A tragic collision occurred early Wednesday morning, involving a Kia Granbird bus (GT 6068-19) and a Kia Rhino truck (GR 7968-20).

The bus driver, Yakubu, allegedly responsible for the accident, was transporting 28 passengers from Kumasi to Tamale.

Upon reaching a section of the road at Mile 40, the bus collided head-on with the KIA Rhino, which was carrying watermelons from Daboya to Goaso.

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Occupants of both vehicles sustained various degrees of injuries and were rushed to the Central Gonja District Hospital in Buipe for treatment.
Unfortunately, three male adults, including both drivers, two females, and a child, died on the spot
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in Buipe was called to the scene to assist in extricating victims and clearing the accident

According to the credible source myjoyonline .cm A Buipe District Police Command, led by its Crime Officer, ASP Amoako, has appealed to drivers to reduce their speed to save lives.