Media personality Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey Santana also known as Abeiku Santana has revealed that the persistent traffic congestion on Spintex Road has led influential figures in Ghana, such as Inspector General of Police George Akuffo Dampare, Speaker of Parliament Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, and veteran media personality Kwame Sefa Kayi, to relocate to different areas.
During a discussion on Okay FM about the challenging traffic conditions in the Spintex area, Santana shared that numerous Spintex residents, including these prominent personalities, have faced ongoing issues with heavy traffic, prompting them to seek alternative living arrangements.
“IGP Dampare used to stay there [Spintex], but due to traffic issues, he has moved. Chairman General Kwame Sefa Kayi also used to live there, but he later moved due to the traffic.
Speaker Alban Bagbin is also part of those who moved from there. It is not just them; a lot of people have relocated to different places,” Abeiku Santana stated.
The Spintex Road traffic situation has been a persistent concern for residents who have lodged numerous complaints, urging government intervention.
Despite the outcry, it remains uncertain whether authorities will take substantial action to alleviate the ongoing traffic challenges in the area.
Spintex Road is a suburb of Accra, the capital of Ghana.
The name originally denotes the road which is parallel to the Tema Motorway , has become generic and is used when describing the area along the route.
Spintex Road is a vibrant travel destination in the colorful city of Accra, the capital of Ghana, winding down from the Tetteh Quarshie Interchange to the beach at Tema.
In between, one will find market stalls overflowing with produce, smart city malls and a huge selection of restaurants to choose from.