The Ga Mantse, His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has been discharged from the University of Ghana Medical Centre after receiving treatment for injuries sustained in a serious road accident earlier this month. The monarch’s release from hospital comes after a week of concern and national attention following the incident, which occurred while he was returning to the capital from an official engagement in the northern part of the country.
The accident took place on the evening of 17 February 2026, on the Pai Katanga stretch of the Oti Region highway, when the king’s vehicle was involved in a collision while navigating the route back to Accra. Palace officials confirmed that the king had been on an urgent mission at the invitation of the Ya Naa, the overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, intended to strengthen traditional ties and promote unity between the Ga State and the Dagbon traditional area. Despite the severity of the crash, there were no fatalities reported and the king and his aides were quickly attended to by the Ghana Police Service and royal staff at the scene.
Following the incident, the Ga Mantse and all those involved were evacuated to Accra for urgent medical evaluation. Upon arrival at the University of Ghana Medical Centre, the king underwent comprehensive clinical assessments to determine the extent of any injuries. According to an official statement from the Chief of Protocol and Communications for the Office of the Ga Mantse, Ambassador Sir S J K Parker Allotey, the king’s condition was stable throughout his stay, and he was cleared by medical professionals after a series of detailed checks.
The discharge of His Royal Majesty was preceded by a visit from President John Dramani Mahama on 21 February 2026, who personally called on the monarch at the medical centre to assess his condition and offer support. The presidential visit, which was widely shared on social media and reported by local news outlets, underscored the close relationship between the presidency and the traditional institution of the Ga State. Following this visit, medical staff confirmed that the Ga Mantse was fit to return home, after which he left the hospital in stable condition.
In a public expression of gratitude, the Ga Mantse directed his office to extend heartfelt thanks to the emergency responders, medical teams, and members of the public who offered prayers, well wishes, and support throughout his recovery. He also praised the swift actions of the police and his aides who ensured that he and his entourage were evacuated safely from the site of the crash and transported to Accra for specialist care.
The king’s discharge marks the end of a tense week for the Ga Traditional Council and the wider Ga community, which rallied around their monarch during his hospitalisation. As he returns to his residence, preparations are already underway within the Ga State for the king’s first public appearance since the accident, a moment anticipated by traditional leaders, subjects, and well wishers alike.
The swift recovery and discharge of King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II have been met with relief across Ghana’s traditional and civic spheres. The incident highlighted not only the risks associated with long distance travel on regional highways but also the resilience of the king and his team in the face of adversity. Officials from the Office of the Ga Mantse continue to monitor the health of all those involved to ensure a full return to their responsibilities and routines.
His Royal Majesty’s safe discharge and return home are being celebrated as a positive outcome following what could have been a far more tragic event, reinforcing national appreciation for emergency responders and the health care workers whose expertise contributed to his stabilisation and recovery.