The convoy of the Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumiah was on Saturday involved in a fatal motor accident on the Takoradi-Cape Coast highway.
Dr. Bawumia however escaped unhurt.
A statement from the Vice President ‘s Office said the driver of a commercial vehicle which was involved in the crash has died.
The statement signed by Bawumia’s spokesperson, Gideon Boako, said some passengers and security officers who were injured were rushed to the Cape Coast Regional Hospital where they are receiving medical attention.
“Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia escaped unhurt in an motor accident On Saturday, 16th February, 2019.”
“The driver of a commercial vehicle which was also involved in the accident unfortunately, however passed on.”
Bawumia’s convoy was involved in a similar accident on the Yendi-Tamale road in December 2018.
Below is the full statement from the Office of the Vice President
Vice President safe after Road Accident
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia escaped unhurt in an motor accident On Saturday, 16th February, 2019.
The incident occurred around 6:30pm on the Takoradi – Cape Coast highway as he returned from some activities in the western region.
The driver of a commercial vehicle which was also involved in the accident unfortunately, however passed on.
Some other passengers and security persons who were injured were conveyed to the Cape Coast Regional hospital and are responding to treatment.
Vice President Bawumia’s thoughts and prayers are with the injured and the family of the deceased.
—-signed—-
Gideon Boako (Ph.D)
Spokesperson to Vice President
By: citinewsroom.com | Ghana
Source: citifmonline.com
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