Ghanaians expressed outrage on social media over the Ghana Police Service’s late notice of road closures for the 68th Independence Day celebrations. Issued on the day of the event, the announcement left many commuters unprepared, prompting calls for better planning and communication in the future. The closures facilitated a scaled-back celebration attended by dignitaries at the Jubilee House.
Ghanaians have voiced their discontent on social media, predominantly on Facebook, regarding the Ghana Police Service’s tardy announcement about road closures for the nation’s 68th Independence Day festivities. The police released a 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” just on the morning of the event, catching many commuters off-guard.
Numerous social media users have criticized this late notice, contending that it led to unjustified inconvenience and exacerbated traffic congestion throughout Accra. Observers have called for improved planning and clearer communication from the police for future national events to prevent similar occurrences.
The road closures were necessary to facilitate a scaled-back Independence Day celebration at the Jubilee House, which was attended by President John Dramani Mahama and various dignitaries. The event’s management, however, has drawn skepticism from the public for its execution amid the delays in information dissemination.
The public outcry over the Ghana Police Service’s late road closure notice highlights significant concerns regarding communication and planning for national events. The backlash underscores the necessity for timely announcements to mitigate inconveniences for commuters and ensure smoother celebrations in the future. Citizens hope for improved organization in such matters moving forward.
Original Source: 3news.com
