The Ghanian President Nana Akufo-Addo in a tweet has revealed and described the explosion that occurred in Bogoso, a town in Western Ghana as a "truly sad, unfortunate and tragic incident". According to local authorities, the explosion happened when a mining truck loaded with explosives collided with a motorcycle on the evening of 20th January 2022, and many were feared dead.
He said: “I have just received a briefing on the circumstances that led to an explosion in Apiate near Bogoso, in the Western Region, resulting in the loss of lives and the destruction of properties belonging to residents,” the president said.
“It is a truly sad, unfortunate, and tragic incident, and I extend, on behalf of the government, deep condolences to the families of the deceased, and I wish the injured a speedy recovery.
“The Police, Armed Forces, and the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) are coordinating efforts to contain the situation, and I have also instructed NADMO to see to it that rapid relief is brought to residents of the town.
“Government will spare no effort to ensure a rapid return to a situation of normalcy for residents of Apiate.”
