N6 Highway Crash: Birimso Bridge Collision Blocks Accra-Kumasi Road, Police Divert Traffic

Ghana’s N6 Highway crash has brought traffic to a complete halt after a multi-vehicle collision blocked the Birimso Bridge section of the busy Accra-Kumasi road on Monday, August 3, 2026.

According to the Ghana Police Service, the collision involved a passenger bus carrying numerous passengers, a fully loaded articulated truck and a saloon car. The accident has rendered the stretch impassable, leaving vehicles stranded in both directions while emergency responders work at the scene.

The Eastern South Regional Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) based in Kibi has been dispatched to control traffic, secure the accident scene and coordinate efforts to restore movement along the highway.

To reduce the severe congestion, police have introduced temporary traffic diversions. Motorists travelling from Kumasi towards Accra are being redirected through Kibi at Nsutam, while drivers heading from Accra to Kumasi have been advised to use the Apedwa route.

Authorities are urging all road users to remain calm, comply with directions from police officers and approach the diversion points with caution to ensure the safety of motorists and emergency personnel.

The N6 Highway serves as one of Ghana’s busiest transport corridors, linking Accra and Kumasi while facilitating the movement of passengers, commercial vehicles and goods between the southern and central parts of the country. The blockage at Birimso Bridge has significantly disrupted travel and commercial activities along the strategic route.

Police have not yet released information on the cause of the collision or confirmed whether there were fatalities or injuries as investigations continue.