Neglected Roads, Neglected Students: The Perilous Journey of KNUST Students Off-Campus

A dangerous footbridge students use

The roads students ply off-campus, especially Ayeduase, home to many students, have long been a source of frustration and danger. 

Despite being a key route for students commuting to and from the university, the condition of those roads has continued to deteriorate, with no plans for improvement in sight. The rainy season exacerbates the situation, transforming the roads into a maze of mud and deep potholes. Students are sometimes seen jumping on stones to avoid messing their shoes. During the dry season, the roads are marred by dust and uneven surfaces, making travel uncomfortable and hazardous.

 

For students off-campus, this means navigating treacherous paths daily, risking their safety and well-being in the process. Adding to the hazards are the open trenches, unsafe bridges and makeshift wooden structures over gutters. The hilly and rocky terrain further complicates the commute, requiring students to maneuver through challenging landscapes. 

As the situation persists, students continue to advocate for the rehabilitation of the roads off-campus and the improvement of surrounding infrastructure. They are calling on the authorities to prioritize their safety and well being by investing in much-needed infrastructure improvements. Until then, KNUST students off-campus brave the perilous roads and surroundings in their quest for education.