The Ministry of Roads and Highways has begun a nationwide exercise to restore malfunctioning traffic lights on major streets in the country.
In recent weeks, traffic lights in the heart of Accra and other parts of the country have been malfunctioning raising major concerns for drivers and other road users.
The ministry noted that a major cause of the malfunctioning traffic lights is as a result of vehicular crashes, theft and vandalism.
Before the restoration exercise, the ministry in a statement said the cost of replacing faulty traffic lights is equivalent to undertaking new installations.
“This imposes additional financial burden on the Ministry and the taxpayer for prompt restoration and timely maintenance”, the ministry said.
Hence, it is pleading with the general public to report individuals who steal or cause damage to traffic lights.
“The public is encouraged to volunteer information on all persons whose actions cause damage to traffic lights for a handsome reward by calling 0302773906 or 0302787373 or police command center number 191 (all networks) 18555 (on Vodafone and MTN short code.
“The Ministry in collaborating with the Ghana Police shall ensure that all persons who cause damage to Public Road Infrastructure are made to face the law as stipulated in LI. 2180”.
