The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has raised an alarm over the sharp increase in road fatalities in Ghana, revealing a disturbing 24% rise in deaths compared to the same period last year. From January to March 2025, 752 lives were lost on the roads, up from 609 during the first quarter of 2024.
Pearl Adusu Sateckla, the Public Relations Officer of the NRSA, expressed her deep concern over the surge in fatalities, describing the current situation as “very worrying.”
In an interview on ABC News this morning, Madam Sateckla highlighted that every indicator, from crashes to fatalities, has worsened in comparison to last year.
“It is very worrying, and unfortunately, all indicators have increased,” she said, emphasizing that the first quarter of 2025 is showing a troubling trend for road safety in the country.
As the Easter holidays approach, traditionally a peak time for travel, the NRSA has issued a call to action for drivers. Madam Sateckla urged drivers to exercise caution, emphasizing the importance of controlling speed, taking regular breaks when fatigued, avoiding vehicle overloads, and refraining from driving under the influence of alcohol.
“Easter celebration will come with increased travel and distractions, and so we are pleading with drivers to control their speed, they should not drink and drive,” she advised, adding, “When you are tired, you need to sleep.”
