The Ghana Police Service has announced temporary road closures and traffic diversions in Accra on Friday, August 15, 2025, to ensure safety and smooth traffic management during the inter-denominational and inter-faith state funeral for the victims of the August 6 military helicopter crash.
Key roads to be closed include the 28th February Road from the CEPS Traffic Light Intersection to Castle Road Junction, the Osu Cemetery Traffic Light on Lokko Street, Castle Road from AU to Osu Cemetery Traffic Light, and Starlet 91 Road at the Ministries Traffic Light Intersection.
Traffic from La, Labone, Osu, and other routes will be diverted through alternative roads, with police officers on hand to guide motorists.
Only vehicles with approved VVIP stickers will be allowed to park at Black Star Square. Other designated parking areas include the State House forecourt, Osu Cemetery car park, Accra Sports Stadium, and Afua Sutherland car park.
Police have warned against unauthorized parking, noting that towing and recovery trucks will be deployed to remove wrongly parked or abandoned vehicles.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and cooperate with security agencies for effective traffic management.
Source: AdomOnline
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