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President Akufo-Addo has warned government appointees, including Ministers of State, against using sirens to escape traffic in the country.

A letter from the presidency said “only designated vehicles listed in the law can use the sirens”, as stipulated in the Road Traffic Regulation 74 (3) of L.1 2180.

“Government vehicle used for official purposes by the Head of State, a police vehicle, fire service vehicle, ambulance, vehicle used by other recognized government security agencies and a bullion vehicle registered by the Licensing Authority can use sirens,” the letter further indicated, adding any person caught acting contrary to the law, “is liable for prosecution.”

Meanwhile, Greater Accra Regional Minister, Henry Quartey has given persons who don't fall within Regulation 74 (3) of L.1 2180 to remove their sirens by end of July.