- A 48-year-old head porter has been sentenced to two years in prison for damaging parts of the Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange.
- The Ministry of Roads and Highways says it’s cracking down on vandalism and misuse of public infrastructure, warning that offenders will face serious consequences.
- Investigations are ongoing in multiple regions, and tracking systems are being used to monitor equipment and assets.
Yaw Asare probably didn’t expect his actions to land him in prison — but that’s exactly what happened after he was found guilty of damaging public road infrastructure. The 48-year-old head porter has been sentenced to two years at Nsawam Prison for unlawfully destroying parapet beams and accessories on the Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange.
The incident, which occurred on June 9, 2025, triggered swift action from the Ministry of Roads and Highways. Officials say they’re fed up with the growing trend of vandalism and reckless behavior targeting national infrastructure. From traffic lights to road barriers, the damage is costing the country — and now, those responsible are being held accountable.
In a statement released on August 22, the Ministry made it clear: public infrastructure is not up for grabs. Anyone caught tampering with or misusing these assets will face legal consequences. The ministry is working closely with the Ghana Police Service to track offenders and enforce the law.
Investigations are already underway in the Greater Accra, Northern, and Volta Regions, where similar cases have been flagged. Thanks to a national tracking system, two machines suspected of misuse have been immobilized, and more actions are expected in the coming weeks.
