A major bridge linking several communities in the Atwima Mponua District in the Ashanti Region has been ordered to be closed due to its deteriorating condition.Roads and Highways Minister, Governs Kwame Agbodza, issued the order for its closure.

Due to the bridge’s worsening condition, motorists, especially farmers hauling produce from Kotokuom and nearby rural areas to urban centers, now face a serious safety risk.

The bridge, situated over the Offin River, has been severely damaged by the constant passage of heavy trucks. As a result, the metal beams have weakened, large cracks have formed on the surface, and the supporting pillars are breaking down. Despite repeated requests from local residents for repairs, their appeals went largely ignored until they turned to social media, highlighting the critical state of the bridge and calling for immediate intervention.

This online movement caught the attention of President John Dramani Mahama, who promptly directed Roads and Highways Minister, Governs Kwame Agbodza, to visit the site and take swift action. With engineers from the Ministry by his side, the Minister announced that the bridge was now in the hands of contractors, who will begin repairs immediately.

In the interim, the Ashanti Regional Security Council has advised drivers to use alternative routes while the bridge is being worked on.