In a devastating incident, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, Member of Parliament (MP) for Juaboso and ranking member on the health committee, was involved in a ghastly accident on Saturday evening while traveling from his constituency to Accra.
The accident occurred between Nyinahin and Bibiani in the Ashanti region, where his vehicle collided head-on with a sprinter bus.
Eyewitness reports indicate that the accident was severe, causing significant damage to both vehicles involved.
Emergency services rushed to the scene to provide immediate assistance to those injured. Among the injured were Kwabena Mintah Akandoh himself, his driver, his escort, and several other passengers who were in the MP's vehicle.
Following the accident, all the injured parties were promptly transported to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital for urgent medical attention.
The medical staff at the hospital is working tirelessly to provide the best care possible for the victims, with a focus on stabilizing their conditions and ensuring a speedy recovery.
Authorities and well-wishers across the nation were shocked and deeply saddened upon hearing the news of the accident involving the respected MP.
Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has been an active and dedicated public servant, known for his contributions to the health committee and his tireless efforts to improve the healthcare system in the country.
As news of the accident spread, fellow MPs, government officials, and citizens expressed their heartfelt prayers and wish for the swift recovery of Kwabena Mintah Akandoh and all the injured individuals involved in the accident.
Social media platforms were flooded with messages of support and encouragement for the affected parties and their families.
The exact cause of the accident is yet to be determined, and investigations into the matter are likely to be carried out by the relevant authorities.
Accidents on the roads continue to be a pressing issue in Ghana, and measures to enhance road safety and enforce traffic regulations have been topics of ongoing discussion.
As the nation waits for updates on the condition of the injured and further details regarding the accident, the thoughts and prayers of the entire nation are with Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, his driver, his escort, and all others affected by this unfortunate incident.