The westbound section of the Busia Highway between Kaneshie Market Station and First Light Junction will be temporarily closed to motorists from September 7 to November 30, 2026, to facilitate critical storm-drainage works under the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project.
The closure forms part of the government’s efforts to address recurring flooding in the capital and improve the resilience of key road and drainage infrastructure across Greater Accra.
The works are expected to improve the capacity of the stormwater system along the corridor and reduce the risk of flooding in surrounding communities.
According to the GARID Project Coordinator, Dr Kojo Ohene Safo, the closure will affect motorists travelling westbound towards First Light Junction from Korle Bu, Graphic Road, Obetsebi Lamptey Circle, Kwame Nkrumah Circle and adjoining corridors.
Motorists have been advised to plan their journeys ahead of the closure and use the designated diversion route.
Under the diversion arrangement, vehicles will be directed through Awudome Cemetery Road, New Times Road, Awudome Roundabout, Oblogo and Mataheko, before reconnecting with the main route at First Light Junction.
Authorities have urged motorists to exercise patience and allow additional travel time, particularly during peak hours, as increased traffic on the alternative routes could result in delays.
The GARID Project seeks to address persistent flooding in Greater Accra through investments in drainage infrastructure, flood-risk management and other measures aimed at protecting communities and critical infrastructure.
The Busia Highway drainage works form part of these broader interventions and are expected to improve stormwater flow while reducing the vulnerability of major transport corridors to flooding.
The government has appealed to road users and residents in affected areas to cooperate with the authorities and contractors throughout the construction period.
Motorists are also encouraged to familiarise themselves with the diversion route before September 7 to minimise delays and avoid congestion around the construction area.
The road is expected to reopen on November 30, 2026, subject to the progress and completion of the drainage works.
By 1960news.com
