Traffic Snarl on Accra-Kumasi Highway as Low-Bed Truck Breaks Down

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DUAMPOMPOM, GHANA —Commuters on the bustling Accra-Kumasi highway faced significant delays today after a low-bed truck carrying a large excavator broke down at Duampompom, near the Anum Apapam junction. The incident, which occurred early this morning, caused a massive traffic jam, stretching for several kilometers in both directions. According to eyewitnesses, the truck suffered a mechanical failure, rendering it immobile and blocking a significant portion of the road. With the large excavator on board, the vehicle created a major obstacle, making it difficult for other motorists to navigate the already busy highway. Police and officials from the Ghana Highway Authority were quickly dispatched to the scene to manage the traffic flow and work on removing the broken-down vehicle. They have been directing traffic and are attempting to clear the road to restore normal traffic flow. However, the sheer size and weight of the truck and its cargo have made the operation challenging. Motorists ...
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Bawumia Vows Prosecution for Ablekuma North Election Violence: "The Elephant Does Not Forget"

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Kumasi, Ghana – Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the former flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has issued a stern warning to those involved in the violence that marred the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun on July 11. He stated unequivocally that a new government under his administration would ensure the prosecution of all perpetrators, emphasizing, "the elephant does not forget."

The Ablekuma North rerun, held across 19 polling stations, was unfortunately characterized by incidents of thuggery, intimidation, and alleged vote-buying, drawing widespread condemnation from civil society organizations like the Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) and the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA). Reports from the day detailed assaults on political figures, including NPP candidate Nana Akua Owusu Afiriyie and even journalists covering the event

Dr. Bawumia's statement signals a strong commitment to tackling the persistent issue of electoral violence in Ghana. The country, often hailed as a beacon of democracy in West Africa, has nonetheless grappled with pockets of violence during its electoral processes, with recent elections experiencing concerning levels of unrest. There have been ongoing calls for accountability, particularly concerning the lack of significant prosecutions for past election-related violence

The NPP, like its political rival the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has historically condemned electoral violence, though incidents involving party affiliates have occurred. Dr. Bawumia's pledge to prosecute perpetrators under his leadership underscores a potential shift towards a more decisive approach to enforce the rule of law and safeguard the integrity of Ghana's democratic system.

Observers will be keen to see how this commitment translates into action should Dr. Bawumia assume the presidency. The effective prosecution of individuals responsible for electoral offenses is seen as crucial to deter future violence, build public trust in the justice system, and ultimately strengthen Ghana's democratic foundations. The challenge, as history has shown, lies in moving beyond condemnations to concrete and impartial legal action.

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