The Chairman of Okaikoi South Sub-Metropolitan District Council, Mr. Kortei Quaye has hailed the ongoing District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) Project as a transformative initiative that is significantly improving road conditions in the constituency.

Speaking about the progress and impact of the project during an inspection tour, Mr Quaye noted that the intervention had brought much-needed relief to the residents and changed perceptions about the state of roads in the area.

He explained that prior to the project, many roads in Okaikoi South were in poor condition, posing challenges to both residents and commuters adding that the introduction of DRIP machines, had led to the reshaping and levelling of several roads.

“The narrative has changed,” Quaye stated, adding that the improvements have not only enhanced mobility but also bolstered public confidence in the efforts of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA).

He shared an encounter with a resident who expressed joy at the roadworks, stating that taxis could now transport passengers directly to their homes instead of dropping them off midway due to poor road conditions.

Quaye emphasized that the benefits of the Drip Project extend beyond improved roads, as it has also fostered a positive perception of the AMA's commitment to infrastructure development.

He expressed gratitude for the initiative, describing it as a game-changer for Okaikoi South.

The DRIP Project, which commenced in August, focuses on road improvements such as grading, spot repairs, and drainage works in various parts of the Accra Metropolis.

 It forms part of the broader efforts by the AMA to enhance infrastructure and improve living conditions for residents.

Speaking during the inspection of road works in the metropolis, the Mayor of Accra, Hon. Elizabeth Sackey, disclosed that 11.5 kilometres of roads were undergoing grading and spot improvement as part of this year’s phase to make them motorable.

"Roads are significant. I remember when I was a child, there was access to roads everywhere, and this government has shown the type of roads we need. This initiative ensures the free flow of vehicles, making mobility easier for everyone," she said.

Hon. Sackey praised the government’s commitment to infrastructure development, attributing the program's success to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's vision.

She noted that the DRIP initiative, which cuts across districts nationwide, ensures that every district benefits from improved roads simultaneously.

The Regional DRIP Coordinator for the Greater Accra Region, Daniel Ekuful outlined the scope of the DRIP Project, stating that it focuses on road improvements, including grading, spot improvements, and the construction or desilting of drains.