Chief Superintendent Daniel Kwao Teye, Divisional Police Commander for Dormaa Central Municipal, has urged motorbike, tricycle and Pragya riders to exercise greater caution on the roads to help reduce accidents.
Speaking during the Eid al-Fitr celebrations at Dormaa Ahenkro, he raised concern over the rising number of road crashes involving these vehicles, many of which have resulted in fatalities.
He stressed the importance of wearing helmets, describing them as a critical safety measure that can significantly reduce the risk of severe head injuries in the event of an accident.
According to him, riders remain particularly vulnerable, making protective gear essential.
Chief Superintendent Teye added that the police would continue to roll out more road safety education and enforcement measures to help curb accidents in Dormaa and nearby communities.
Also addressing the gathering, the Municipal Chief Imam, Sheikh Zakaria Ibrahim, called on Muslims to avoid dishonest and harmful ways of acquiring wealth.
He reminded the congregation that while life offers many opportunities for success, these should be pursued through patience, hard work and perseverance rather than through wrongdoing.
He urged believers to reflect on the transient nature of life, noting that people come into the world with nothing and leave the same way, accountable for their actions.
Sheikh Zakaria Ibrahim encouraged the public to live upright lives, avoid harmful behaviour and cultivate values that promote peace and justice.
He also offered prayers for peace and prosperity in Ghana, and called for continued prayers for countries affected by conflict and instability, particularly in parts of the Middle East, where tensions continue to threaten lives and disrupt peace.