- A fatal accident at Tetegu on the Accra–Kasoa stretch claimed the life of a well-known okada rider on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
- The incident occurred around 6:00 P.M. and involved a commercial trotro bus.
- The bus reportedly knocked down the motorbike and ran over the rider’s head, killing him instantly.
- The passenger on the motorbike survived but sustained serious injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital.
- The trotro driver allegedly fled the scene after the crash.
- Police have conveyed the body of the deceased to the mortuary for preservation.
- The rider, who operated from Old Barrier, was popular among fellow motorcyclists.
- His death has left the okada community in shock, reigniting concerns over road safety and reckless driving.
A tragic accident has rocked the Tetegu area along the Accra–Kasoa highway, leaving the local okada community in mourning. Around 6:00 P.M. on Thursday, September 18, a commercial trotro bus reportedly struck a motorbike carrying two individuals, killing the rider on the spot and severely injuring the passenger.
Eyewitnesses say the bus knocked down the motorbike and ran over the rider’s head before speeding off. The passenger, though critically injured, survived and was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for emergency care.
The deceased, a familiar face at Old Barrier where he operated his motorcycle transport business, was described by colleagues as hardworking and well-respected. His sudden death has sent shockwaves through the okada community, with many riders gathering to express grief and demand justice.
Police have since moved the body to the mortuary and launched an investigation into the hit-and-run. The identity of the trotro driver remains unknown, but authorities are urging witnesses to come forward with information.
This incident adds to a growing list of fatal road crashes involving motorcyclists, raising urgent questions about driver accountability, enforcement of traffic laws, and the vulnerability of okada riders on Ghana’s busy highways.
