The overgrown trees lining the road through Kola Ridge Cemetery pose a serious risk to vehicles, passengers and even pedestrians.
It may not look dangerous at a glance, but all it takes is one heavy rain or strong wind for a tree to come crashing down.
So, if you’ve driven or walked through safely, consider yourself lucky — it’s only a matter of time.
The question is: who will be held accountable if a tree falls and damages a moving vehicle or, worse, causes injury or loss of life?
This is not just about maintenance — it’s about public safety.
Authorities need to act before we’re left responding to a preventable tragedy.
- Benjamin Afuga, YTTF
