Deputy Presidential Spokesperson, Shamima Muslim, has called for stricter road safety enforcement and stronger public education following the accident that sparked national concern, urging the alleged hit-and-run suspect to voluntarily surrender.
In an interview with Lily Mohammed on GHToday, Shamima emphasized that moral responsibility and accountability must accompany institutional reforms.
“If the perpetrator of this particular act is anywhere watching, he should bring himself to custody and face the consequences of his action,” she stated.
She described the act of knocking down a victim and fleeing the scene as symptomatic of deeper ethical challenges within society, adding that individuals cannot escape the consequences of their actions.
Shamima further called on the National Road Safety Authority to intensify public education on responsible road use, emphasizing that both drivers and passengers share responsibility for safety.
“Passengers in commercial vehicles often believe they don’t have power. But when a driver is driving recklessly, they must speak up,” she said.
She highlighted pedestrian safety measures, advising people to walk facing oncoming traffic to react promptly in dangerous situations.
Addressing emergency response limitations, Shamima noted that Ghana has fewer than 200 ambulances, many operating primarily as transport vehicles rather than fully equipped emergency response units.
She revealed that the government plans to audit and refurbish ambulances, equip them to provide proper first aid, and expand emergency services to districts through mobile clinics and hybrid facilities.
While acknowledging financing challenges, she stressed that government is working to improve systems, reduce inefficiencies, and tackle corruption in healthcare and emergency response.
“To whom much is given, much is expected,” Shamima concluded, underscoring that accountability must extend to all sectors directly serving citizens.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh / Abigail Praise Pabai
