Editorial
Urgent road repair needed on Koforidua Poly highway
Koforidua Highway
Dear Editor,
In recent times, the Koforidua Poly highway has witnessed a significant degradation, forcing drivers to slow down and navigate treacherous road conditions. I wish to draw your attention to a particularly alarming issue on this road – a massive pothole located just after the Capital View traffic light. This pothole, situated between Capital View and Bedtime Road, has become a hotspot for accidents and vehicular damage.
Not too long ago, while on my way to church, I witnessed a driver attempting to avoid this hazardous pothole. Unfortunately, in doing so, the driver’s vehicle suffered a ruptured fuel tank and the loss of a tyre. This incident is just one of many that have occurred on this stretch of road, and it is high time that measures are taken to address this pressing issue and ensure the safety of those who traverse this route.
I am writing to bring this matter to the attention of the relevant road and highway authorities within the New Juaben South Municipality. The situation is not only causing physical harm to individuals but is also resulting in extensive damage to vehicles travelling along this stretch. It is my hope that this letter will prompt an urgent response and action to rectify the dire situation on the Koforidua Poly highway.
The condition of our roads is a reflection of the overall safety and well-being of the community. Neglecting road maintenance can have serious consequences, as we have witnessed on the Koforidua Poly highway. Accidents, injuries, and vehicle damage are avoidable consequences of this deteriorating infrastructure.
I implore the relevant authorities to prioritise the repair and maintenance of this vital road. This is not just an inconvenience but a matter of public safety. The longer we delay in addressing this issue, the more lives will be put at risk, and the more damage will be inflicted on vehicles.
Furthermore, the state of our roads can impact economic activities in the area. The Koforidua Poly highway serves as a crucial transportation route for both residents and businesses. The current state of disrepair not only jeopardizes safety but also hampers economic growth and development.
I urge the authorities to act swiftly and decisively to fix the porthole on the Koforidua Poly highway and, more broadly, to invest in the maintenance and improvement of our roads. This is not merely a matter of convenience; it is a matter of life and death. We cannot afford to let this situation persist any longer. I am confident that, with the necessary attention and resources, we can rectify this problem and ensure safer and more efficient transportation for all.
George Obeng Osei
Koforidua
Editorial
Free sanitary pads distribution a game-changer
Dear Editor,
I wish to use your medium to commend the government of John Dramani Mahama for implementing the bold government policy to provide sanitary pads free of charge for girls.
The National Sanitary Pad Distribution Programme is one that will end the trend where young girls miss school during their menstruation periods because their parents cannot afford sanitary pads.
This is a clear interpretation of the president’s call to create and share the national resources.
The use of sanitary pads is seen in certain quarters as a preserve for the well-to-do in society. In some societies, it is pathetic seeing girls of menstruation age use old-fashioned methods to manage it.
For health and safety reasons, it is important to make sure that our girls are provided with decent material to manage their flows in comfortable and convenient ways.
The project marks an end to the era where mothers provide their daughters with cloth and tissue.
Without doubt, buying sanitary pads for two or three daughters or female relations staying with you can be very challenging sometimes due to the harsh economic conditions.
But this policy is a game-changer. What it means is that the cost has been taken by government.
For some of us parents, it is one of the ways to directly enjoy the little taxes we pay. I say well done to the government and hope that more of such social interventions would be rolled out to make life comfortable for the ordinary Ghanaian.
Lady Akushika,
Amanfrom
Editorial
Shedding light on Camara, a growing but overlooked suburb in Dansoman
Dear Editor,
I write to use your respected platform to bring attention to Camara, a small but growing suburb tucked within the Dansoman area of Accra.
For many, the name ‘Camara’ may not ring a bell and that is exactly the problem.
Though we are part of the vibrant Dansoman community, Camara is often forgotten when it comes to development, infrastructure, and public services.
This is a neighbourhood filled with potential: families, students, small businesses, and workers who contribute daily to Accra’s social and economic life.
Yet our roads remain untarred, streetlights and public facilities are few.
Security has become a growing concern, especially in the poorly lit areas.
Making Camara known is not about gaining attention for its own sake. It is about ensuring that we benefit from the development efforts enjoyed by other townships.
We need Proper street naming and signage to officially recognize the area, inclusion in municipal development plans, installation of streetlights and improved security patrols, road infrastructure and sanitation improvements, opportunities for youth engagement and education.
We deserve to be seen, heard, and supported. I appeal to urban planners, and the wider community to recognize Camara as part of the future of Dansoman.
Eugene Ampiaw,
Camara
