Students at Koforidua Technical University are relieved as malfunctioning streetlights on the Kasadjan Highway get fixed, easing fears of nighttime dangers and enabling safer studying at night.
Prior to the repairs, the highway was dark and unsafe, with residents and motorists struggling with poor visibility.
The situation was particularly troubling for the students at Koforidua Technical University, who feared for their safety during night-time commutes.
However, days after a report by 3news.com highlighting the issue, the lights on the Kasadjan Highway and surrounding areas have been restored, bringing a sense of security back to the students.
Nighttime learning can now proceed without fear that once gripped them.
“We found it difficult to come to campus at night to study when the lights were off. We are very excited to see our streetlights back. Thanks to the MCE and the MP,” Wilhemina Nyame, a student, said excitedly.
“It feels great because most of the students are happy. You can see them coming to campus to study because we have exams this week. When the lights were off, it was difficult to learn, and some students were even robbed. We are happy to see the lights back,” added Christian Ahiado, another student.
The Student Representative Council President, Emmanuel Arkuful, expressed gratitude for the swift response to their concerns about the streetlights.
“I want to thank the MP for quickly responding to our concerns about the lighting system. This is going to help the students with their studies, especially since exams are ongoing. Now, they can come here without being scared,” he said.
The New Juaben South Member of Parliament, Michael Okyere Baafi, explained that a thorough assessment by engineers revealed that outdated underground cables were causing the frequent power outages.
He added that there are plans to replace the entire underground cable network supplying power to the streetlights on Koforidua’s principal streets.
“We want to rewire the whole system to get the place back on its feet. I am confident we can complete it by early next year. Most of the cables are old and weak, and without proper cables, you can’t have the lights on. That’s why we had to fix it and get it done,” the MP stated.
