Accra: The Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resources, Ahmed Ibrahim, has directed the contractor handling the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project to implement effective traffic management measures before the temporary closure of the Pamprom Junction to First Light section of the Dr Busia Highway. The affected stretch of the highway is expected to be closed from Monday, September 7, 2026, to facilitate major drainage improvement works.
According to Ghana Web, Ibrahim inspected preparations at Pamprom Junction and other parts of the project corridor to evaluate the contractor's readiness and ensure the implementation of the Traffic Management Plan (TMP). During the inspection, he emphasized the importance of smooth traffic flow and minimizing disruption to motorists, residents, and businesses throughout the construction period. 'The safety and convenience of the motoring public must remain a top priority throughout this exercise. We expect the contractor to put in place a robust Traffic Management Plan that will keep traffic moving while these critical drainage works are carried out,' he indicated.
Ibrahim called for clearly marked diversion routes, adequate directional signage, proper barricading, and the deployment of traffic management personnel at critical intersections. He also directed the contractor to intensify public education on the road closure and approved diversion routes through television, radio, online platforms, and community engagements. 'No one should wake up on Monday and be surprised by the road closure. We must intensify public education through television, radio, online platforms, and community engagement so that every commuter knows the alternative routes and can plan their journey in advance,' he stated.
He mentioned that sustained public sensitization would help reduce confusion, ease congestion, and encourage motorists to comply with the approved traffic diversions. Ibrahim further instructed the Ablekuma Central Municipal Assembly and the Accra Metropolitan Assembly to clear all on-street parking along designated diversion routes by the close of business on Saturday. Removing vehicles and other obstructions, according to him, would improve traffic flow and allow the alternative routes to accommodate increased vehicular movement during the construction period.
Ibrahim also urged the contractor to adhere strictly to the project timeline and complete the drainage works as scheduled to reduce inconvenience to the motoring public. The works are part of the government's broader flood mitigation interventions under the GARID Project, which seeks to improve stormwater drainage infrastructure and enhance flood resilience within the Odaw Basin in the Greater Accra Region. The first phase of the project is expected to be completed by the end of November 2026, with the remaining section scheduled for completion by October 2027.
The Ministry is collaborating with the Ghana Police Service, Department of Urban Roads, Ghana Highway Authority, and affected metropolitan and municipal assemblies to ensure effective implementation of the Traffic Management Plan. Motorists have been advised to plan their journeys ahead of the closure, follow approved diversion routes, and obey traffic signs and directions from traffic officers.