A municipal taskforce, under the direct supervision of Accra Mayor Michael Kpakpo Allotey, conducted a targeted enforcement operation on Saturday evening December 27, 2025, resulting in the arrest of six commercial drivers for charging fares above the officially approved rates.
The operation commenced at approximately 5:30 p.m. in the Central Business District, focusing on high-traffic corridors from the COCOBOD section of Kwame Nkrumah Avenue to the Farisco traffic light. These routes are critical for commuters traveling to areas including Kaneshie, Awoshie, Kasoa, and Lapaz, particularly during evening peak hours.
According to officials from the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), the enforcement team intercepted trotros (shared minibuses) and other commercial vehicles to conduct spot checks. Fares being collected were verified against the approved rate schedule, with direct confirmation sought from passengers onboard. While the majority of drivers were found to be in compliance, six individuals were apprehended for charging excessive fares.
In a statement following the operation, Mayor Allotey confirmed that the arrested drivers were cautioned and subsequently pardoned, noting that this initial phase was intended as a stern warning. “Sustained enforcement is necessary to ensure fairness in public transport pricing and deter drivers who exploit high demand to overcharge passengers,” the Mayor stated.
Demonstrating the policy’s intent, Mayor Allotey personally covered the transport fares for all passengers on one bus bound for Lapaz. This action, he explained, was to reinforce the Assembly’s position that commuters should not be compelled to pay beyond the mandated tariffs.
The Mayor confirmed that the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) will continue these enforcement activities across the metropolis, implementing strict monitoring and penalties for future violations.
He further issued a broader caution to both drivers and traders against practices that disrupt public order, assuring a consistent official presence along key transport corridors to uphold discipline and protect road users.