7 Dead In Abuakwa-Sunyani Road Crash Involving VIP Bus

Eight people have reportedly died following a devastating road crash on the Abuakwa to Sunyani stretch involving a VIP Jeoun Transport bus and a private Mercedes-Benz.

According to a report published by Ghanamma on October 19, 2026, eight people have reportedly died following a devastating road crash on the Abuakwa to Sunyani stretch last night involving a VIP Jeoun Transport bus and a private Mercedes-Benz car. The accident occurred when the Mercedes-Benz driver allegedly attempted to overtake another vehicle while travelling at high speed. The maneuver reportedly resulted in the car entering the path of the VIP bus, which was heading from Sunyani toward Kumasi. The two vehicles crashed head-on, causing severe destruction. The Mercedes-Benz was left almost completely wrecked, while the VIP bus sustained major damage to its front and upper parts. Rescue and emergency teams were quickly deployed to the scene. However, the severity of the crash resulted in the deaths of seven people who were travelling on the VIP bus. The driver of the Mercedes-Benz also reportedly died at the scene. Photographs from the accident scene showed the red bus in a badly damaged condition, with broken windows, a torn roof and pieces of debris spread around the area.

According to a report published by GH Today on October 20, 2026, traffic on the Accra-Kumasi highway ground to a near standstill on Tuesday following a serious accident in the Eastern Region. The Ghana Police Service confirmed the incident and has deployed officers to manage the heavy congestion affecting thousands of commuters travelling between the nation’s two largest cities. The accident, which occurred on one of West Africa’s most critical transport corridors, disrupted movement for several hours as emergency responders attended to the scene. The highway, which links Ghana’s capital to the Ashanti Region industrial hub, carries an enormous volume of daily traffic including commercial vehicles, buses, and private motorists. The Ghana Police Service has made an urgent call to all road users to cooperate with traffic officers managing the aftermath of the collision. Officers were stationed along the affected stretch to redirect vehicles and prevent further congestion.

According to a report published by ModernGhana on February 10, 2026, one person has been confirmed dead while four others are undergoing treatment following a crash involving a petrol tanker at Kaase in Kumasi. The incident occurred near the Ghana Water Company facility at about 9.20 am. The Ghana National Fire Service responded swiftly after receiving a distress call. A team from the Kejetia Fire Post, led by Station Officer Prince Osei, arrived at the scene shortly after the alert. Firefighters worked quickly to avert a potential fire outbreak and rescue victims trapped in the mangled vehicles. Preliminary findings show that the fully loaded commercial petrol tanker, bearing registration number GT 5560 16, failed to ascend a steep stretch of the road. The vehicle subsequently rolled backward and collided with three vehicles behind it.

According to a report published by GhanaSummary on October 19, 2026, the police have opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the Abuakwa-Sunyani crash. Preliminary information suggests that the fatal collision may have resulted from reckless overtaking by the Mercedes-Benz driver. The incident has added to concerns over the increasing number of serious crashes on Ghana’s roads and renewed calls for motorists to exercise greater discipline, particularly when overtaking on busy highways.

This report is based on verified publications by Ghanamma on October 19, 2026, GH Today on October 20, 2026, ModernGhana on February 10, 2026, and GhanaSummary on October 19, 2026.

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