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Faint road markings: Danger to pedestrians, drivers
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The rate at which road accident occurs each year in the country is very disheartening. It is of no doubt that some road accidents are caused by faded road markings and inappropriate designation of road symbols.
Road marking is an effective way of communicating information to drivers on the road and to some extent inform pedestrians, hence its implementation is very pertinent. 
Area road in Accra
Aside, it helps road users to navigate the road systems by making them aware of road hazards. Majority of the road markings state across the country have become faint, some of these roads even lack these markings.
Despite its great disadvantage on pedestrians, drivers take advantage of these faded road markings by preventing passengers from crossing when the need arises. Communities in Accra have many single roads, therefore there is need to ensure road markings on these roads.
A glance at Kwame Nkrumah Circle road vividly portrays faded road markings, which is a threat to the life of pedestrians who uses such roads. Since these markings are not visible, road safety cannot be assured. Pedestrians use these roads by risking their life. Other pedestrians also cross any part of the road since the appropriate places have not been marked.
Faint road markings also create a great danger to drivers and motorist who are new on the road. The road markings aid in instructing and directing them to drive with caution. However, what we observe on our roads rather succor road accidents and reckless driving.
The Spectator reporters, toured roads within Accra and observed that some roads at Nkrumah Circle, North Industrial area in front of SSNIT, Adabraka and Asylum Down depicted absence of road marking. Again, some roads that had the road sign indicating that pedestrians can cross lacked the street markings to affirm the road sign.
As a matter of agency, the Ghana Highway Authority should consistently embark on road markings to aid all road users save their lives and curb indiscipline on the aspect of drivers. Road users can be penalised for not obeying road marking instructions when these markings are painted and can be visibly seen.
By Priscilla Efriyie Ankapong
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The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has clarified that former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta remains the subject of criminal proceedings in Ghana and is still wanted under a valid arrest warrant issued by the High Court in Accra.
In a public notice, the OSP said it had taken note of a transcript of a hearing from a United States immigration court that has been circulated by some media organisations.
According to the office, the document has been interpreted by some to suggest that Mr. Ofori-Atta has not been credibly charged or linked to any wrongdoing in Ghana.
The OSP rejected that interpretation, explaining that it is not involved in Mr. Ofori-Atta’s immigration proceedings in the United States.
It said its involvement relates only to extradition proceedings, which are being handled through Ghana’s Attorney-General as the country’s central authority.
According to the OSP, the extradition documents are not before the US immigration court and the court has no authority to determine whether the criminal charges against Mr. Ofori-Atta are credible.
“The credibility or otherwise of the criminal charges against Mr. Ofori-Atta is a matter for determination by the courts in Ghana,” the OSP stated.
The office explained that there are three separate legal proceedings involving the former minister.
These include the immigration proceedings in the United States concerning his immigration status, extradition proceedings to determine whether he should be returned to Ghana, and the criminal case before the High Court in Accra involving corruption and corruption-related offences.
The OSP reiterated that Mr. Ofori-Atta remains before the High Court in Accra as an accused person and that a valid warrant has been issued for his arrest.
It maintained that he remains a fugitive from justice in Ghana and is required to appear before the High Court to answer the charges against him.
The Special Prosecutor also stressed that the criminal proceedings in Ghana would continue in accordance with the law and the directives of the High Court, whether or not Mr. Ofori-Atta is physically present in the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Telecel Ghana has announced that it has resolved the intermittent challenges that affected its voice and data services.
In a message to customers, the telecommunications company announced that its network services had been fully restored after experiencing temporary disruptions.
“We are pleased to inform you that intermittent challenges with our voice and data services have been resolved,” the company said.
Telecel apologised to customers for the inconvenience caused by the service interruptions and thanked them for their patience during the period.
“We appreciate your patience and apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused,” the company added.
The company assured customers of its commitment to providing reliable communication services under its slogan, “Connecting Energies.”
By: Jacob Aggrey
