I have questions.
I have questions for the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection,
The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice, the Ministry of Justice, the Attorney General's Department, the National Council for Persons with Disability, the National Road Safety, the Ministry of Roads, Highways and Transport, and the Ghana Police Service.

- Why are there so many mentally-challenged and homeless people on the streets of Accra?
- Why do we always wake up to road accidents, hit and runs, robbery, and so many others?
- There's no part in Accra that you turn without seeing a mentally challenged or homeless person. What are the stakeholders doing to address this crisis?

Accra is not just the capital city of Ghana; it is the gateway to the country, a hub of commerce, culture, and progress. But the harsh reality of neglected persons with disability and homelessness demands attention and action.

The presence of mentally challenged and homeless individuals on Accra's streets is a stark reminder of the city's, and indeed the nation's, failure to protect its most vulnerable citizens.

The answer, I believe, lies in a complex web of societal, economic, and governmental factors. Poverty, lack of access to mental health services, and inadequate social support systems all contribute to this crisis.

The government's response to this crisis has been woefully inadequate. Stakeholders, including policymakers, civil society organizations, and community leaders, must come together to develop and implement effective solutions. This includes increasing access to mental health services, providing social support and housing for the homeless, and implementing policies to protect the rights of vulnerable individuals.

In the early hours of November 5, 2025, there was an incident on the Ofankor-Berrier highway, where a human body lay in the middle of the road, which appeared to be a hit-and-run.
The most horrific part, everyone was going about their day as if it was nothing to be concerned about.
- Is this because these people have no voice to speak for themselves?.
- Are they not a part of the groups of vulnerable people in society?
- Are they not as equal as everyone else?
- Do they not have personal rights and protection as any citizen?

Incidents like this occur more often than we know but because no attention is given to these people, nothing is done about it.

Ministry of Roads, Highways, and Transport, what are you doing about the lack of streetlights on our roads? Because in as much as this may have been a fault of a reckless driver, am sure if there was light on the road, this incident could have been prevented.

Accra lacks simple amenities such as streetlights; this is a tragic reminder of the urgency of this issue. It is unacceptable that such incidents continue to occur without any meaningful action being taken. The dignity and rights of all citizens, regardless of their circumstances, must be protected and respected.

Leaders and stakeholders must take responsibility for addressing this crisis. It is time for you to put aside partisan politics and work towards creating a society that values and supports its most vulnerable members.

The international communities and investors visiting Ghana should not be greeted with scenes of human suffering and neglect. It is time for Ghana to live up to its reputation as a beacon of hope and progress in Africa.

The government, civil society, and individuals must work together to create a safety net for those who need it most. This includes providing access to mental health services, housing, and social support. The Ghana Police Service must be equipped with the necessary resources and training to handle such cases effectively.

It is time for Ghanaians to demand more from their leaders. It is time for stakeholders to take concrete actions to address this crisis. The vulnerable individuals on Accra's streets deserve our compassion, our support, and our action.