Titus Glover Makes Case For Legalisation of Okada

A Deputy Minister of Transport, Titus Glover, has added his voice to the call for the legalisation of the commercial motorbike operations, popularly referred to as Okada, in the country. Speaking to Bright Kwesi Asempa on the Wednesday edition of the ‘Yensempa’ morning show on Onua FM, the Deputy Transport Minister opined that the commercial … Read more

Motorbike Riders Must Respect Traffic Regulations

THE difficulties involved in commuting to and from our workplaces have engendered a boom in motorbike business in Accra and many rural communities across the country. THE increase in vehicular population in the country is not matching the expansion in the road network, resulting in traffic jams on all major roads in the country, especially … Read more

Okada Riders Prepare To Boost Business In the Raining Season

Okada business have seen a rise in demand in recent times. Being an affordable alternative to trotro and taxis, the business is said to be quite lucrative according to riders. People on the move find it very affordable, flexible and fast. They are best at navigating bad road networks and can help you beat city … Read more

City Guards Not Strong Enough To Perform Tasks

Mayor of Accra, Mohamed Adjei Sowah has stated that government will help improve the capacity of city guards in order to aid the Motor Transport and Traffic Directorate (MTTD) in their operations to enhance safety on our roads. Speaking at a Press Conference held by the Accra Metropolitan Assembly in Accra, he stated that the … Read more

Soon To Be Couple Involved In Motor Accident, Man Dead, Woman In Critical Condition

A soon to be couple have been involved in a fatal motorcycle accident leading to the death A soon to be couple have been involved in a fatal motorcycle accident leading to the death of the man identified as James Odjeheme alias Foo however, the woman is in critical condition currently hospitalized at the Eastern … Read more

Stop Okada–The Next “Galamsey” Unleashing Havoc On Our Roads

As if we do not have enough mayhem on our congested roads, particularly in the capital, commercial motor cycles, popularly known as Okada, are simply adding to making driving in Accra a daily nightmare. I had a nightmarish experience when I came face to face with not one but two Okada operators in two separate … Read more

Stop Okada — the Next ‘galamsey’ Unleashing Havoc On Our Roads

As if we do not have enough mayhem on our congested roads, particularly in the capital, commercial motor cycles, popularly known as Okada, are simply adding to making driving in Accra a daily nightmare. I had a nightmarish experience when I came face to face with not one but two Okada operators in two separate … Read more

Many Accidents On Our Roads Are Actually ‘suicides Missions’ By Drivers Gone Bad

Many of the deaths that occur on our roads that we comfortably refer to as accidents, are actually not accidents but “suicides and murders” occasioned by suicidal drivers and murderous stakeholders who enjoy counting the number of dead people through accidents per year instead of actually doing what will end the carnage. If an individual … Read more

Okada Business Booms In Adeiso

Despite efforts by the police in the Upper West Akyem District, Adeiso to clamp down on Okada Business, it is obvious that the use of motorbike for commercial purposes have become a booming venture which is gradually becoming a serious threat to security, Chief Inspector Baah has lamented. Speaking to Nyankonton Mu Nsem on Rainbow … Read more

DVLA, MTTD Kick Against ‘Okada’

The Driver, Vehicle and Licensing Authority (DVLA) and the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, have kicked against the proposed legalisation of the commercial use of motorbikes known as “Okada” operations. Among other issues, they argued that the open sided nature of motorbikes exposed riders and patrons to danger and … Read more

MPs Worried Over Road Carnage, Injuries

Members of Parliament (MPs) have called for the enforcement of road traffic regulations to drastically reduce the spate of motor accidents and the consequent deaths and injuries in the country. They again charged the Ghana National Roads Safety Commission (GRSC) to intensify education on road traffic regulations, and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) … Read more

Afeku Rallies Support For Legalization of Okada As Means of Transport

The Minister of Tourism, Catherine Afeku has urged Members of Parliament and Civil Society to support the training of motorbike riders to enable them acquire knowledge in order to be efficient and effective. She wants them registered since it serves as another means transport as well as job creation. She therefore called on the National … Read more

‘Okada’ Business Booms As Traffic Engulfs Capital City

An illegal business popularly known as “Okada” has taken over the transport business in the capital city as traffic situation worsens in the central business centre. Traders and shoppers who cannot withstand hours in traffic have no alternative than to rely on Okada as means of transportation to their various destinations. Some “Okada” riders who … Read more

Heavy Traffic Slows Business; Field Day For ‘Okada’ Operators

The national capital, Accra, has woken up from its election slumber to vibrant business activities, leading to massive human and vehicular traffic. With a few days to Christmas, the story is simple — all roads lead to the central business district (CBD) of Accra, with traffic virtually grinding to a halt. Heavy traffic Routes such … Read more

Okada Rider Arrested With Loaded Gun At Nkrumah Circle

Police officers stationed at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle on Thursday morning, arrested a commercial motorbike rider, also known as “okada”, after they found a loaded hand gun on him. Eyewitnesses said it took four officers to restrain the rider before disarming him and whisking him away. “The man was very strong. The four police officers … Read more