The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has expressed grief and offered its condolences to the families affected by a tragic road accident that claimed 16 lives on Monday, July 28, 2025.

In a statement released on July 31, 2025, the Management of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) extended its deepest sympathies to the bereaved families and associations impacted by the incident, while also wishing a swift and full recovery to those injured.

“The Authority extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and Associations affected by this unfortunate event. We also wish those injured a speedy and full recovery.

“In response to the rising trend of fatal crashes, the NRSA is advocating for intensified enforcement of road traffic regulations by the Police Motor Traffic and Transport Department across the Country,” the statement said.

The fatal crash occurred on the Atwedie-Asankare section of the N6 Highway and also left several people with severe injuries.

The accident involved a Ford Transit Bus with registration number GT 4674-22 and a DAF XF articulated tanker truck with registration number GT 1674-17.

Responding to what it described as a "rising trend of fatal crashes," the NRSA is calling for a more intense enforcement of road traffic regulations by the Police Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) nationwide.

“Motorists are strongly cautioned to observe all safety rules, including speed limits, vehicle maintenance standards, and responsible driving practices. The safety of every road user remains a shared responsibility,” he added.

The NRSA emphasised that road safety is a shared responsibility.

The NRSA affirmed its ongoing collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Ghana Police Service, transport unions, and Civil Society Actors, to strengthen road safety interventions across the country.

The Authority reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and reducing the frequency and severity of crashes on Ghana's roads.

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