On the afternoon of December 23, 2024, a fatal accident occurred on the Tumu-Bolgatanga road, resulting in the tragic death of Prof . Selanwiah Demah Abdul-Mumin, the Principal of Tumu College of Education. The accident involved a tipper truck (GT-485-24) and a government pick-up vehicle (GV-27-16), which collided in a serious crash.
According to reports from Radford FM, the incident took place between Bassisan and the Sissili Bridge, with the two vehicles colliding head-on. Initial reports indicate that occupants of both vehicles were trapped following the crash, and emergency services were immediately alerted.
Radio Mak confirmed that Prof . Selanwiah Demah Abdul-Mumin, the principal of Tumu College of Education, was tragically reported dead after being involved in the accident. The news of his untimely death has sent shockwaves through the local community, where he was well-respected for his leadership at the college.
Radford FM further reported that ambulance teams and fire service personnel rushed to the scene shortly after the accident. The Banu Police arrived earlier and began coordinating the rescue efforts. At the time of the report, emergency teams were working to extricate the trapped individuals and assess the situation.
The loss of prof . Abdul-Mumin is a devastating blow to the Tumu College of Education community and the region at large. His death has left many in shock, with the educational institution, local residents, and colleagues mourning the loss of a leader who dedicated his life to the advancement of education.
