Fatigue Among Drivers, Reckless Speeding Causing Accidents – NRSA
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has identified over speeding and driver tiredness as the primary causes of recent accidents in the Ashanti Region.
According to Samuel Adu Gyima, Assistant Manager for NRSA in the Ashanti Region, most recorded accidents involved drivers who were either asleep at the wheel or engaged in reckless overtaking.
Gyima emphasized that these accidents are preventable and urged transport operators to take proactive measures.
He suggested hiring two drivers for long journeys to prevent driver fatigue, allowing them to rest and alternate driving duties.
Additionally, Gyima appealed to drivers to reduce their speed limits and respect road safety regulations to minimize accidents in the region.
Gyima made these remarks in an interview with OTEC News Reporter Jacob Agyenim Boateng on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
The NRSA’s concerns highlight the need for increased vigilance and responsible driving practices to ensure road safety.
Source: Ghana/otecfmghana.com/Jacob Agyenim Boateng
