en.Wedoany.com Reported - The Paramount Chief of the Nkusukum Traditional Area in Ghana, Okogyeman Okese Essandoh IX, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to urgently direct relevant ministries, agencies, and contractors involved in the "Big Push Agenda" road projects to provide and maintain alternative emergency service routes during the construction of the Accra-Cape Coast Highway.
Okogyeman Okese Essandoh IX noted that this measure is intended to ensure that ambulances transporting critically ill patients to referral hospitals in Accra are not delayed by construction, as time-sensitive cases require uninterrupted access. He emphasized that a delay for an ambulance could mean the difference between life and death. At the same time, he expressed concern over the limited emergency response capacity of the fire service, stating that delays for fire trucks could lead to avoidable losses of homes, businesses, and livelihoods in communities along the corridor.
He explained that the alternative routes provided should be properly designed, clearly marked, and regularly maintained to ensure they remain passable throughout the duration of the project.
According to him, current travel conditions on the route have significantly impacted journey times. A trip that normally takes about three to four hours now often extends to over six hours. Although drivers and passengers are experiencing prolonged congestion and temporary road conditions, the broader concern lies with emergency response and public safety.
Okogyeman Okese Essandoh IX, who also serves as the President of the Nkusukum Traditional Council, expressed these concerns in an interview with Hajia Asana Gordon of Mynewsgh.com. He commended President Mahama's commitment to expanding and modernizing Ghana's road infrastructure, which he described as vital for development, trade, and national integration. He also stressed that while acknowledging these efforts, it is necessary to address the significant difficulties faced by commuters, residents, transport operators, businesspeople, and emergency service providers due to the construction.
He added that although residents of the Central Region support the long-term benefits of the project, measures must still be taken to mitigate the immediate impacts of construction activities. Based on considerations of public safety, transport efficiency, and the well-being of road users, he expressed confidence that his appeal would receive attention.
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