuries sustained during the incident.

    The fleeing taxi driver abandoned his vehicle, with the registration number GW6086-22, a Hyundai I10, at the scene. Despite an extensive search conducted throughout the day, the driver remained elusive. The police have launched a manhunt to apprehend the hit-and-run driver.

    The police officer’s uniform was torn into pieces during the harrowing incident, highlighting the severity of the injuries sustained. Authorities continue their efforts to locate and apprehend the driver responsible for this alarming hit-and-run.

  • Many feared dead in accident on Adenta-Dodowa road

    Many feared dead in accident on Adenta-Dodowa road


    A horrifying accident on the Adenta-Dodowa road in the Greater Accra region has left many feared dead, with several others sustaining various degrees of injuries.

    The tragic incident occurred during the early hours of Thursday, January 18, 2024, close to the Fidelity Bank branch at Frafraha, as reported by an eyewitness.

    The collision involved a Hyundai commercial vehicle carrying passengers and a truck, resulting in extensive damage to the commercial vehicle.

    According to the eyewitness, numerous passengers and the driver suffered severe injuries, while the whereabouts of the truck driver remained unknown.

    The cause of the accident is yet to be determined.

    Emergency response teams, including personnel from the Ambulance Service and Ghana National Fire Service, rushed to the scene to transport victims to the hospital and manage the heavy traffic caused by the accident, ensuring the safety of other road users.

  • Inadequate road mapping endangering drivers – NRSA

    Inadequate road mapping endangering drivers – NRSA


    Director of Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation at the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Daniel Wuaku, has highlighted the deficiency of basic safety elements such as road mapping on some roads, posing challenges to safe driving conditions.

    Despite resource limitations, Mr Wuaku acknowledges the NRSA’s efforts to introduce safety features aimed at assisting drivers in adopting careful driving practices to mitigate road accidents.

    He stressed the need for drivers to exercise heightened safety consciousness in areas lacking these safety aids, emphasizing personal responsibility for ensuring one’s safety on the road.

    In an interview on the AM Show, Mr Wuaku emphasized the importance of educating the public, conducted by the National Road Safety Authority and its stakeholders, on the significance of road designs for enhancing safe driving practices.

    He advocated for increased police enforcement of traffic regulations, commending their ongoing efforts in promoting road safety.

    He called for collective action, stating, “We must give credit to the police for what they have been doing for the past years, and they must carry it, take it up, and move it forward. All of us must join in the wagon to deliver safety on the roads.”

  • Funeral rites conducted for Samira Bawumia’s security team member killed in Saturday’s crash

    Funeral rites conducted for Samira Bawumia’s security team member killed in Saturday’s crash

    Mourners gathered on Sunday morning, January 14, 2024, to pay their respects at the funeral service for Alhassan Fuseini, a dedicated member of Samira Bawumia‘s security detail. 

    The somber event commemorated his life, cut short tragically in an accident on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

    Alhassan Fuseini, now departed, was a member of the convoy escorting Mrs. Bawumia when a collision occurred with a bus at Ohene-Nkwata near Nobewam in the Ejisu-Juaben Municipality of the Ashanti Region.

    The multi-vehicle accident included the collision of two Toyota Land Cruisers, a Mercedes Benz car, and a Sprinter Benz bus.

    Among the eight victims, four sustained severe injuries.

    During the ceremony today, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and his wife, Samira Bawumia, were observed in a solemn mood as they accompanied Alhassan’s family.

    The burial was performed in line with Islamic customs.

  • Kaakyire Kwame Appiah narrowly escapes deadly accident

    Kaakyire Kwame Appiah narrowly escapes deadly accident

    Highlife musician Kaakyire Kwame Appiah narrowly avoided a tragic fate in a severe motor accident at Nkawkaw in the Eastern Region.

    A video shared on Angel TV’s Twitter handle, recorded by the artist himself, reveals a severely damaged car overturned in the middle of the road.

    Kaakyire Kwame Appiah explained that he lost control while driving on the wet road on Tuesday, January 9. He attributed the accident to the wet conditions, poor state of the road, and a brake failure.

