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The Kumasi-Obuasi highway expansion project, initiated to alleviate concerns about rising accidents and traffic congestion, has been left incomplete, causing distress to motorists and residents. The Nkronza-Pakyi section of the road has deteriorated, forming dangerous gullies, particularly after heavy rains. Numerous accidents and fatalities have occurred on this stretch, prompting motorists to seek alternative routes to avoid the deteriorating road conditions. Frustration and disappointment among road users and residents are growing, as major road infrastructure projects in the Ashanti Region remain abandoned, impacting the daily lives of commuters.
Residents and Road Users Demand Action Amidst Neglected Projects
The Dominase and Adjemesu sections of the road have become narrower and now feature gullies and stagnant water due to the abandonment of the expansion project. Local residents and road users are vocal about their dissatisfaction with the lack of progress, emphasizing the need for development over political considerations. Many are frustrated with the neglect from authorities, and some residents are even considering using their votes to make their grievances heard in upcoming elections. The lack of action and unfinished projects are raising concerns about safety and travel difficulties.
Warnings of Dangers Loom as Authorities’ Inaction Persists
As the Kumasi-Obuasi road expansion project remains in limbo, drivers and commuters are cautioning about the impending dangers of using the road if authorities fail to take swift action to complete the project. The stalled infrastructure development in the Ashanti Region has led to calls for change in political preferences and more significant attention from ruling parties, highlighting the need for essential road improvements. With the road’s current state and the upcoming elections on the horizon, the community is faced with the decision of using their votes as a means to demand the long-overdue road repairs.
