Repairing Traffic Lights is at the Same Cost as Replacing Them – Ministry of Road and Highways

The Ministry of Roads and Highways has initiated a nationwide effort to fix malfunctioning traffic lights throughout Ghana. They are working in conjunction with the Ghana Police to enforce legal consequences against those responsible for damaging public road infrastructure, particularly traffic lights, as it’s led to increased vehicular accidents, theft, and vandalism.

The Ministry expressed concern over the rising incidents of damaged traffic lights, which often require replacements that equal the cost of installing entirely new systems. This places an added financial strain on the Ministry and taxpayers for prompt repairs and ongoing maintenance.

It’s highlighted as an offense under Section 114 of the Road Traffic Regulation LI. 2180 to cause damage to public road infrastructure, and the Ministry encourages people to report individuals causing such damage for a potential reward. The contact numbers for reporting such incidents were provided in the statement.

There have been numerous complaints from drivers, especially in urban areas, regarding the growing issue of malfunctioning traffic lights.