    Despite the harrowing incident, he reported that all four occupants of the vehicle survived with minor injuries and have been promptly taken to the hospital.

    “I was driving along the Nkawkaw dual carriage road in my car with 3 others. It had slightly rained and some parts of the road were not good. All of a sudden the car lost control and I started shouting “Jesus, Jesus”.

    “Everyone in the car is alive and has been rushed to the hospital,” he narrated

    Kaakyire Kwame Appiah also assured fans of his safety and said he was in good health.

    Watch the post below

  • Two injured in Domeabra car accident

    Two injured in Domeabra car accident

    Two individuals have been rushed to Kasoa Polyclinic in critical condition after being struck by a Toyota Corolla whose driver lost control.

    The incident occurred as the victims were waiting for a commercial vehicle at Domeabra in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region, according to reports.

    Joseph Akrashie, the Assemblyman for Domeabra Electoral Area, confirmed the accident to Adom News, providing details about the unfolding circumstances.

    The driver, identified as an Immigration officer, attempted to overtake the vehicle ahead but tragically lost control, colliding with pedestrians patiently awaiting transportation.

    Following the incident, the Toyota Corolla not only collided with another car but also crashed into a watermelon seller’s stall, adding complexity to the situation.

    Mr. Akrashie conveyed that the injured victims were promptly transported to the hospital for necessary medical attention.

    Additionally, law enforcement officers have towed the involved vehicles to the Amanfrom Police station.

  • Fatal accident at Awoshie claims 13 lives

    Fatal accident at Awoshie claims 13 lives

    In the wee hours of Saturday, around 3:45 am, a tragic incident unfolded in Awoshie, resulting in the loss of approximately 13 lives within the Ablekuma North Constituency.

    The collision occurred when a public transport vehicle collided with an abandoned truck at the Banyard intersection in Awoshie, Accra.

    The red passenger vehicle, identified by registration number GW 6302-21, collided with an unattended truck bearing registration number GB 8896-21, displaying the brand name “Everpure.”

    Eyewitnesses recounted that the driver of the red Toyota Hiace crashed into the stationary KIA Rhino Truck, loaded with bags of sachet water, left parked in the middle of the road due to mechanical issues.

    The victims, all women except the driver and a few others, were reportedly traveling from Ablekuma to Accra.

    The persistent absence of traffic lights and street lights along the main Awoshie Pokuase Highway has been a longstanding concern for the residents of Awoshie, contributing to the occurrence of such accidents.

    Despite residents’ attempts to engage with authorities on this matter, no meaningful solutions have been implemented.

    Consequently, residents are urgently calling on the Assembly Member for the Awoshie electoral area, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), and the Outgoing Member of Parliament, Honourable Shiela Bartels, to address the issue promptly.

    Their demands include repairing street lights and ensuring the proper functioning of traffic lights.

    Expressing frustration, a resident emphasized, “For how long will you look on while our people die? The time has come for the good people of Awoshie to come together and stage a mammoth demonstration against those in charge. It is time to hold them accountable.”

  • KOD knocks down a child on his way to MC an event   

    KOD knocks down a child on his way to MC an event   

    Renowned Ghanaian media personality, Kofi Otchere Darko, widely known as KOD, has shared a recount of an unfortunate incident where he accidentally collided with a child while en route to host an event.

    The unfortunate occurrence, as narrated by him, led to their hospitalization, with KOD spending the entire day receiving medical attention.

    Describing the situation as terrible, KOD said it inhibited him from showing up at the event he was supposed to have moderated.

    Panicking about the ordeal, he took to Facebook and wrote; “Terrible evening! Hit a kid on my way to host an event and have been at the hospital since.”

    However, several hours later, he shared an update on the situation.

    “God is good. Everything is okay and sorted out. Let’s all stay woke this season. Thanks to all who checked on me, I appreciate.”

    It can be recalled that Ghanaian rapper, Edem, was faced with a similar incident, but in his case, the victim unfortunately passed on.

    Edem, who unfortunately knocked down a 40-year-old naked woman on the George Walker Bush highway, has been charged with ‘careless and inconsiderate driving, and negligently causing harm’ by a Kaneshie District Court.

