The Chairman of the Ghana National Association of Driving Schools (GNADS), Emmanuel Danso, has claimed that about 90 percent of Ghanaian drivers did not attend any formal driving school, raising fresh concerns about the quality of driver training in the country.

In a recent interview with Channel One TV, he described the situation as “staggering,” noting that it is a major factor behind the increasing number of preventable road crashes nationwide.

Danso said driving should be treated as a professional skill requiring technical knowledge and structured instruction, yet most drivers still learn informally without the guidance needed for safe road use.

“Driving is like a profession, and there are certain dynamics you should understand,” he said.

He added that Ghana’s recurring road crashes remain predictable and preventable, but fatalities continue to rise because many drivers lack the discipline and knowledge gained through accredited training.

He warned that without intensified education efforts, the problem will persist.

Danso commended the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) for setting out a clear roadmap for responsible licensing, saying training institutions and drivers must now align with the standards.

“DVLA is doing well, but it is left for us to align with them and do training holistically.”

He expressed optimism that a national commitment to proper driver education could sharply reduce accidents. “If we do it in two to five years, we will reduce accidents from four digits to three digits,” he projected.

While describing the rise in road crashes as a “canker,” he called on drivers, regulators, and the public to work together to tackle the challenge.

“Let us all come together and fight this cancer. It is possible.” (MyJoyOnline)

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