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
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 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
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
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