Between January and October 2024, a total of 524 lives were lost in road crashes across the Ashanti Region, contributing to the 2,038 fatalities recorded nationwide. This alarming statistic was revealed during the ‘Akwan So Dwoodoo’ road safety awareness campaign, which was organized by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, and various road safety advocacy groups.
The campaign, aimed at promoting road safety before, during, and after the Christmas festivities, is focused on raising awareness about the dangers of road accidents during the holiday season.
Speaking to Adom News, Kwasi Agyenim Boateng, the Ashanti Regional Manager of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), highlighted the urgent need for increased awareness and responsible driving behaviors to combat the rising number of road crashes. “The high number of fatalities serves as a stark reminder that collective action is needed to address this challenge. We must all prioritize road safety,” he stated.
Boateng called on drivers, passengers, motor riders, and all other stakeholders to intensify road safety campaigns and remain vigilant on the roads, especially as the Christmas season approaches.
Other officials at the event stressed the importance of adhering to traffic regulations and reminded the public that safeguarding lives during the festive period is a shared responsibility. The campaign serves as a call to all road users to ensure safety and avoid actions that could jeopardize lives as the Christmas celebrations draw nearer.
