Nana Owusu Sekyere Pleads for Tollbooth Re-establishment.
The Chief of Sekyere near Kubease off Accra road in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, Nana Owusu Sekyere, Odikro of Sekyere Town, has made a heartfelt appeal to the Minister of roads and Highways Hon. kwame Governs Agbodza and the Minister in charge of Tollbooths to reconsider re-establishing the tollbooth at Kubease in the Juabeng District in the Ashanti region.
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According to Nana Owusu Sekyere, the tollbooth was a vital source of income for the youth and people of the community, providing employment opportunities and a means of livelihood.
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However, the cancellation of the tollbooth by the former president has had devastating effects on the community.
The chief lamented that the absence of the tollbooth has led to a surge in social vices among the youth, including substance abuse and robbery.
He emphasized that the tollbooth’s presence had a positive impact on the community, and its re-establishment would help restore stability and provide economic opportunities for the people.
Nana Owusu Sekyere’s plea highlights the need for the government to reconsider the tollbooth’s status and explore ways to support the community’s economic development.
The chief’s appeal serves as a reminder of the importance of community-led initiatives and the need for collaborative efforts to address local challenges.
By re-establishing the tollbooth, the government can help revitalize the local economy, provide employment opportunities, and support the well-being of the people in the Kubease community.
