A tragic road accident at Gurugu, near Tamale in the Northern Region, has claimed the lives of a newly-wed couple just hours after celebrating their union.
According to eyewitnesses, the couple was riding a motorbike to visit family members when they collided with an oncoming vehicle.
The bride, Ayisha Alhassan, reportedly died on the spot, while the groom, Salifu Abdul Rashad, sustained critical injuries and was rushed to the hospital.
Reports indicate that Rashad later succumbed to his injuries.
The heartbreaking incident has thrown both families and the wider community into mourning, turning what was meant to be a joyful celebration into a day of sorrow.
The couple tied the knot on Sunday, June 22, at Choggu Mmanayili in Tamale.
Police have launched investigations into the cause of the crash.