Neglected and cut off: Sumbrungu, Saponbisi and Nyariga residents ‘cry’ over collapsed road
By: Samuel Ayammah Residents of Sumbrungu, Saponbisi and Nyariga in the Bolgatanga Municipality are crying out over the complete collapse of their road after the recent torrential rains left the stretch completely cut off. The road, which serves as a major link between the communities and Bolgatanga, the municipal capital, has deteriorated beyond use, leaving […]
Residents of Sumbrungu, Saponbisi, and Nyariga in the Bolgatanga Municipality are pleading for urgent assistance after their primary road was devastated by recent heavy rains. This vital route, connecting the communities to Bolgatanga, the municipal capital, has been rendered impassable, leaving citizens stranded and in desperate need of a solution.
The road, once a challenging journey, is now completely in ruins, making it impossible for people to reach Bolgatanga or connect with neighboring villages. Assembly Member Dr. Elias Apasiya confirmed that the road's condition has worsened following the latest downpour, rendering it utterly unusable. The absence of a culvert has left residents and traders stranded, unable to transport goods to market or access essential services such as healthcare.
Women in particular are facing dire consequences, with pregnant mothers having to navigate dangerous detours to reach hospitals. The Assembly, Roads and Highways department have repeatedly cited a lack of funds as their reason for not addressing the issue, yet the communities are demanding immediate action to restore safety and access to basic necessities.
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