The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has raised alarms over the recent increase in road traffic crashes across Ghana.
The NRSA attributes these accidents primarily to parental negligence, reckless driving, and excessive speeding.
Notable incidents include crashes at Obretema near Suhum, Atwedie near Juaso, East Legon, and Kwapia near Obuasi, which occurred on September 21, October 11, October 12, and October 14, 2024, respectively.
In a statement issued on October 17, 2024, the NRSA revealed that these accidents have claimed 30 lives and caused numerous injuries within a single month.
Despite intensified public education campaigns and enforcement measures, the rising crash numbers remain a concern for the Authority.
As part of its response, the NRSA plans to launch a multi-stakeholder investigation into the Kwapia crash under Regulation 8 of the National Road Safety Authority Regulations 2022 (L.I. 2468).
Preliminary investigations by the Ghana Police Service and the NRSA identified excessive speeding, parental irresponsibility, and reckless driving as key factors behind these accidents.
The NRSA reiterated its commitment to addressing these issues through further investigations and strict enforcement.
The Authority also issued a firm reminder that the legal minimum driving age in Ghana is 18 years, urging parents and guardians to be vigilant in upholding this law.
Source: Adomonline
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