{"id":108115,"date":"2025-12-23T03:03:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-23T03:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=108115"},"modified":"2025-12-23T03:03:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-23T03:03:00","slug":"okada-legal-but-roads-not-ready-transport-minister-warns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=108115","title":{"rendered":"Okada legal, but roads not ready \u2013 Transport Minister warns"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Transport Minister Joseph Nikpe says the transport sector must undergo constant improvement, especially in road safety infrastructure and enforcement, following the legalisation of commercial motorcycle (Okada) operations.<\/p>\n

Speaking on Channel One TV on Monday, December 22, the Minister admitted that the absence of dedicated traffic signs and signals for motor riders has remained a significant challenge over the years.<\/p>\n

He said the legalisation of motorcycle operations now makes it necessary for government to roll out new safety measures to protect all road users. <\/p>\n

These include the introduction of dedicated traffic signs for motor riders and the installation of upgraded traffic lights at key intersections.<\/p>\n

According to Mr Nikpe, the transport sector \u201cneeds improvement on a daily basis,\u201d stressing that the lack of tailored road infrastructure for motorcyclists must now be addressed as reforms take shape.<\/p>\n

Beyond infrastructure, the Minister underscored the importance of discipline and strict law enforcement in improving road safety outcomes. <\/p>\n

He pointed to neighbouring Togo as an example, arguing that better enforcement and personal discipline, rather than superior roads, explain the difference in safety standards.<\/p>\n

Mr Nikpe said a coordinated effort involving the Ministries of Transport, Local Government, Interior, and Roads and Highways will be required to ensure stricter enforcement of traffic regulations.<\/p>\n

He added that sanctions, including the seizure of vehicles and the withdrawal of drivers\u2019 licences, will be applied to offenders as part of measures to restore order on the roads.<\/p>\n

The Minister said these steps are intended to improve discipline, reduce accidents, and create a safer transport environment as Ghana adapts to transport-sector reforms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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