Drivers in Nsakina burn tyres in protest of deplorable roads

A sizeable number of residents took to the streets on Monday morning to register their displeasure over what they described as “a lack of support from government”.

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According to them, all promises made to them concerning the re-construction of the town’s major roads have been unfulfilled.

Some drivers lamented the poor road network in the community, stating that it becomes difficult for motorists to operate when it rains.

The road that stretches between Nsakina and Manhyia is currently untarred, exposing commuters to dust anytime a vehicle passes by.

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And although it appears the first stage of re-construction was already done, residents say the project is yet to be continued, having been left to fate.

One of the protesters, who identified himself as David, spoke to Pulse.com.gh about the rational behind the tyre-burning demonstration.

According to him, the people of Nsakina had become tired of the empty-promises from government, and that the action was taken to send a signal.

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He added that the protests might continue if nothing is done about the deplorable state of the community’s roads.