Berekum:The Berekum branch of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has expressed appreciation to the Berekum Municipal Assembly for undertaking a decongestion exercise that has significantly improved traffic flow at the main Berekum lorry station.
According to Ghana News Agency, Nana Agyei Asamoa II, Chairman of the Berekum Branch of the GPRTU, praised the Assembly for reversing its earlier decision to move the station to the Berekum Thursday Market. He emphasized the importance of enforcing existing bye-laws to enhance sanitation and maintain order at the lorry station.
Nana Asamoa II highlighted that the decongestion initiative has created additional space for both drivers and passengers, facilitating smoother vehicle movement, parking, and loading operations. This intervention has enhanced accessibility and reduced congestion, benefiting transport operators and commuters alike.
Furthermore, Nana Asamoa II urged commercial drivers to refrain from using unauthorized locations for parking and passenger loading, emphasizing the need for discipline to preserve the improvements achieved. He also called on the Municipal Assembly to install waste bins strategically within the station to prevent littering and ensure cleanliness.