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Eyes on the Ground: Danger looms as metallic slabs on bridge connecting Otuaplem and Kojo Ashong comes off

Motorists who commute between Otuaplem and Kojo Ashong in the Amasaman constituency, using the bridge that sits above the Densu River, have expressed fear and anxiety over the worsening and dilapidated state of the only bridge that links the two communities.

According to residents, several calls made to local authorities seem to have fallen on deaf ears as no repair work has been done for months now.

Residents fear that the bridge which has now become a death trap will cave in or worse, be swallowed by the ever-rising Densu River due to the rains.

Photos of the bridge show part of the metallic slabs completely off creating big holes. Cement blocks have been used to cover a section of the hole in an attempt to seal them off.

Some residents who spoke to GhanaWeb expressed concerns saying “I cross this bridge every day to get to school,” said a resident. “Lately, I’ve noticed some of the loose railings getting worse. I hope someone takes a look at it soon.”

Meanwhile, they have appealed to local authorities to take action and repair the bridge before it claims the lives of innocent commuters.

 

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. In addition to his media ventures, Solomon serves as a Brand Ambassador for Alabuga, a prominent Russian industrial company, representing their interests and expansion across Africa. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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