The Second Lady of Ghana, Samira Bawumia’s convoy has been in a serious road accident, resulting in one reported fatality.
However, she is in a stable condition after the incident, which occurred while she was returning from the Ashanti Region.
The crash, which took place on January 13, 2024, near Nobewam on the Accra to Kumasi Highway, involved multiple vehicles, including a Toyota Land Cruiser (GC-9094-21), Toyota Land Cruiser (VR-2105-15), Mercedes Benz C180 (NR-1977-18), and a Benz Sprinter (GE-7256-14). Eight individuals sustained various degrees of injuries.
The Konongo-Odumasi Fire Station responded to the emergency call at 1:12 pm, reporting to the collision. Quick-thinking members of the public had already rescued four victims and transported them to the hospital before the arrival of the rescue team led by STNO II Odjer Jonathan.
WATCH: SAMIRA BAWUMIA’S CONVOY IN FATAL ROAD ACCIDENT
Vehicles of Second Lady Samira Bawumia’s in the fatal crash.#GHOneNews pic.twitter.com/QxOKriI4DI
— GHOne TV (@ghonetv) January 13, 2024
Preliminary investigations are underway to determine the cause of the crash. The Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Benz C180 suffered significant damage to their engine compartments and windshields, while the rear of the Toyota Land Cruiser (GC-9094-21) and Toyota Land Cruiser (VR- 2105-15) sustained partial damage.
The incident raises concerns about road safety, emphasizing the need for continued efforts to prevent accidents and enhance safety measures on Ghana’s highways.
