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[Photos] Train smashes fully loaded diesel tanker in Takoradi

Driver of a fully-loaded Diesel tanker and his mate escaped unhurt after their vehicle was smashed by a train at a rail crossing near New Takoradi in the Western Region on Wednesday morning.

According to some eyewitnesses, the diesel tanker was heading to a fuel depot in New Takoradi but unfortunately had its engine stop right on the railroad.

An oncoming train, which was heading towards Kojokrom from the Takoradi Harbor direction hit the rear of the tanker causing it to overturn.

Residents in nearby communities rushed to the scene and started siphoning the fuel.

It took the timely intervention of the police and the fire officers to avoid any mishap or casualties.

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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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