The tragic accident that took place on Friday, December 5th, 2025, along the Adaklu road has claimed the life of Nicholas Aklorbortu, a notable figure in South Tongu on his return From The National Farmers day celebration held yesterday In the Volta Region.

Nicholas was the NDC South Tongu Communications Officer and had recently been appointed Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).

The incident involved three individuals. Nicholas was rushed to the hospital but unfortunately did not survive. The second victim, believed to be the motor rider, sustained injuries to his face, arm, and leg but is in stable condition. The third victim, identified as Mawuli, was burned at the scene.

According to reports, the motor rider and Mawuli had gone to buy fuel and were transporting it in a gallon/container. The collision caused the fuel to spill, igniting a fire that destroyed both motorbikes. Nicholas’s bike was the most severely affected by the flames.

May their souls rest in peace, and we wish the injured victim a full recovery. Let us all remain vigilant and cautious on the roads—life is too precious to take for granted.