Motorists in Kumasi have expressed frustration over malfunctioning traffic lights that have turned intersections into danger zones.
They say the faulty signals are causing confusion and frequent accidents, calling on authorities to take swift action to restore order.
A visit by Adom News to the Ofokrom municipality revealed that the key traffic lights at the Poku Transport junction have broken down for years.
The principal road linking Anloga Junction to Tech has turned hazardous for motorists and pedestrians as the non-functioning traffic lights continue to cause near misses, especially during peak hours.
The situation has led to persistent traffic congestion as the Police’ Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) has not stepped in to manage the flow.
Some residents noted that the malfunctioning signals have caused multiple accidents and appealed for immediate intervention.
They added that the prolonged outage has forced many drivers to rely on makeshift arrangements, creating confusion and increasing the risk of accidents on what used to be a well‑ordered stretch of road.
“Accidents happen here often because the traffic lights are not working. Drivers rush to move, and if you’re not careful, there’s a crash. It’s really troubling. We are appealing to the authorities to fix it,” a commercial driver laments.
Another driver added, “It’s true the traffic lights are not functioning, and that has caused many accidents. We are pleading with the government to repair them as soon as possible.”
The concerned motorists described Oforikrom as a rapidly growing commercial hub and underscored the urgent need for authorities to fix the traffic lights.
Responding to the concerns, the Oforikrom Municipal Chief Executive, Anwel Sadat Ahmed, said the urban roads department awarded the traffic‑light repair contract on a pre‑financed basis, but the contractor claimed it lacked the upfront funds to begin work.
He added that the assembly is set to cover the expense to repair the signals, with the project earmarked for the 2026 budget.
He said they are now awaiting a proposal from KNUST’s mechanical and electrical engineers, which will be forwarded to the urban‑roads office for approval.
He urged motorists and pedestrians to stay cautious on the road while the signals remain out, noting that the process to repair them is already in progress and the faulty signals will be restored.
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