As soon as he has just unveiled the report for the first semester of 2023, which reports more than 282 deaths from accidents and 4,611 injuries, the Minister of Security and Civil Protection has decided to take the bull by the horns by launching an operation called “Traffic Lights” starting this Monday, July 31.
Road safety remains a major concern in Togo, and the alarming statistics of road accidents emphasize the need for concrete actions to protect road users. According to data provided by the Minister of Security and Civil Protection, General Yark Damehame, no fewer than 282 people have lost their lives and 4,611 others have been injured in these tragedies that occurred on the country’s roads.
Although progress has been made with a significant decrease compared to the last semesters of the previous year, the numbers remain concerning, and the minister emphasizes the need to continue efforts to improve safety on Togolese roads.
Faced with this situation, the Minister of Security and Civil Protection has decided to take firm measures by launching an operation called “Traffic Lights,” which starts this Monday, July 31, 2023, across the entire national territory.
Indeed, the “Traffic Lights” operation aims to first raise awareness among road users about the crucial importance of respecting traffic lights. This awareness phase is essential to make drivers and pedestrians aware of the major impact of their behavior on everyone’s safety.
In a second phase, the operation will focus on sanctions against those who do not respect these vital traffic signals. Dissuasive fines are planned for this purpose, and vehicles may even be apprehended for the most serious offenses.
This initiative demonstrates the determination of the Togolese authorities to tackle the problem of road accidents head-on and promote a culture of road safety. By actively involving road users in this approach, the “Traffic Lights” operation aims to instill behavior changes that benefit everyone.
Road safety is everyone’s responsibility, and the “Traffic Lights” operation represents an important step in building a safer and more responsible road network in Togo. Awareness, prevention, and dissuasive sanctions are the pillars of a comprehensive approach aimed at saving lives on Togolese roads.
