The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has directed officials of the ministry to construct speed ramps on the Bolgatanga-Navrongo-Paga Highway within one week following a series of fatal accidents involving pedestrians.
The directive follows concerns over the growing number of pedestrian knockdowns on the stretch, with nearly 20 people reportedly losing their lives so far.
The Upper East Regional Minister, Akamugri Donatus Atanga, brought the situation to the attention of Mr Agbodza during his tour of some road projects in the region.
He expressed concern over the fatalities and called for urgent measures to improve safety along the highway.
The Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Isaac Adongo, also disclosed that residents had organised several demonstrations to demand immediate intervention to address the situation.
Officials of the Ghana Highways Authority who were present at the meeting said preliminary assessments had identified the need for about 10 speed ramps along the stretch to control vehicle speeds and reduce the risk of pedestrian accidents.
Following the briefing, Mr Agbodza directed that the speed ramps be constructed within seven days to improve safety for residents and other road users.
The Adaklu MP also used the occasion to draw attention to driver behaviour, arguing that many road accidents recorded across the country were not necessarily caused by poor road conditions but by reckless driving.
He said the situation highlighted the need for stronger measures to enforce road safety regulations and promote responsible driving.
Mr Agbodza further said the recurring accidents reinforced the importance of rolling out the government’s TraffiTech initiative, which is expected to support improved traffic management and road safety enforcement.
The planned construction of the speed ramps is expected to help reduce speeding and protect pedestrians who use the Bolgatanga-Navrongo-Paga Highway.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
