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Deadly collision claims six lives on busy Accra-Kumasi road

Six people have reportedly lost their lives in a ghastly accident following a head-on collision between a Sprinter bus and a VIP bus at Atwedie in the Asante Akim South Municipality of the Ashanti Region.

The incident, which occurred a few hours ago has left many in shock, with authorities working swiftly to manage the aftermath.

The devastating crash, shared by blogger Edhub on social media platform X, reported that the accident happened on the spot, claiming six lives instantly.

The collision between the Sprinter bus, typically used for shorter commutes, and the larger VIP bus, known for long-distance travel, has drawn attention to the risks often associated with intercity travel on this major highway.

Emergency services rushed to the scene to offer assistance, with rescue operations and investigations ongoing to determine the cause of the crash.

Accidents on the Accra-Kumasi road are frequent as it is one of the busiest and most critical highways in Ghana.

The road connects two of the country’s largest cities, making it heavily trafficked by both private and commercial vehicles.

 

Source: mynewsgh.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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