The Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana has issued a stern one-week ultimatum to the Minister for Roads and Highways,  Kwame Governs Agbodza, demanding immediate commencement of rehabilitation works on the severely deteriorated Nsawam-Pokuase road in the Greater Accra Region

Failure to act, the Association warned, will result in drivers blocking the critical highway link between Accra and Kumasi — a move that would cause significant nationwide traffic disruption.

Speaking to the media, the National Chairman of the Association, Mr. Paa Willie, decried the deplorable condition of the stretch, describing it as a major source of frustration and hardship for motorists.

“Drivers now spend close to four hours commuting from Nsawam Junction to Pokuase — a journey that should take no more than 30 minutes,” he lamented.

Mr. Paa Willie criticised the Roads Ministry for what he described as “inaction and indifference,” noting that the continued neglect of the road is negatively impacting livelihoods and increasing vehicle maintenance costs for drivers.

In a bid to raise funds for road repairs, he proposed the reintroduction of road tolls, particularly following the suspension of the GHS 1 Energy Sector Levy.

He commended President John Dramani Mahama for listening to the concerns of Ghanaians and suspending the levy, describing the decision as a sign of responsive and inclusive leadership.

Echoing these concerns, Mr. Yaw Kwakye, Ashanti Regional Chairman of the Association, called on the Roads Minister to “either act swiftly or step aside” if he cannot fulfil his responsibilities.

Meanwhile, Asonaba Nana Wiredu, the Association’s National Deputy Secretary, broadened the conversation by urging the government to refine crude oil locally in order to reduce fuel prices.

He cited global examples such as Iran, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, where domestic refining has helped stabilise fuel costs.

He appealed directly to President Mahama to revamp operations at the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) as part of broader efforts to ease economic pressure on Ghanaians.

The Concerned Drivers Association emphasised that their ultimatum is not politically motivated but driven by the urgent need to improve road safety, reduce travel time, and ensure the welfare of road users.