Three Dead and Three Hospitalized Following Fatal Collision on Bolgatanga–Bawku Highway

Tragedy struck the Yikurigu community near Zebilla on June 13, 2026, when a fatal road traffic accident claimed the lives of three people, including a child. The incident occurred on the Bolgatanga–Zebilla–Bawku highway and involved a head-on collision between a Yutong VVIP bus and a Toyota Sienna minivan. The crash has once again brought road safety concerns in the Upper East Region to the forefront, as emergency services worked through the aftermath of the high-impact collision. According to reports from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), the Toyota Sienna was traveling toward Bolgatanga while the VVIP bus was heading in the direction of Bawku. All three occupants of the Toyota Sienna—a man, a woman, and a child—sustained fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The impact left the minivan severely damaged, while the VVIP bus also suffered significant front-end impact during the encounter. The three male occupants of the Yutong VVIP bus, which included the driver, sustained various degrees of injuries during the crash. They were quickly transported to the Zebilla Hospital, where they are currently receiving medical attention. The Ghana National Fire Service has officially expressed its deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and offered wishes for the speedy recovery of those injured in the line of travel. Authorities have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine the exact cause of the collision. While the Bolgatanga–Bawku corridor is a vital economic link, it has seen several tragic incidents in recent years. Motorists are being urged to exercise maximum caution, adhere to speed limits, and remain vigilant to prevent further loss of life on the region's highways.