  • Social media mourns TikToker Kofi Miller

    Social media mourns TikToker Kofi Miller

    Social media users are expressing deep sorrow as a young Ghanaian man named Kofi Miller tragically loses his life just before Christmas.

    The 26-year-old reportedly lost his life in a car accident on the Kumasi-Accra highway.

    Disturbing images of the crash have emerged on social media, prompting heartfelt reactions from fans.

    Although the cause of the collision is unknown, his car was irreparably damaged.

    She was asked to go on the trip with a close friend, who was fortunate enough to have the accident revealed, but she declined.

    She wrote on social media, ‘My bestie was in the civic, he died, all his legs got broken. He told me he’s going to Kumasi will I join? And I told him to go and come, But he never returned 🙏🙏🥹 rip @dink_mill‘.

    This holiday season, let’s all exercise caution. To him, RIP.

  • Accra: Truck runs over shoppers and hawkers at CMB market

    Accra: Truck runs over shoppers and hawkers at CMB market

    A fatal accident occurred on Thursday afternoon near the Accra Brewery Limited, as a KIA truck loaded with bags of sugar ran into hawkers and Christmas shoppers at the Cocoa Marketing Board (CMB) market.

    Tragically, one hawker lost their life, and three others sustained injuries, with one victim experiencing severe abdominal injuries.

    The incident, which caused chaos and worsened traffic on Graphic Road, involved a truck with registration GC 334-09. The vehicle was transporting sugar to the market when brake failure occurred, leading to the collision with shoppers and hawkers.

    At the scene, the deceased hawker lay covered with a cloth, while injured individuals were promptly taken to the hospital for medical attention.

    The truck, laden with bags of sugar, attempted to navigate through a narrow space to avoid traffic but lost control due to brake failure, resulting in the tragic accident.

    Police personnel were on-site gathering preliminary information about the incident.

    The accident took place around 1:30 pm and significantly impacted the traffic situation in the vicinity of the Graphic Road, adjacent to the Graphic Press House and Accra Brewery Limited.

    An eyewitness, Akua Serwaa, recounted the events, highlighting the attempts by the truck driver to avoid traffic, the brake failure, and the subsequent tragic outcomes for the hawkers and shoppers involved.

  • Fatal accident on Accra-Kumasi Highway claims one life

    Fatal accident on Accra-Kumasi Highway claims one life

    A fatal accident involving a VIP Granbird on the Accra-Kumasi Highway has resulted in at least one reported death and several injuries, as per information from Accra-based UTV.

    The incident occurred around 3:30 am on Friday, December 15, 2023, at Amanase near Suhum in the Eastern region.

    The bus, en route from Kumasi to Accra, reportedly experienced brake failure, colliding with a vehicle transporting wood that had turned ahead of it, according to eyewitnesses.

    The UTV report indicates that the deceased, believed to be in his 20s, was swiftly transported to the Suhum Government Hospital for treatment, with his body subsequently taken to the mortuary.

    Other individuals who sustained minor injuries have received medical attention and have been discharged, as per the report.

  • 4 individuals, including a bank manager, 3-month-old baby, tragically lose their lives in horrific accident

    4 individuals, including a bank manager, 3-month-old baby, tragically lose their lives in horrific accident

    Four individuals reportedly lost their lives, and 11 others sustained serious injuries in a car accident on the Akroso-Asamankese road.

    The incident, which happened around 4 pm on Sunday, November 12, 2023, involved a white Toyota Hiace with registration number GM 3150-13, carrying approximately fifteen passengers from Bantama, a suburb of Akim Akroso in the Asene-Manso-Akroso District of the Eastern Region.

    The Toyota Hiace collided head-on with a Pontiac Vibe private car with registration number GG 3528-14, traveling from Asamankese to Achiase.

    An eyewitness attributed the cause of the accident to a burst tyre, explaining that the speeding Pontiac Vibe, driven by the manager of the South-Birim Rural Bank in Achiase, Emmanuel Asiedu, experienced a tyre burst.

    The impact of the burst caused the vehicle to lose control and subsequently collide with the Toyota Hiace, resulting in the instant death of the banker.

