The Presidency has assured the public of President Akufo-Addo's safety and well-being following an accident involving his convoy.

In a press release issued on Sunday, May 19, signed by the Communications Director, Eugene Arhin, it was clarified that President Akufo-Addo was not in the convoy at the time of the accident.

The release further explained that the President had returned to Accra from the funeral of the late Deputy Finance Minister, John Kumah, via air travel.

"Fortunately, the President is safe and unharmed, as he travelled to Accra via military aircraft."

The incident happened at Bunso on Sunday, May 19, while the convoy was on its way back from Kumasi, after accompanying the President to a series of events this weekend.

The driver of a Toyota Land Cruiser, Kwesi Arthur, unfortunately lost his life in the process.

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“Additionally, several close protection and police officers from the President's security detail sustained varying degrees of injuries and received initial treatment at the Suhum Government Hospital.

"The injured persons are currently being evacuated to the University of Ghana Medical Centre for further treatment and observation,” the May 19 statement added.

Jubilee House reiterated that it is keenly monitoring activities and will communicate details of subsequent arrangements.

Reports say the vehicle was crossed by a KIA Rhino truck, resulting in the crash.

Videos on social media show the badly mangled Toyota on the side of the road, with some security personnel also spotted around.