Ghanaians expressed outrage over the Ghana Police’s late notice of road closures for the 68th Independence Day celebrations, leading to traffic issues. Critics called for better planning for future events, emphasizing the need for timely communication.
Ghanaians have reacted strongly on social media, primarily through Facebook, to the Ghana Police Service’s late announcement regarding road closures for the 68th Independence Day celebrations. The police’s notification, titled “Temporary Closure of Roads in Accra on the Occasion of the 68th Independence Anniversary Celebration at the Jubilee House, Accra on Thursday, 6th March 2025,” was issued on the morning of the event, leaving many commuters unprepared for the traffic disruptions.
Critics on social media have expressed their dissatisfaction with the late notice, stating that it led to significant inconvenience and traffic congestion. Calls for improved planning and timely communication from the police for future national events have been prevalent among users. These criticisms highlight the need for better organization in managing major public events in Ghana.
The road closures were necessary to accommodate a scaled-down Independence Day event at the Jubilee House, where President John Dramani Mahama and other distinguished guests were present for the festivities. Many citizens stressed the importance of better preparation to avoid similar incidents in future celebrations.
The outcry from Ghanaians regarding the late road closure notice by the Ghana Police underscores a critical need for improved communication and planning during national events. The resultant traffic congestion affected many commuters, prompting calls for better organization in future celebrations to prevent similar inconveniences.
Original Source: 3news.com
