President Akufo-Addo’s Convoy involved in fatal accident on Accra-Kumasi Highway

One Dead, Several Injured in the Convoy Accident

A tragic accident occurred on the Accra-Kumasi Highway on Sunday, 19th May 2024, involving several vehicles in President Akufo-Addo’s convoy. The convoy was returning from Kumasi, where the President had attended a series of events over the weekend.

According to a statement from the Office of the President, signed by Eugene Arhin, Director of Communications, one of the drivers, Mr. Kwesi Atta, sadly lost his life in the accident. Several close protection and police officers from the President’s security detail also sustained injuries, ranging from minor to severe.

The injured individuals received initial treatment at the Suhum Government Hospital and are currently being transferred to the University of Ghana Medical Centre for further treatment and observation.

Several vehicles in the convoy were completely wrecked in the accident. Fortunately, President Akufo-Addo was not in the convoy at the time of the accident, having returned to Accra via military aircraft. He is safe and unharmed.

The Presidency has extended its condolences to the family of the deceased and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured officers. Further details will be communicated as the situation is assessed.