    Three passengers in the Toyota Hiace, including an infant, also lost their lives, while the others sustained various degrees of injuries.

    The injured individuals were promptly taken to the Asamankese Government Hospital for treatment, and the deceased were conveyed to the hospital’s morgue for preservation.

  • Car crash in Egypt results in 32 fatalitie, 63 injuries

    Car crash in Egypt results in 32 fatalitie, 63 injuries

    A tragic accident on the Cairo-Alexandria road in Egypt’s Beheira governorate led to the loss of 32 lives and left dozens more injured, according to the health ministry.

    The collision, which took place on Saturday morning, involved a passenger bus and several cars, some of which ignited into flames. Many of the victims suffered severe burns.

    Health authorities dispatched approximately 20 ambulances to the scene, and those wounded were transported to medical facilities in Wadi al-Natrun and Al-Nubaria.

    Egypt frequently experiences road accidents due to poor road conditions and non-compliance with traffic regulations.

  • 20 injured in road accident at La Trade Fair Cross-over junction

    20 injured in road accident at La Trade Fair Cross-over junction

    Twenty individuals have sustained injuries owing to a road accident between a Sprinter bus and a Toyota Hilux.

    The incident happened at the La Trade Fair Cross-over junction in Accra on Wednesday morning, October 11.

    In a Facebook post, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) noted that rescue crews from Trade Fair and Headquarters responded to the incident.

    The cause of the incident is yet to be confirmed and made known to the public.

    But currently, one of the injured individuals is receiving treatment at the Family Health Hospital, while the other 19 are being treated at the Police Hospital.

  • More than 300 children perish annually in road accidents – NRSA

    The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has revealed an alarming statistic indicating that each year, between 200 and 300 children lose their lives in road accidents.

    In line with this revelation, the Authority is advocating for the adoption of child restraint systems in vehicles as a means of safeguarding children in the event of road accidents.

    The call to action was issued during an advocacy workshop held in collaboration with the Law and Development Associates (LADA) institute in Accra.

    Speaking to the press, the Acting Director-General of NRSA, David Adonteng, acknowledged that certain legal regulations have yet to be effectively enforced due to resource limitations and gaps in traffic regulation enforcement.

    He explained that Ghana already has the Road Traffic Act 683 and the Road Traffic Regulations (LI 2180) in place.

    While some of these regulations have been put into practice, the full implementation has been challenging due to the time required to acquire essential resources and technical expertise.

    He added that one critical aspect that has been identified but remains absent from the laws and regulations is related to child restraints and seat belts, with a particular focus on child restraints.

    He stated, “We have the Road Traffic Act 683, and we also have the Road Traffic Regulations, which is the LI 2180. In the past, we have implemented some of the provisions but not all, as it takes time to gather the necessary resources and technical expertise to enforce all the provisions. There is one aspect that has been identified related to child restraints and seat belts, and I think child restraints, in particular, have been absent from our laws and regulations.”

    “I am not surprised, and if you look at the statistics, we are witnessing adverse consequences. Between 200 and 300 children die on our roads annually because they do not use seat belts or child restraints. This is a significant problem that we need to address,” Mr. Adonteng added.

  • Asankare Barrier: 2 killed, several injured in tragic accident

    Asankare Barrier: 2 killed, several injured in tragic accident

    A tragic accident occurred at Asankare Barrier, Ashanti Region, on September 23, 2023, involving a VIP Yutong bus and a trailer, resulting in two immediate deaths and multiple injuries, as reported by Adomonline.com.

    The incident occurred when the VIP bus, registered as GE 6167-19, was traveling from Accra to Kumasi and collided head-on with the trailer en route to Accra.

    The exact circumstances leading to the VIP bus crossing into the trailer’s lane and causing the collision are still unclear.

    The crash caused severe injuries, including fractured limbs, to several passengers on board.

    The Motor, Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) and the local Fire Service from Juaso swiftly responded to the scene to provide assistance.

    Injured individuals were promptly transported to the Juaso Government Hospital, while the bodies of the two deceased victims were taken to the same hospital’s morgue.