Let’s keep our environment clean ahead of rainy season

Dear Editor,

I welcome the call by the president, John Mahama on citizens to be responsible for the cleanliness of their environment as the rains set in.

It is a good call which I believe every Ghanaian must be serious about.

I was around the Kaneshie Station area around Circle on Sunday when it rained heavily and within that short period, every space was flooded.

Driving home, I saw how some gutters were overflown with flood waters less than 20 minutes of rain.

Most of these drain were choked with rubbish and that is where the problem comes from.

Year in and out, we complain and lament about this attitude of dumping refuse in to gutters which has become a practice so difficult for people to start.

Signals from GMet is indicating that it will rain a lot this season and therefore we must put in place the necessary measures to ensure that our safety and properties would be paramount.

People must show more responsibility by keeping their environment clean to avoid flood situations and also curb any pandemic that could follow as a result of that.

Flooding is a global problem but we can mitigate its impact if we show high level of discipline but doing the right things-desilting the gutters and dump refuse at the right places.

With this, we can build a better Ghana.

Citizen Mo,

Accra New Town

Concern over mentally ill persons roaming Kwame Nkrumah Circle Interchange

Dear Sir

I write to express my concern over the growing number of mentally ill individuals roaming the Kwame Nkrumah Circle Interchange in Accra.

This area, a vital transportation hub and commercial centre, has increasingly become home to several persons visibly suffering from mental health issues, often without adequate care or supervision.

This situation poses risks both to the affected individuals and the general public. Some of these individuals are exposed to traffic hazards, unsanitary conditions, and in some cases, hostile treatment from passersby.

There have also been reports of occasional erratic behaviour, which causes fear and discomfort among commuters and vendors.

Mental health is a public health issue, and these individuals deserve compassion, medical attention, and a safe environment.

I urge the Ministry of Health, the Accra Metropolitan Assembly, and relevant NGOs to collaborate on a sustainable solution including mental health outreach programmes, rehabilitation, and safe housing.

Kwame Nkrumah Circle should be a symbol of progress, not a place where the vulnerable are left to struggle. Let us act with urgency and humanity.

From John Boateng

Kwame Nkrumah Circle

Editorial

Parents should encourage their wards writing BECE

Dear Editor,

AS the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) takes off across the country starting Wednesday, I write to encourage all candidates taking part in this important step in their academic journey.

Out of a total of 603,328 candidates taking the examination this year, 306,078 are females, whiles the rest 297,250 are males.

Over the years, the examination begins on Monday and ended on Friday but per the timetable, this year’s candidates started on Wednesday and will end next week.

The BECE is not just an exam, it is a milestone from one stage to another. It represents years of hardwork, dedication and the dreams of countless students who hope to continue their education and build a brighter future.

This is where the role of parents, teachers and society become beneficial. Let us offer not only academic support but emotional encouragement to them.

I also appeal to educational authorities to ensure fairness, proper supervision and transparency throughout the examination period.

The journey may be challenging, but with time, focus and discipline they can make it.

I wish to use this platform to wish all of them well.

Naa Koshie, Teshie