- Residents protested over the deteriorating Somanya–Odumase–Kpong road and submitted a petition to President Mahama
- The coalition said the abandoned road project was a significant blow to the area, derailing business operations and inconveniencing residents
- Protesters demanded urgent action within 60 days and warned of further civic steps if construction failed to resume
Residents from the Yilo and Lower Manya Krobo municipalities in the Eastern Region have organised a protest to demonstrate against the poor condition of a key road utilised by residents of the region.
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In a video spotted by YEN.com.gh, the group urged President John Mahama to take immediate action to address the dire condition of the Somanya–Odumase–Kpong road.
Krobo residents protest over bad Somanya road
The protest was held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, and concluded with the delivery of a petition to the president through the Municipal Assemblies of Yilo Krobo and Lower Manya Krobo.
A coalition of civic groups from Krobo led the protest, expressing their frustration with the neglected road project.
Watch the video of the protest below:
Residents in the Krobo area claimed that the poor state of the 24-kilometre road severely disrupted their daily lives, healthcare access, and economic activities.
In a petition, a local coalition described the stretch as a “daily burden”, citing choking dust, gaping potholes, and risky driving conditions. They claimed the road has deteriorated significantly since construction work halted in early 2025.
According to the group, the project was first launched in 2016 but stalled after the 2017 change in government. Though it was reawarded in 2024, they allege it was abandoned once again following another transition in 2025.
Petition for Somanya-Odumase-Kpong road completion submitted
The coalition stressed that the road’s neglect has worsened respiratory health issues, driven up vehicle repair costs, and crippled small businesses in the area.
They also raised concerns over emergency care, disclosing that ambulances often fail to reach patients due to the rough terrain, putting lives at risk.
The petition, signed by Kloma Hengme chairman Isaac Tamatey Otu and Dangme Youth for Development president Simon Teye, urged the president to act.
They appealed to the Ministry of Roads and Highways and the Ghana Highways Authority to direct the contractor to return to the site within 60 days.
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In addition, the Krobo coalition sought immediate relief measures, including dust control, road grading, and the installation of protective barriers near schools and healthcare facilities.
They warned that if construction does not resume within the specified timeframe, residents would be compelled to take further civic action.
The petition read in part:
“The patience of the Krobo people has been stretched beyond endurance. This is not merely a call for road construction but a plea for justice, equity, and respect for citizens who have long fulfilled their civic duties.”
The groups stated that they are confident that President Mahama would meet their expectation to restore public trust and bring relief to the long-neglected areas along the Somanya–Kpong corridor.
Residents protest over poor Okanfor-Nsawam road
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that some residents in Amasaman and Nsawam were unhappy with the condition of the roads in their areas and had called the government’s attention to the issue.
On Saturday, July 12, 2025, some affected residents took to the streets to express their displeasure with the poor road conditions.
According to the residents, the poor state of the roads leads to heavy traffic, long travel times, and frequent vehicular breakdowns.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
Source: Yen.com.gh
