The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has announced that rehabilitation works on the Kaneshie footbridge are expected to last between six and nine months, following its temporary closure on Thursday, April 2, 2026, due to its worsening condition.

The closure is part of urgent intervention measures aimed at restoring the safety of the structure, which has shown clear signs of deterioration over time.

Speaking on Channel One on April 6, 2026, the Head of Public Affairs at AMA, Gilbert Nii Ankrah, explained that the project is part of a broader road improvement programme in the area and represents the first major overhaul of the bridge since its construction.

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“Currently, the state of the bridge requires extensive work. Experts estimate that the project will take between six and nine months. The surrounding roads will also be closed for drainage works so that the entire area can be properly upgraded. Once completed, the bridge will be fully functional for pedestrians and daily commuters,” he said.

Ankrah noted that the scale of work being undertaken is expected to significantly improve the structure’s strength and durability, giving it a longer service life.

“The type of work being undertaken will enhance durability, and we are hopeful the bridge will last ten years or more,” he added.

Meanwhile, the Municipal Chief Executive for Ablekuma Central, Frank Nkansah, attributed the gradual deterioration of the footbridge partly to years of encroachment by traders, which he said had hindered routine maintenance.

He explained that key structural components, including barriers and footings, had been badly affected over time, with visible rust and general wear contributing to their current state.

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