One person has died and 10 others have been injured in a fatal highway collision on the Adukrom–Somanya Highway in Ghana's Eastern Region on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The crash occurred in the early hours of the morning at Akode No. 2, a community close to Aseseso.
Devastating Collision on Adukrom-Somanya Highway
According to a report by Citinewsroom, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) confirmed that officers at the Kpong Fire Station received a distress call at 06:03 and deployed a rescue team, which arrived at the scene at 06:34. Firefighters who reached the location found two Hyundai H100 minibuses, registered as ER 1564-21 and ER 1660-21, that had collided along the highway stretch.
Emergency responders worked to clear the wreckage and provide initial assistance to those at the scene. One passenger was pronounced dead at the crash site, while the remaining 10 victims sustained injuries of varying severity. Officials removed the body of the deceased from the location.
Multiple Injuries and Medical Treatment
All 10 injured passengers were conveyed to Yilo Krobo Hospital, where they are currently receiving medical treatment. The GNFS has not disclosed the precise condition of the individuals admitted. The cause of the collision has not been confirmed by authorities, and investigations into what led the two passenger vehicles to crash remain ongoing.
The collision is the latest in a series of accidents on Ghana's roads, which have raised concerns about road safety and the need for improved infrastructure. The Ghanaian government has implemented various measures to improve road safety, including the deployment of additional traffic enforcement personnel and the installation of speed cameras.
Ongoing Investigations and Road Safety Concerns
The investigation into the Adukrom-Somanya Highway collision is ongoing, with authorities working to determine the cause of the accident. In a related development, a military vehicle carrying personnel deployed to Bawku in the Upper East Region had been involved in a road accident on Sunday, July 26. The crash had occurred at Nkenkesu in the Ashanti Region and had involved an STC bus, according to preliminary reports.
The incident highlights the need for improved road safety measures in Ghana, including the installation of safety features such as crash barriers and improved lighting. It also underscores the importance of responsible driving practices, including the use of seatbelts and the avoidance of reckless driving behaviors.
Source: Yen Politics
Related Stories
Premier League Returns: A Season of Hope and High Expectations
Coka Offers Olive Branch to Defeated Candidates
Nine Dead as Japan Braces for More Floods in Driest Month on Record
Gov’t Accused of Using Public Inquiry as a Smokescreen
Livestream Lunacy: Millions Tune In to Watch Bears Gorge on Camera Feed
