A tragic accident at Nobewam on the Konongo-Kumasi Highway has claimed the lives of two individuals, including the driver of a Kia Granbird VIP Bus with registration number GE 5099-15.

The incident, which occurred after a wrongful overtaking manoeuvre, also resulted in several injuries.

According to reports, the VIP bus, which was travelling from Yeji to Accra with passengers onboard, attempted to overtake several vehicles ahead.

During the overtaking manoeuvre, a vehicle emerged from the opposite direction, forcing the VIP bus driver to quickly return to his lane to avoid a head-on collision.

In the attempt to swerve back into his lane, the VIP bus collided with a MAN Diesel Trailer Truck with registration number GN 6933-11. The truck was driven by Abraham Ayama, who had one other occupant onboard.

Emergency services rushed to the scene, and the injured were transported to Nobewam SDA and Hopecare Specialist Hospitals for treatment.

Despite their efforts, the bus driver and one other passenger succumbed to their injuries shortly after arriving at the hospital.