Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) working with the Tolls and Routes Management Limited have notified the Ghana Police Service of their intention to stage a demonstration on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, in Accra, to protest poor working conditions.
They assured the Police that the demonstration will be peaceful and held in compliance with covid-19 protocols.
They said in a statement: “It is in the interest of justice that the unfair treatment of persons with disabilities at various tollbooths should be condemned”.
“The process will take a method of all PWDs working at the various tollbooths holding placards on the side of the road from 37 Military Hospital, leading up to the office of His Excellency, Nana Akufo-Addo, at the Jubilee House to present a petition and take another route to the Ministry of Roads and Highways, also to deliver our petition letter to the Honourable Minister and Ghana Highway Authority”.
“We will ensure orderly procession, COVID-19 protocols will be observed and so all protesters will be masked.”
“We kindly request you to organise for the necessary security arrangements to ensure the safety of all leaders who will participate in the demonstration.”