{
  "id": 2985987,
  "title": "Drivers appeal for street lights on Pokuase–Amasaman road to prevent accidents",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/drivers-appeal-for-street-lights-on-pokuase-amasaman-road-to-prevent",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T09:02:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/drivers-appeal-for-street-lights-on-pokuaseamasaman-road-to-prevent-accidents/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Commercial vehicle drivers traveling along the Accra-Pokuase and Kumasi routes are urgently urging authorities to address the lack of street lights on the Pokuasi-Amasaman road. Speaking to Adom News, these drivers expressed growing concerns over the hazardous conditions experienced at night and early morning hours due to poor visibility. They highlighted that inadequate lighting makes it difficult to see pedestrians, other vehicles, and obstacles, significantly increasing the risk of accidents. The drivers noted that multiple crashes have occurred on this stretch despite repeated calls for action, despite the repeated concerns. They are now demanding that the authorities responsible for road infrastructure and street lighting urgently repair or install the necessary lighting. The drivers firmly believe that improved lighting will enhance visibility, bolster road safety, and prevent additional accidents, especially during the night.",
  "summary": "Commercial vehicle drivers who ply the Accra-Pokuase and Kumasi routes are appealing to the authorities to urgently fix the street lights along the Pokuasi-Amasaman road to help prevent accidents. Speaking to Adom News, the drivers said travelling at night and in the early hours of the morning has become increasingly dangerous due to poor visibility […]",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}