The accident, which occurred late Monday on a mountainous route between Nkawkaw and Atibie, claimed the lives of six females and one male, officials have confirmed.

A road accident in Ghana’s Eastern Region late Monday has left at least seven people dead after a Hyundai minivan traveling from Nkawkaw to Atibie suffered brake failure and plunged into a nearby valley, according to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).

The crash occurred on a mountainous stretch of road connecting the two communities, both of which are located in the region’s highlands. The vehicle was carrying passengers along the route when the driver reportedly lost control.

Driver Lost Control After Brake Failure

Deputy Regional GNFS spokesman Aaron Adu Ohemeng confirmed the casualty figures and provided initial details of the incident. Preliminary investigations suggest that the driver experienced mechanical failure, specifically a loss of braking function, which led to the vehicle veering off the roadway and descending into a valley below.

The victims included six females and one male, Ohemeng said. Their bodies have been deposited at the mortuary of a local hospital in Nkawkaw, where the injured survivors are also receiving medical treatment.

Police Investigation Underway

Police have launched a formal investigation into the cause of the accident, though early evidence points to mechanical failure as a primary factor. Authorities have not yet released the identities of the deceased pending family notifications.

Road accidents remain a significant public safety concern in Ghana, particularly on rural and mountainous routes where road conditions, vehicle maintenance, and driver fatigue often contribute to fatal crashes. The Eastern Region, known for its hilly terrain and winding roads, has seen multiple serious accidents in recent years involving passenger vehicles and heavy-duty trucks.

Call for Enhanced Road Safety Measures

The latest tragedy has renewed calls from road safety advocates for stricter vehicle inspection regimes, particularly for commercial passenger vans operating on high-risk routes. Brake failure, tyre blowouts, and overloading are frequently cited as leading causes of fatal crashes across Ghana’s road network.

Emergency responders recovered the bodies and assisted the injured late Monday night. Hospital officials at Nkawkaw have not yet released an update on the condition of those receiving treatment.

This story is developing. Further details, including the total number of injured passengers and any potential arrests or charges against the vehicle operator, will be reported as they become available.

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