Two people on a motorcycle died instantly after a head-on collision with a Toyota Camry vehicle on the Awoshie-Pokuase highway in Accra on Wednesday dawn.

The accident occurred around 1:15 am on July 12, 2023, according to eyewitnesses and media reports.

The Toyota Camry, with registration number ER 290-20, crashed into the motorbike, with registration number M-13-GR 393, which was reportedly riding on the wrong side of the road.

The impact of the collision damaged the front of the car and flung the motorcyclists off their bike. The identities of the deceased have not been disclosed yet.

This tragic incident sheds light on the pressing issue of road accidents in Ghana, particularly those involving motorcycles. Disturbingly, the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) reports that motorcycle crashes accounted for approximately 40% of all recorded road accidents between January and October 2021.

Out of a total of 2,126 accidents during that period, nearly half were directly attributed to motorcycle-related incidents. These figures demonstrate a concerning surge from the first quarter of 2021, when the NRSA recorded over 2,000 crashes involving motorcycles.

In response to these alarming statistics, the NRSA has issued a call to action, urging motorcyclists to prioritize safety by strictly adhering to regulations and refraining from reckless driving. It is hoped that such efforts will help reduce the frequency of tragic accidents and protect the lives of road users across the country.