The Ghana Education Service (GES) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic road accident at Aboabo Extension Junction in the Asokore Mampong Municipality of the Ashanti Region, which claimed the lives of four pupils and left three others injured.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Service said it learnt with profound sadness of the accident, which occurred on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
The deceased pupils were identified as Jurad Mohammed, Anisah Ibrahim, Fati Muniru and Raiyan Faisal, all students of Mahad Islamic School at Akotosu.
GES described the incident as a painful loss not only to the bereaved families and the school community but also to the education sector and the nation as a whole.
“Management extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, the management and staff of the school, and the entire school community in this difficult period of grief,” the statement said.
The Service also expressed concern for the three pupils who sustained injuries in the accident and wished them a speedy and full recovery.
GES further used the occasion to appeal to motorists and all road users to prioritise the safety of schoolchildren, describing them as one of the most vulnerable groups on the roads.
The Service urged road users to exercise caution and adhere to road safety regulations to help prevent similar tragedies.