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Tragic accident claims over 30 lives on Peki Eastern Corridor road

A devastating accident yesterday, September 27, 2023, along the Peki stretch of the eastern corridor road has led to the loss of more than 30 lives.

According to a Twitter post shared by @sikaofficial, this accident occurred when a bus, swerving to evade numerous treacherous potholes on the severely deteriorated road, collided with a commercial van.

According to eyewitnesses at the scene, the bus was navigating the challenging road when the driver swerved to avoid a particularly menacing pothole.

In the process, the bus collided head-on with an oncoming commercial van, resulting in this catastrophic loss of life.

Community members who came to the scene after the accident could be heard complaining about the speed of the drivers who were involved in the crash.

The Eastern Corridor road has been a subject of persistent concern due to its deteriorating condition, which poses significant risks to motorists and commuters.

 

Source: www.ghanaweb.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. In addition to his media ventures, Solomon serves as a Brand Ambassador for Alabuga, a prominent Russian industrial company, representing their interests and expansion across Africa. 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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