Story By: Nana Kwasi Roka
AMANASE, Eastern Region – The Chiefs and people of Amanase in the Ayensuano District of the Eastern Region are set to embark on a massive demonstration on Friday, November 13, 2026, to demand the immediate reconstruction of a broken bridge situated right in the middle of the town, which has divided the community into two.
The demonstration, which is expected to attract traditional rulers, schoolchildren, opinion leaders, civil society organisations (CSOs) and other well-wishers, is intended to draw government’s urgent attention to the deplorable situation and the mounting hardships residents say they have endured as a result of the broken bridge.
The bridge, which serves as a critical link between the two sections of Amanase, has become a major source of concern for residents, as its deteriorated condition has disrupted movement within the town and made everyday activities increasingly difficult.
Its location in the heart of the community means that the breakdown has not only affected transportation but has also physically separated residents on either side of the town, creating serious inconvenience for commuters, traders, farmers and schoolchildren.
The situation has reportedly made access to essential services and social activities particularly challenging, with residents calling for urgent intervention to restore normal movement and reconnect the divided community.
Residents Unhappy With DCE’s Performance:
Beyond the broken bridge, the people of Amanase have also expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ayensuano, citing concerns over what they perceive as inadequate attention to the developmental needs of the community.
The planned demonstration is therefore expected to serve as an expression of their frustration over the protracted infrastructure challenge and what they consider a lack of sufficient commitment from the relevant authorities to address their concerns.
The residents are demanding that the government, the Ayensuano District Assembly and the appropriate road authorities prioritise the reconstruction of the bridge to restore connectivity within the town.
Chiefs, Schoolchildren and CSOs to Join Protest:
The November 13 demonstration is expected to bring together a broad coalition of stakeholders, including traditional authorities, schoolchildren, opinion leaders, CSOs and other concerned citizens.
Their collective participation is expected to underscore the seriousness of the situation and the community’s determination to have its concerns addressed.
The people maintain that, the reconstruction of the bridge is not merely an infrastructure demand but an essential requirement for restoring normal social and economic activities in Amanase.
They are therefore calling on the government to treat the matter with the urgency it deserves, insisting that the community should not continue to suffer because of the absence of a functional bridge in the middle of the town.
The demonstration is expected to place renewed pressure on the authorities to provide a lasting solution to the problem and address the broader developmental concerns of the people of Amanase.
Source: Nationaltymes.com
