The incident occurred at White House, a suburb of Nkawkaw, during a heavy downpour that reportedly caused a high-tension electricity cable to snap and fall to the ground.

According to accounts from the area, Richmond was playing football when he came into contact with the live cable. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Electricity Company of Ghana (Electricity Company of Ghana) Manager for Kwahu West, Kingsley Agbesi, said preliminary findings suggest the boy fell onto the exposed wire while playing.

He attributed part of the risk to activities around power lines, noting that farming and vegetation close to the cables can obstruct maintenance work and create safety hazards.

Agbesi urged residents to keep a safe distance from electricity lines and to avoid planting crops beneath them, especially during the rainy season when such incidents are more likely.

The landlord of the deceased, Yaw Afrifa, who spoke to Adom News, described the incident as deeply distressing and said the entire community has been left in shock.

Residents are calling on authorities to step up routine maintenance and inspections of power infrastructure to prevent similar tragedies.

The body has since been deposited at the morgue, while investigations into the incident are ongoing.

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This extraordinary student has captured the hearts of many with his determination and resilience, proving that disability is not an inability.

During an interview on Adom FM’s Burning Issues show with host Akua Boakyewaa Yiadom, Mr. Fordjour expressed his admiration and commitment to supporting the student.

“When I heard of him, I had not seen his photo yet, but I was informed that there is a wonder kid doing such wonders and needed help,” Mr. Fordjour said. “I am glad that he has gone viral for the world to see his talent and to know that if he is helped, it will go a long way.”

Meanwhile, Mr. Fordjour emphasized the importance of providing the necessary support to the student, acknowledging the challenges faced by even those without disabilities.

“Any help he needs, I will try my best. I know it won’t be me alone, but some friends will also add up to help,” he assured.

“If he is done with his exams, any details needed, I will reach out to go and visit him to help him with whatever academic and financial well-being he needs because such inspirational stories are touching. Even normal people are having issues with exams, and such a person using his mouth only to write and pass in addition. We need his details so we can go and look for him immediately.”

This pledge of support from the Deputy Minister underscores the government’s commitment to inclusivity and the recognition of the potential in every student, regardless of their physical abilities.

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The pupil, who is currently on admission at the Kpandai District Hospital, was injured after a motorbike collided with theirs and another bicycle.

Narrating his ordeal to Adom News, the pupil said he and his brother, on a motorbike, were on their way to buy food when they saw another rider approaching with top speed.

Despite attempts to maneuver their way, the motor rider hit a car, which subsequently hit their motorbike and another woman riding a bicycle.

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The impact left the woman deceased with five others, including him and his brother injured.

Two of the five sustained serious injuries and were transferred to the ECG Hospital at Kpandai.

One of the victims, Bisei Babul James, is also a student of St.Joseph Senior High School at Saboba.

Meanwhile, the District Police Commander, DSP Bernard Norgah, has promised to address the media on the issue.