Residents and assembly members of Breman Essiam in the Ajumako Enyan Essiam District have staged a protest against the government and the Ministry of Roads and Highways over an abandoned road project causing severe dust-related health issues in their community.
The project, intended to expand the Ajumako-Breman Essiam road, was left incomplete when the contractor halted work more than a year ago.
Speaking on the issue, residents expressed frustration, explaining that the road was initially in good condition but was selected for expansion by the government to improve transportation.
Although significant preliminary work on the road has been completed, the project was abandoned before the bitumen surfacing could be laid.
The resulting dust has severely impacted residents, especially those with respiratory issues like asthma. Some residents also shared that they can no longer wear white clothes due to the constant dust.
Additionally, three assembly members from the Breman Essiam Electoral Area are calling on the government to compel the contractor to resume work and complete the road by December 7, 2024.
They emphasized that completing the road is essential not only for health reasons but also for enhancing transportation and overall community well-being.
