President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans by the government to begin the distribution and installation of streetlights across all districts in the Greater Accra Region.
The initiative is a key part of efforts to promote a 24-hour economy and enhance public safety during nighttime.
Speaking during his Thank-you Tour in the Greater Accra Region on Friday, May 16, President Mahama emphasised the importance of reliable street lighting in driving economic activity beyond regular working hours and ensuring safer communities at night.
“Let me commend the efforts of the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, and her MMDCEs for their work in improving street lighting and public safety in Accra. I encourage the continuation and expansion of this initiative and will give it the full support of the central government,” he stated.
He noted that the streetlight project aligns with the government’s broader policy objective of creating a vibrant 24-hour economy, which seeks to maximise productivity and economic opportunities around the clock.
“The government will soon begin the distribution and installation of streetlights in all districts of Greater Accra. This is important to promote our 24-hour economy policy,” he added.
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