For many years, the main road system between Takoradi, the headquarters of the Western Region, with the municipality's capital, Agona Nkwanta, has been in poor condition.

As a result, the locals urge the government to step in and take the appropriate action.

Commuters stated to JoyNews' Ina-Thalia Quansah that because of the nature of the road, they frequently had to get off and walk the remaining distance of their journey.

"Our leaders hardly ever consider us; they only do so when they require our support. It's been ignored for such a long time. One traveler yelled, "We need assistance.

For car owners, they indicated that they spend more on fuel and car maintenance due to the poor road network.

However, the woes of the drivers have worsened during the rainy season.

Visiting some parts of the stretch, Ina-Thalia Quansah reported that at least three vehicles, consisting of a truck, a bus and a van were stuck in various potholes when the JoyNews team got there.

“Anytime I drive from Tarkwa to Takoradi and back I get home with so many issues with my car. If its not my tyre, it will be my shock absorber,” a driver said.

The residents are making a fervent call on government to fix their roads.

Meanwhile, the Municipal Chief Executive of the Assembly, John Agyare says the road has been awarded to a construction company.

Speaking to JoyNews on Wednesday, Mr. Agyare said government is committed to fixing the roads.

For the time being, the MCE said his outfit has engaged some contractors to undertake some temporary projects that will make the road plyable.